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The Chicago Pre-College Science and Engineering Program (ChiS&E) provides highly-engaging, age-appropriate hands-on science and engineering activities for Chicago Public School (CPS) K-12 students and their parents. The program develops student and parent knowledge as well as a love of learning in areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
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Our young scientists participate in 3-hour sessions each year, mainly on Saturdays, in facilities at University of Illinois at Chicago, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and The Museum of Science and Industry.
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ChiS&E MISSION
Increase the number of African American and Latino students who ¬– though historically underrepresented – are motivated and academically prepared to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
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What’s unique about ChiS&E?

Builds science, engineering, and math knowledge through grade levels K – 12

Introduces and develops pre-algebra skills in early grades

Engages and empowers parents as valued partners in their children’s education

Works with families to prepare students to succeed in undergraduate engineering
and science programs in top universities

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Goals of ChiS&E

Strengthen Skills in Science and Mathematics

To raise community awareness about the importance of student success in science and mathematics.

Promoting Diversity in the Workplace

To highlight professional role models within the African American and Latino engineering community

Enriching the Community

Provide hands-on, activity-based instruction in science and engineering to parents and students.

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(ChiS&E) Spring 2025 Registration

(ChiS&E) Summer 2025 Registration

Grainger Engineering Summer Camps

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Young Scholars Summer STEMM Research Programs

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Your donation will allow us to help disadvantaged Chicago kids by connecting them to science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education opportunities.

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MODEL REAL CAREERS

Our young scientists participate in 3-hour sessions each year, mainly on Saturdays, in facilities at University of Illinois at Chicago, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and The Museum of Science and Industry.

ChiS&E MISSION

Increase the number of African American and Latino students who ¬– though historically underrepresented – are motivated and academically prepared to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).