ChiS&E offers a unique multi-year, math-first progression with a parent-as-coach teaching model and partnerships with universities and national laboratories.
The Chicago Pre-College Science and Engineering Program (ChiS&E) offers a multi-year, math-first progression designed to build strong mathematical foundations and develop critical thinking skills. Students engage in hands-on science and engineering activities, including real-world coding, and learn to speak with purpose and present their ideas clearly in collaborative settings. The curriculum emphasizes algebra, geometry, physics, computer programming, and calculus, preparing students for college-level work and STEM careers. Through a building-block approach, students become inventors, designing bridges, creating products, and learning from scientists and researchers. The program also focuses on presentation and communication skills, and offers mentorship and career exposure. ChiS&E aims to prepare students for college and career success, with a 100% college acceptance rate for its graduates.
Students attend weekday sessions from 9am to 3pm, which include classes and weekly field trips to locations such as Fermilab and Argonne National Laboratory.
This program is ideal for curious K-12 students and parents dedicated to their child's long-term STEM success, offering a rigorous yet welcoming environment.
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