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 Saturday Science and Math Academy
Telephone: (505) 277-9151
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Our program goal
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To actively encourage and enable
under-represented students in grades K-12, teaching then to be
proficient in mathematics and science. Preparing these students
to enroll in and complete college with a science, math,
engineering, or teaching degree and career.
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PRe-college program
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The Academy is a pre-college program that has be
specifically designed to motivate personal development and
excellence in scholastic performance of youth. Its emphasis is
on enrichment through interdisciplinary projects, experiments,
field trips and interaction with visiting scientist, and
educators.
Objectives:
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To
increase and maintain students motivation to continue science,
math, and technology studies in school.
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To encourage students to maintain a positive attitude in
science and math from elementary to high school.
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To encourage underrepresented minorities to maintain high
academic standards so they can filter into programs such as
HANDS ON MINDS ON; DREAMS; MONAS; MESA and NSBE.
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To
provide students with hands on science, math and computer
experience to stimulate interest.
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To
provide rewards for excellence in science and mathematics
thereby fostering high academic performance.
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