Eligibility
The program is open to public high school
sophomores, juniors and graduating who wish
to explore space science and technology.
Local high school teachers can also participate
to recieve graduate credit!
Objectives
The Saturday Academy for Space Science is
being supportedsponsored by NASA and Chicago
State University in order to help toto increase
the number of under-represented minorities
having an interest and ability in the pursue
careers in the space space sciences. The
specific objectives of the program are:
- To increase student knowledge of space
sciences
- To increase student knowledge and interest
in careers in space science
- To enhance student oral and written
technical communication skills and develop
student scientific collaborative learning
skills.
Benefits to Parents
- Presentations from scientists and professionals
- Early College Preparation
Benefits for High School Students
& Parents
Hands-on Space science research on topics
including
- Astronomy, Optics, Engineering and
Manufacturing
- Technology Application proficiency
- Interpersonal communication skills
& college preparation.
- Presentations from scientists and professionals
- Early College Preparation
Benefits for Teachers
- Professional Development/Graduate Credit
- Develop hands-on sessions forto use
in class
- Networking and expanded portfolio development
Program Duration
10 Week Saturday Sessions
| Session |
Dates |
| 1 |
October
4th, 2003 - December 13, 2003 |
| 2 |
January
10, 2004 - March 13, 2004 |
| SASS
Orientation: Wednesday, Oct. 1st @ 6.30pm.
To RSVP dial 773-995-2181 or email sass@csu.edu |
College
Preparatory Workshop for students and parents
will also be provided. Please email or call
for specific dates and times.
Students must participate for one complete
session.
Students can participate in more than one
session.
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