We are thrilled to offer in-person summer programming opportunities to young people across the South and West sides of Chicago. We’ve been here for 22 years, and we continue to be here to ensure all young people have access to high-quality, hands-on learning...
My Experience with Osmo for Schools by Omar Takadoum During spring break, I had the amazing opportunity to work with young students on the Osmo for Schools’ Tangram app. The app uses different shapes to challenge the students and develop their problem solving skills,...
Historically, the scientific achievements of women have been overlooked and undervalued across the globe. In fact, women are represented in only 0.5% of all recorded history, according to The Representation Project! Although, it is important to understand that this...
Calling all Chicago 3rd-8th grade students! Join Project Exploration facilitators and volunteers while you explore the vast world of computer science! Try your hand at Scratch, Python, Jupyter, and Apple, learn more about coding, and...
Project Exploration Summer Camp: Building STEM Interest and Skill Project Exploration has always been present, providing opportunities to young people in our city and exposing them to the most important STEM fields today. A Case Study on Moving the STEM Fence:...
This month’s Mentor of the Moment is Steve Shaheen. After seeing our call to create an intentional impact in our communities, Steve was inspired by PE’s mission to serve underrepresented youth in Chicago to volunteer. As a pipeline engineer at BP, Steve brought his...
