The Bonnie J. Dunbar STEM Academy at teachHOUSTON

Summer Opportunity for Middle School Students - The Bonnie J. Dunbar STEM Academy
Two, One-Week Sessions to be Held in July

The Bonnie J. Dunbar STEM Academy at teachHOUSTON is designed for students entering 6th, 7th, and 8th grades who have an interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).

The Academy curriculum incorporates STEM Design Projects and engaging hands-on lessons that encourage innovative thinking.

Facts about the STEM Academy

• Supports middle school students who have an interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics and introduces them to college life
• Taught by award-winning faculty at the University of Houston
• Students must be entering 6th, 7th, or 8th grade in the fall of 2014

Schedule

STEM Design Challenge 1: July 14-18, 2014
STEM Design Challenge 2: July 21-25, 2014
Students may select to attend one or both weeks.

Costs

Bonnie J. Dunbar STEM Academy (10 am – 3 pm): $350.00/week
 (includes lunches, activities, an academy shirt and faculty instruction)
Pre-Academy Activities (8 am – 10 am): $50.00/week
Post-Academy Activities (3 pm – 5 pm): $50.00/week

Application Deadline

April 25, 2014

Questions?

Feel free to contact us at uhstemacademy@uh.edu or 713.743.3993.

Application and More Information

• Program Information Flyer (PDF)
• Application Form (PDF)
• Teacher Recommendation Form (PDF)

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STEM Summer Camp Opportunity - ExxonMobil Bernard Harris Summer Science Camp at U of H

Budding scientists and engineers interested in sharpening their skills alongside professionals and a former astronaut are encouraged to apply for the ExxonMobil Bernard Harris Summer Science Camp program.

This unique experience supported by the ExxonMobil Foundation includes mentoring from Dr. Bernard A. Harris, Jr, the first African-American to walk in space and camp founder. “From building models of bridges to designing robots and creating spacesuits, students see first-hand engineering, science, technology and math come alive through real-world applications,” said Harris, president, The Harris Foundation.

Throughout the camp, students live on campus and participate in interactive, inquiry-based classes taught by university faculty, secondary teachers and other professionals. Campers also have the opportunity to explore local museums, nature centers and ecosystems − discovering science at work in their communities.

Students also hear from local professionals about rewarding career options in STEM fields, which will continue to see growth in the need for skilled workers. Science and engineering jobs are projected to expand at more than double the rate of the entire U.S. labor force through 2018, according to a recentSTEMconnector® report.

Apply today!

Campus Purpose: Promotes science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education and supports historically underserved and underrepresented students with limited opportunities. Students attend the camp free of charge. 

• Students must be entering 6th, 7th, or 8th grade in the fall of 2014
• Dates: June 15-27, 2014
• Application Deadline: April 4, 2014 

Information: 
www.theharrisfoundation.org

Application:
http://www.theharrisfoundation.org/sitecontent/663/university-of-houston/category/466/embhssc-universities.aspx

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Credit by Exam June & July Dates

SBISD is pleased to offer students the opportunity to earn course credit through examination again this year.  Students may select testing sessions June 16 - 19 or July 21 - 24.  All testing will be conducted at the Administration Building at 955 Campbell Road.  Please contact your school counselor for information and applications.

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