Summer Enrichment Program Parent & Family Meeting

Mary Beth Damm Director of Engineering Outreach and Engagement

Miesha White CEDO Administrative Assistant

Kim Horger SEP Program Coordinator

SEP @ GRCC(Summer Enrichment Program at Grand Rapids Community College)

• 2 week summer academic program• Piloted in 2011 in Detroit• This year is the first time at GRCC• Takes place on July 23 – Aug 3, Mon – Fri • Drop off students at 8:30 – 8:45 am• Classes begin promptly at 9:00 am• We provide snacks, lunch, and a light breakfast• We also provide notebooks, writing utensils, and all supplies• Classes end at approximately 4:30 pm• Pick up students at 4:45 – 5:00 pm

LogisticsDrop off at 8:30 – 8:45 amPick up at 4:45 – 5:00 pm

Please enter Bostwick Ave from Lyon St, heading north (direction of the small arrow). The large arrow designates the drop off/pick up point.

On the 1st day, you are welcome to escort your son/daughter into the classroom to sign in. We will also have signs and facilitators to help direct students to the correct room.

Please let us know if we need to be aware of any custody issues, else we will release students to the person picking them up.

Curriculum Week 1Science of Photosynthesis

• Monday: Biology• Tuesday & Wednesday: Chemistry• Thursday: Physics (energy)• Friday: Ecology & Earth Science (fossil fuels)• Each day provides a variety of interactive and

hands-on activities for the students.

Curriculum Week 2Applications of Solar Energy

• Monday: Solar Energy Capture & Storage• Tuesday: Solar Technology (solar panels)• Wednesday: Solar Engineering (solar car)• Thursday: Field Trip (location TBD)• Friday: Competition & Expo

Competition & Expo

Morning. Lessons and initial races1:00 – 2:00 pm. Parent Workshop2:00 – 2:30 pm. Final Races2:30 – 3:30 pm. Student Project Expo3:30 – 4:30 pm. Closing Ceremony

Questions?