Dr. Bernard Harris, Jr., was the first African-American to walk in space. He has created a foundation in collaboration with Exxon-Mobil to provide opportunities to communities traditionally underserved by STEM education. While it might be hard to claim that any ESUMS student is "underserved" in this area, middle school students may still meet the eligibility requirements:
• Be members of a traditionally underserved and underrepresented population;
• Be entering 6th, 7th or 8th grade in the fall of 2014;
• Have a GPA of at least “B” overall in mathematics and science;
• Score at the median to superior level on standardized mathematics and science tests;
• Write a 250-word essay describing their interest in the camp and STEM;
• Be interviewed, if deemed necessary;
• Have exhibited an interest in mathematics and science; and
• Have strong recommendations from their current mathematics and science teachers.
These summer camps sound quite good, and they are free of charge. The nearest one to us is in Worcester, Mass. More information can be found at the Harris Foundation.
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