A Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Medicine (STEM2) Program.
The Metropolitan Saturday Academy is a non-profit 501(c)(3) scientific and educational enrichment
program designed to create an interest in science and technology. The Metropolitan Saturday
Academy started in 1997 to provide comprehensive, creative learning, non-traditional educational
seminars and “hands on” activities by experts in the fields of science, technology, engineering,
mathematics, career development, communications, budget and finance, physical fitness, history,
health and nutrition. The major goal is to develop a cadre of youth in Science, Technology,
Engineering, Mathematics and Medicine (STEM2) disciplines in the future.
The Metropolitan Saturday Academy is designed to build self-confident, community-oriented
leaders by strengthening student’s educational skills, improving academic achievement, providing a
school-to-career focus, exposure to colleges and universities and enhancing problem-solving,
critical thinking, analytical, communication, presentation, leadership and interpersonal skills. This
program is supported by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). The use of a
NASA videotape “NASA Underground Railroad(UGRR):Connections to Freedom and Science” is
used to increase awareness of the history of the UGRR and the role celestial navigation played in
its success.
Research opportunities are offered for participants to expand their understanding about science
and technology through the application of scientific and mathematical concepts. The program also
provides an opportunity for participants to utilize their talents and abilities to showcase acquired
scientific and technical knowledge by designing STEM museum exhibitions which are presented and
demonstrated annually at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum. Artistic expression
such as music, poetry, storytelling, dance activities to promote physical fitness and other
nontraditional methods are provided to make this a unique experience.
A major focus of the Metropolitan Saturday Academy is to develop programs for underrepresented
multicultural youth by creating innovative methods of educating to maximize their learning potential.
The program is offered without regard to race, gender, religion, national origin, age, or disability
The Metropolitan Saturday Academy is a non-profit 501(c)(3) scientific and educational enrichment
program designed to create an interest in science and technology. The Metropolitan Saturday
Academy started in 1997 to provide comprehensive, creative learning, non-traditional educational
seminars and “hands on” activities by experts in the fields of science, technology, engineering,
mathematics, career development, communications, budget and finance, physical fitness, history,
health and nutrition. The major goal is to develop a cadre of youth in Science, Technology,
Engineering, Mathematics and Medicine (STEM2) disciplines in the future.
The Metropolitan Saturday Academy is designed to build self-confident, community-oriented
leaders by strengthening student’s educational skills, improving academic achievement, providing a
school-to-career focus, exposure to colleges and universities and enhancing problem-solving,
critical thinking, analytical, communication, presentation, leadership and interpersonal skills. This
program is supported by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). The use of a
NASA videotape “NASA Underground Railroad(UGRR):Connections to Freedom and Science” is
used to increase awareness of the history of the UGRR and the role celestial navigation played in
its success.
Research opportunities are offered for participants to expand their understanding about science
and technology through the application of scientific and mathematical concepts. The program also
provides an opportunity for participants to utilize their talents and abilities to showcase acquired
scientific and technical knowledge by designing STEM museum exhibitions which are presented and
demonstrated annually at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum. Artistic expression
such as music, poetry, storytelling, dance activities to promote physical fitness and other
nontraditional methods are provided to make this a unique experience.
A major focus of the Metropolitan Saturday Academy is to develop programs for underrepresented
multicultural youth by creating innovative methods of educating to maximize their learning potential.
The program is offered without regard to race, gender, religion, national origin, age, or disability
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PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION
Student Eligibility:
Washington Metropolitan Area.
Student Commitment and Parental
Involvement:
the science project competition. Parents
play a key role in the success of MSA and
are required to sign a commitment form to
support and participate in MSA programs
and activities.
Community Service:
service credit.
Summer Internships:
Mentoring:
services, as desired.
Student Eligibility:
- Multicultural youth at the middle and
Washington Metropolitan Area.
Student Commitment and Parental
Involvement:
- Students are required to attend all
the science project competition. Parents
play a key role in the success of MSA and
are required to sign a commitment form to
support and participate in MSA programs
and activities.
Community Service:
- Students will participate in activities
service credit.
Summer Internships:
- Internship opportunities will be sought
Mentoring:
- Students will be assigned mentors to
services, as desired.
COLLABORATIVE PARTNERSHIPS
The Metropolitan Saturday Academy is made
possible in partnership with:
These partnerships will provide all youth in the
program the opportunity to enhance their
academic experiences as they prepare to become
future leaders of tomorrow.
BENEFITS
and Leadership skills
The Metropolitan Saturday Academy is made
possible in partnership with:
These partnerships will provide all youth in the
program the opportunity to enhance their
academic experiences as they prepare to become
future leaders of tomorrow.
BENEFITS
- Strengthen student's academic skills
- Improve Problem-Solving, Critical Thinking,
and Leadership skills
- Provide Exposure to Colleges and
Universities and School-to Career Focus
with R&D Employers
- Provide Education Enrichment Seminars
- Motivate Students to Meet Educational and
Technological Challenges of the Future
- Establish Mentoring Relationships
- Promote Volunteerism and Sense of
Community
- Build Character and Encourage Youth to
Become Leaders of Integrity
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