Detroit Schools Partner for Engineering Success
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Detroit Schools Collaborate for Engineering Success
Summary
Detroit Schools are collaborating with local universities to inspire students to pursue careers in science and engineering. This initiative, focused on increasing the enrollment of women and minorities in engineering programs, is spearheaded by the Detroit Area Pre College Engineering Program (DAPCEP).
Transformative Initiatives by DAPCEP
Engaging Curriculum and Activities
DAPCEP engages students in three primary ways. By partnering with local teachers, it develops curricula that foster creative scientific thinking. DAPCEP organizes science fairs, field trips, and university seminars for both students and teachers to enrich their learning experience.
Saturday and Summer Programs
The program also offers Saturday enrichment activities in collaboration with universities and corporations for students in grades 4-12. These activities cover math, computer science, engineering, physics, chemistry, and communication skills.
In addition, DAPCEP hosts summer programs that bring students to universities, some offering residential experiences where students live on campus to sample college life. Other programs provide transportation to and from campus.
University Collaborations
DAPCEP's university partners include:
- University of Detroit Mercy
- Michigan State University
- University of Michigan Ann Arbor
- Wayne State University
- Lawrence Technological University
- Oakland University
- University of Michigan Dearborn
- Michigan Technological University
Little Engineer Program
For younger students, grades K-3, DAPCEP offers the Little Engineer Program. This initiative provides Saturday classes for children and their parents, focusing on math, science, pre-engineering, and reading.
Joining DAPCEP
For parents eager to enroll their children, the selection process may seem challenging. DAPCEP hosts an open house each fall for interested students and parents. Students must maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA, have good attendance, and take certain academic subjects like physics, chemistry, and higher-level math. Letters of recommendation from math and science teachers may also be required for many programs.
Summer Course Highlights
Through its university partnerships, DAPCEP offers a variety of summer courses, including:
- Watershed Investigators (University of Detroit Mercy): Students conduct real-world experiments on local water quality.
- How Math Rocks Our World (Tabernacle): Students compare their math and science skills internationally, focusing on countries like China and India.
- Wireless Integrated Microsystems (Michigan State University): Hands-on activities and insights from nine different engineering majors.
- Engineering Intensive Workshop (Michigan Technological University): Students select from various fields like Mechanical, Electrical, and Chemical Engineering, among others.
Commitment to Student Success
All DAPCEP programs underscore the commitment of the Detroit Public Schools to provide students with opportunities to explore challenging fields and gain valuable insights into the college experience.
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