Metropolitan
Saturday Academy
Science and Technology Program

Creative Education for Future Leaders

2006 -2007 Saturday Academy Science and Technology Seminars will begin October 21, 2006, at 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Future seminars will take place on the third Saturday each month from November 2006 to June 2007.

Meet us at the National Air and Space Museum, 6th and Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC

Metropolitan Saturday Academy
Science and Technology Program

The Saturday Academy is an historic educational heritage experience. Creative learning and non-traditional experiences will be presented by experts in the fields of technology, communications, education, career development, and history.

The Saturday Academy provides comprehensive, educational outreach in areas including science, math, technology, computers, career development, communications and history.

As a result of the 1998 passing of the Network to Freedom Act and the collaboration of multiple grassroots organizations, the International Network to Freedom Association (INTFA) was formed. The Saturday Academy is one of the four educational initiatives offered through this Association. This program highlights educating youth and adults in the history of the Underground Railroad (URR) as well as promoting racial harmony.

Research opportunities are offered for participants to expand their understanding about the URR. The program will encourage participants to utilize their talents and abilities to showcase acquired URR knowledge in the form of interpretive art, music, poetry, storytelling and dance.

A major focus of the Saturday Academy is to develop programs for 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.

There are no registration fees for this program. Funding will be provided by Federal agencies and private organizations.

 

PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION Student Eligibility: Multicultural youth at the middle and high school level Must attend schools in the Washington Metropolitan Area Student Commitment: Student and parents will be asked to sign a commitment form to attend all seminars/field trips Community Service: Students will participate in activities which provide opportunities for community service credit Summer Internships: Internship opportunities will be sought for students Mentoring: Students will be assigned mentors to provide career guidance and tutoring services, as desired

PARTNERSHIPS The Metropolitan Saturday Academy is made possible in partnership with: Community Services Coalition of Prince George's County Maryland Department of Agriculture Department of Education Department of Interior Department of Transportation Goddard Space Flight Center Kiamsha Youth Organization NASA Headquarters Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority Public Relations Outreach, Inc. (PRO, Inc.) 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 Enhance interpersonal skills Improve communication skills Establish mentoring relationships Motivate students to meet educational and technological challenges of the future Promote volunteerism and sense of community