Project Exploration

#GivingTuesday Adjusting the 'STEM'perature Conversation & STEM Genius Trivia
2021-11-30 17:45 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | Zoom Virtual Meeting
Are you smarter than a 5th grader?! ‘Cause we’re bringing one…
Join us as we Adjust the ‘STEM’perature in every household and chat with PE Alum and now Junior Board Members, Tommie Collins, III and Michael Ramirez about their experience with PE and why it’s important for students to encounter an organization like PE to realize their dreams and potential in a climate where they aren’t always acknowledged, celebrated, or elevated.
Your #GivingTuesday Zoomathon Agenda:

6:00 Introductions – Meet PE’s Staff & A Few of Our Phenomenal Students
6:15 Are You a STEM Genius?! Trivia – Compete with PE’s students in a STEM Trivia contest. For every correct answer a donor will give $50 to PE
6:30 Cocktails & Mocktails with Sarah T – Let our in-house mixologist lead you in making the perfect Mulled Wine (or Cider 🙂
7:00 POWER HOUR & Conversation with Tommie & Michael – Meet PE Alum & Junior Board Members, Tommie & Michael as they share their experiences as emerging STEM leaders
7:15 Trivia Round Two
7:25 Q&A and Final Thoughts

ABOUT TOMMIE COLLINS, III

I consider myself a storyteller with a designer’s toolkit. I desire to share undiscovered and sometimes overlooked stories, create experiences, and, most of all, impact lives.
My passionate work exists at the intersection of civic systems, collaborative design, communications, and strategy. Through various research methods, I eliminate layered complexity and also identify the actual areas of opportunity. My approach is people-centered—utilizing dynamic design methods, I can navigate the journey and share the compelling story. Through this lens, I can mobilize stakeholders to build connections, establish meaningful experiences, and transform ideas into action.
I am currently a candidate in the MDes+MBA dual degree program at the IIT Institute of Design. As a researcher and visual communication designer for ChiByDesign, a human-centered design firm, my work is now a reflection of me—my beliefs, talents, and the impact I desire to create can co-exist. I no longer have to compromise one for the others. I am a graduate of Hampton University, a historically black university, with degrees in graphic design and film.

ABOUT MICHAEL RAMIREZ
An alumnus of the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC), Michael worked at Jane Addams Hull-House Museum (JAHHM) where he received his BA in Communications with a minor in Sociology. After 10-years of working at JAHHM as a Museum Educator and Education Manager, Michael moved on to becoming the current Operations Manager for LimeRed Studio, Inc., a branding agency in Chicago. In his current role, Michael helps with the organization of LimeRed’s multiple platforms for project management, corresponds with clients, both existing and new, and advocates for efficiency with all LimeRed Team members. Over his career Michael has led college classes teaching students, faculty, and staff at UIC Progressive Era history, served on the panel of the 2012 STEM Pathways Conference, and serves as a current Junior Board member for Project Exploration.
Michael is excited to be part of the Project Exploration Junior Board because as a PE alum he believes in the work that they do to empower young people like they did for him when he was a program participant. He believes that through PE’s work, more kids like him can be inspired to follow a path that they may not have thought to go down.

Since I was 14-years-old Michael I’ve been involved with the organization in some way, shape, or form and I want to continue to support a place that has supported me. My work now would not be possible without the connections and skills I learned while being a program participant, intern, and student blogger.

The Twist: Matching Gift – Our Featured Supporter Will Give a Certain Amount Toward Every Correct Answer
RSVP by Nov 29th at 11:59 pm CT and attend the event to Thank you for your commitment to PE and our students.
Supporters, donors, volunteers…what are you waiting for? RSVP and make your donation today! Your contribution directly impacts our mission and will help us change the face of science!
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Supplies and ingredients we recommend for the perfect cocktail:

1/2 medium orange/tangerine
3/4 cup water
1/4 cup turbinado or granulated sugar
20 whole cloves
2 cinnamon sticks
2 whole star anise
1 (750-milliliter) bottle dry red wine
Rum or amaretto, optional

Supplies and ingredients we recommend for the perfect mocktail:

1/2 medium orange/tangerine
3/4 cup water
1/4 cup turbinado or granulated sugar
20 whole cloves
2 cinnamon sticks
2 whole star anise
1 (750-milliliter) apple cider
Rum or amaretto, optional

PE’s Program Director, amateur mixologist, and science extraordinaire, Sarah Tinsman, is at it again. This time, we’re stirring up excitement for summer programs, while sharing not only the science behind tequila and the perfect margarita, but also the latest news from Project Exploration! Join our PE fam for this fun and informative event.

Project Exploration’s mission is to create transformative learning experiences, pathways, and a community for youth underrepresented in STEM, especially low-income students, students of color and young women, by allowing them to explore STEM careers and equipping them with the necessary skills, practices, and mindset needed for lifelong learning.

PE STEMbus Pop-up Event at Holy Family
2021-05-21 15:00 - 17:00 | Holy Family Ministry School, 3415 W Arthington St, Chicago, IL, 60624, United States
Project Exploration is having a Pop-up Event at Holy Family Ministry School on Friday, May 21 from 3pm to 5pm! Register here to reserve a spot so we can prepare the right amount of supplies.
Joining us will be:

UIC’s Saxena Lab – a mobile lab where students will be able to use microscopes and learn about cellular biology using zebrafish.
Building Bridges – an organization that exposes young girls to STEM worldwide by introducing self-awareness education. Building bridges will be leading STEM activities.

PE will also be providing free STEMkits for students and families to take home! Learn about our Summer Camps and register for more PE fun.

PE Happy Hour Series: Science of Tequila
2021-05-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Zoom Virtual Meeting
Learn about types of tequila and how it is made, while perfecting your margarita recipe with our PE family! This is Science of Tequila with a twist – RSVP by May 4th with a donation of at least $20, and you’ll be entered to win a Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer!
PE’s Program Director, amateur mixologist, and science extraordinaire, Sarah Tinsman, is at it again. This time, we’re stirring up excitement for summer programs, while sharing not only the science behind tequila and the perfect margarita, but also the latest news from Project Exploration! Join our PE fam for this fun and informative event!

Supplies and ingredients we recommend for the perfect margarita:

Lime juice
Triple sec
Tequila
Ice (on ice or in a blender)
Cocktail shaker
Salt or Sugar
Plate
Grand Marnier (optional)
Fresh fruit (e.g. strawberries, oranges, peaches, blackberries) (optional)
Lime garnish (optional)

Ingredients for a non-alcoholic margarita:

1/2 cup limeaide
1/4 cup lemon flavored sparking water
1/4 cup lime flavored sparkling water
1/4 cup orange juice
Ice
Cocktail shaker
Salt or Sugar
Plate
Fresh fruit (e.g. strawberries, oranges, peaches, blackberries) (optional)
Lime garnish (optional)

Project Exploration’s mission is to create transformative learning experiences, pathways, and a community for youth underrepresented in STEM, especially low-income students, students of color and young women, by allowing them to explore STEM careers and equipping them with the necessary skills, practices, and mindset needed for lifelong learning.

The Twist: Win a Dyson Supersonic Hairdryer
RSVP by May 4th at 11:59 pm CT and attend the event to be entered into our raffle to win a Dyson Supersonic Hairdryer (valued at $399). Additional entries and greater chances to win awarded to for every $20 donation from now until 4:00 pm CT on May 5th. Must be in attendance at the event to win and claim your prize!
We are so grateful to our friends at the James Dyson Foundation for making this exciting raffle prize possible, and for their commitment to PE and our students.
What are you waiting for? RSVP and make your donation today! Your contribution directly impacts our mission and will help us change the face of science!
RSVP

Put the T(ea) in STEM and Party - April 1, 2021
2021-04-01 09:00 - 11:00 | Zoom Virtual Meeting
Join us to discover STEM@home & what’s to come for Project Exploration students!

To celebrate, Project Exploration invites you for virtual coffee and breakfast in our virtual classroom! Meet PE’s team, experience STEM@home first-hand, and hear what’s to come for Project Exploration in 2021 and beyond! Our agenda includes:

Mock virtual STEM@home program with your own STEMkit!
Presentation on PE Program Model
Discussion of Challenges and Opportunities with Virtual Learning
Future Outlook of STEM@home and PE Programs

2021 invites exciting opportunities to impact even more young people. Learn more about Project Exploration’s pivot and impact with STEM@home and help us envision the future of virtual learning. Together, we continue to change the face of science!
RSVP by March 10th:

STEMbus August 21st
2020-08-21 10:00 - 15:00 | STEMbus
Project Exploration embarks on a Summer Kick Off Tour to meet new families and recruit for summer programs. Families will participate in fun, socially-distant activities and receive giveaways to introduce them to STEM@home, while our team also ensures families have completed the 2020 Census. Sponsored by Counting on Chicago Coalition.
Stops to be decided. Please check back soon or complete the form below to invite us to your location!
STEMbus Partner Interest Form

Name

First

Last

AffiliationEmail

PhoneHow I want to:Check all that apply

Provide giveaways

Join PE Staff on STEMbus

Follow STEMbus in my own vehicle(s)

Meet at one or more stops
Please provide details of your giveaway(s) and participationHow would you like to be recognizedOpportunities include logo inclusion on event page(s) and flyer(s), shoutouts at the event, event signage, and more. Creativity welcome!

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11:30 - 3rd - 8th - STEMSafari 6
2020-08-14 11:30 - 12:30 | Zoom Virtual Meeting
Click HERE to Join Program on Zoom! The password for all sessions is STEAM2020
Fridays are for EXPLORERS!
Join Ms. Marilu to explore a different location every Friday on our STEAMSafari. You don’t need any supplies for each safari, but feel free to answer the questions on our Share It Portal
If you need help, call or text our STEM@home hotline at 312-772-6634.
You will receive a text reminder the day of program. Find a link to the Zoom meeting below to add it to your calendar!

10:30 - K - 2nd - STEAMSafari 6
2020-08-14 10:30 - 11:15 | Zoom Virtual Meeting
Click HERE to Join Program on Zoom! The password for all sessions is STEAM2020
Fridays are for EXPLORERS!
Join Ms. MeMe to explore a different museum every Friday on our STEAMSafari. You don’t need any supplies for each safari, but feel free to answer the questions on our Share It Portal
If you need help, call or text our STEM@home hotline at 312-772-6634.
You will receive a text reminder the day of program. Find a link to the Zoom meeting below to add it to your calendar!

5:00 - 6th - 8th - STEAM Boat
2020-08-13 17:00 - 17:45 | Zoom Virtual Meeting
Click HERE to Join Program on Zoom! The password for all sessions is STEAM2020
In this program session, you will join Ms. Baunnee in learning about environmental science! Supplies you will need for this STEAM Boat activity include:

battery connector
electrical wire
propellor
9V battery
on/off switch

If you need help, call or text our STEM@home hotline at 312-772-6634.
You will receive a text reminder the day of program. Find a link to the Zoom meeting below to add it to your calendar!

4:00 - 3rd - 5th - Local Art Studio
2020-08-13 16:00 - 16:45, 2020-08-12 16:00 - 16:45, 2020-08-11 16:00 - 16:45 | Zoom Virtual Meeting
Click HERE to Join Program on Zoom! The password for all sessions is STEAM2020
In this program session, you will join Ms. Meosha in learning about the science of making art! Supplies you will need for this Art activity include:

Your bag of art supplies!

If you need help, call or text our STEM@home hotline at 312-772-6634.
You will receive a text reminder the day of program. Find a link to the Zoom meeting below to add it to your calendar!

3:00 - 6th - 8th - Virtual Lunchroom: Boys & Girls
2020-08-13 15:00 - 15:45, 2020-08-12 15:00 - 15:45, 2020-08-11 15:00 - 15:45, 2020-08-10 15:00 - 15:45 | Zoom Virtual Meeting
Click HERE to Join Program on Zoom! The password for all sessions is STEAM2020
Friends! Catch up with your friends at Project Exploration at our fun and interactive virtual lunchroom! Topics may include, but are not limited to:

Goal-setting
Respect
Empathy
Citizenship
Gratitude
Leadership
Perseverance
Branding-yourself
And more!

If you need help, call or text our STEM@home hotline at 312-772-6634.
You will receive an email reminder the day before program. Find a link to the Zoom meeting below to add it to your calendar!

2:00 - K - 2nd - Local Art Studio
2020-08-13 14:00 - 14:45, 2020-08-12 14:00 - 14:45, 2020-08-11 14:00 - 14:45 | Zoom Virtual Meeting

1:00 - 3rd - 5th - 4H Financial Literacy 6
2020-08-13 13:00 - 13:45 | Zoom Virtual Meeting
Click HERE to Join Program on Zoom! The password for all sessions is STEAM2020
In this program session, you will join Ms. Marilu in learning about financial literacy! Supplies you will need for this activity include:

4H Financial Literacy Workbook

If you need help, call or text our STEM@home hotline at 312-772-6634.
You will receive a text reminder the day of program. Find a link to the Zoom meeting below to add it to your calendar!

11:30 - 6th - 8th - Local Art Studio
2020-08-13 11:30 - 12:15, 2020-08-12 11:30 - 12:15, 2020-08-11 11:30 - 12:15 | Zoom Virtual Meeting

10:30 - K - 5th - Planting Machine
2020-08-13 10:30 - 11:15 | Zoom Virtual Meeting
Click HERE to Join Program on Zoom! The password for all sessions is STEAM2020
In this program session, you will join Ms. MeMe in learning about engineering! Supplies you will need for this Planting Machine activity include:

Paper tube
10 small seeds, beads, or balls
pencil
masking tape
scissors
2 large smoothie straw
cardboard pieces

If you need help, call or text our STEM@home hotline at 312-772-6634.
You will receive a text reminder the day of program. Find a link to the Zoom meeting below to add it to your calendar!

5:00 - 6th - 8th - Code Your Dreams 6
2020-08-12 17:00 - 17:45 | Zoom Virtual Meeting
Click HERE to Join Program on Zoom! The password for all sessions is STEAM2020
In this program session, you will join Ms. Ruthie and Ms. Brianne in learning about coding! Supplies you will need for this activity include:

internet access
tablet, laptop, or computer

If you need help, call or text our STEM@home hotline at 312-772-6634.
You will receive a text reminder the day of program. Find a link to the Zoom meeting below to add it to your calendar!

10:30 - K - 5th - Building Honeycomb
2020-08-12 10:30 - 11:15 | Zoom Virtual Meeting
Click HERE to Join Program on Zoom! The password for all sessions is STEAM2020
In this program session, you will join Ms. MeMe in learning about engineering! Supplies you will need for this Building Honeycomb activity include:

scissors
cardboard tubes
paper clips

If you need help, call or text our STEM@home hotline at 312-772-6634.
You will receive a text reminder the day of program. Find a link to the Zoom meeting below to add it to your calendar!

5:00 - 6th - 8th - 4H Financial Literacy 6
2020-08-11 17:00 - 17:45 | Zoom Virtual Meeting

1:00 - 3th - 5th - Code Your Dreams 6
2020-08-11 13:00 - 13:45 | Zoom Virtual Meeting

10:30 - K - 5th - Pretty Pollinators
2020-08-11 10:30 - 11:15 | Zoom Virtual Meeting
Click HERE to Join Program on Zoom! The password for all sessions is STEAM2020
In this program session, you will join Ms. MeMe in learning about engineering! Supplies you will need for this Pretty Pollinators activity include:

3 cupcake liners
3 cotton balls
Three different colors of glitter, koolaid, or other powdered drink mix
pencil
paper
cotton swab

If you need help, call or text our STEM@home hotline at 312-772-6634.
You will receive a text reminder the day of program. Find a link to the Zoom meeting below to add it to your calendar!

5:00 - 6th - 8th - Robot Car
2020-08-10 17:00 - 17:45 | Zoom Virtual Meeting
Click HERE to Join Program on Zoom! The password for all sessions is STEAM2020
In this program session, you will join Ms. Baunnee in learning about environmental science! Supplies you will need for this Robot Car activity include:

6x3x2 foam block
bottle caps
straws
rubberband (thick)
needle nose pilers

If you need help, call or text our STEM@home hotline at 312-772-6634.
You will receive a text reminder the day of program. Find a link to the Zoom meeting below to add it to your calendar!

4:00 - 3rd - 5th - Noteworthy Youth Music 6
2020-08-10 16:00 - 16:45 | Zoom Virtual Meeting
Click HERE to Join Program on Zoom! The password for all sessions is STEAM2020
In this program session, you will join Ms. Jenn in learning about the science of making music! Supplies you will need for this Music activity include:

Your bucket of instruments!

If you need help, call or text our STEM@home hotline at 312-772-6634.
You will receive a text reminder the day of program. Find a link to the Zoom meeting below to add it to your calendar!
