Greatness Takes Time.
We Start Early & Stay the Course.
The Chicago Pre-College Science and Engineering Program (ChiS&E) gives your child a multi-year pathway to STEM success.
A STEM Program Like No Other
Algebra in kindergarten. Engineering design in 4th grade. Real-world coding by middle school. ChiS&E’s curriculum isn’t a one-time spark. It’s a math-first multi-year progression built to stretch young thinkers year after year.
Students can start at any age and GROW with ChiS&E . Every grade builds on the last. Every project has a purpose. And every child is supported by a structure that’s designed for real growth, both academically and personally.
Want to see what a math-first journey looks like?
Young people are naturally curious. They constantly try to figure out everything around them. After all, their favorite question is “Why?”
ChiS&E uses the global language of math to unleash their quest for knowledge. Bright minds get the tools they need to just answer questions but understand the answers.
And by building on new skills and knowledge each year, students retain more and advance faster. This progression — or “scaffolding” — is why ChiS&E grads are college-ready.
What Students Learn and How They Grow
Saturdays during the school year.
Weekdays during summer.
ChiS&E is a welcoming and rigorous environment for all students who are curious about STEM and parents who are dedicated to their child’s success.
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Saturdays, 9:00am - 12:00pm CT:
April 11 (fieldtrip/RSVP required), April 18, April 25, May 2, May 9
5th Grade Young Mathematicians (Geometry)
April 18 (fieldtrip/RSVP required), April 25, May 2, May 9, May 23, May 30, June 16
6 Grade Young Mathematicians (Algebra)
April 11 (fieldtrip/RSVP required), Apr 18, Apr 25, May 2
7th Grade Mathematics of the Physical World
April 11 (fieldtrip/RSVP required), Apr 25, May 2, May 9
8th Grade Introduction to Computer Programming
Saturdays, 9:00am - 12:00pm CT:
Apr 18, Apr 25, May2, May 9
9 - 10 Grade Sustainable Energy & Data Science th th
Apr 25, May2, May 9
11 - 12 Grade Electrical & Computer Engineering
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Date To Be Announced:
Week days 4 weeks | 9am - 3pm | Weekly Field trips | Meet at a Chicago Public School or University
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Begins October 11th:
4 Saturdays | 9am to 12:30pm | 4th and 5th graders | Meet at select Langston Hughes Elementary
8 Saturdays | 9am to 12:30pm | 6th graders | Meet at select Langston Hughes Elementary
4 Saturday | 9am to 12:30pm | Kenwood Academy High School
When is the next Parent Information Session?
ChiS&E Impact Over the Years
3,972
Students served since ChiS&E’s founding
100%
College Acceptance Rate
“ChiS&E helped my daughter find her voice — and her future. She left with a full scholarship and a plan.”
— Parent of Angelise, now studying Biology
From ChiS&E to College and Beyond
From day one, ChiS&E students are on a multiyear track toward college. Every lesson, every experiment prepares young minds for university life. Students get top instruction from highly trained teachers. STEM college grad students are there to lend a hand. Experiments take place in world-class facilities, like Fermilab and Argonne National Laboratory.
Students aren’t the only ones getting ready for college. Parents partner with ChiS&E at every step, with guidance on picking and applying to a school.That partnership starts right away. ChiS&E requires parents of early-grade students to join their kids in class, doing the same assignments.
What College Readiness Looks Like at ChiS&E
Family Support for the Long Game
ChiS&E helps families navigate every step: scholarship applications, personal statements, and the strategy behind getting to college.
Rigorous Academics, Year by Year
From algebra in kindergarten to advanced problem-solving in high school, students build the habits and skills to thrive at the next level.
An Alumni Network That Gives Back
ChiS&E alumni return to mentor, inspire and open doors for the next generation because they’ve been there.
Mentorship & Career Exposure
From STEM career days to university partnerships and mock interviews, students see what’s possible—and who’s already doing it.
Presentation & Communication Skills
ChiS&E students learn to speak with purpose, present their ideas clearly, and lead in collaborative settings—starting early.
ChiS&E Students Attend Top Universities
“Chi&SE really helped me in my pre-med courses as I'm now a senior psychology major graduating from Spelman College”
Why Families Choose ChiS&E
You Want a Program That Grows With Your Student
ChiS&E starts in kindergarten—and stays through high school. It's not a one-off class or a weekend boost. It’s a full academic path that builds momentum year after year.
Algebra in Kindergarten, Physics in 7th Grade and Bioengineering by 11th
A curriculum that builds each year—no gaps, no guessing
Parents attend early classes with children and learn too
Presentation and teamwork start early
Built to support college and career success
‘Happy Learning, Everyone’
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson welcomes parents and students to ChiS&E.
Ready to Start Your Student on the Road to a STEM Career?
Enrollment at ChiS&E is free, but it’s a commitment. If you’re ready to grow alongside your child, ChiS&E is ready to help them go further than you imagined.