Benjamin Carson Science Academy Overview

The Academy provides an enrichment program for elementary and middle school students to enhance their knowledge of science, mathematics and health careers. Students are involved in hands-on interactive activities that are designed to challenge them while making the learning of science and math fun. The students also have an opportunity to explore health careers, participate in educational field trips, and participate in cultural activities. Some of the cultural activities in which students engage include Chess, African Dance, Capoeira (Brazilian martial arts), Gymnastics, and Kiswahili.

The Academy offers the following opportunities for its participants:

• An overview of African and African-American contributions to medicine, science and mathematics
• An analysis of cultural and social awareness
• An opportunity to build self-esteem and academic confidence
• An opportunity to experience and explore scientific concepts within an environment that is supportive and challenging
• Entrance into an educational pipeline that extends from primary through post secondary education

Saturday Science Academy

The Benjamin Carson Science Academy offers a six-week Saturday program during the fall and spring months of the regular school year. Students are invited to participate in hands on science activities that captivate and stimulate their natural curiosity. Students are tested on their aptitude for the science content presented over the course of six weeks and have the option to participate in chess or math instruction in the afternoons. The fall program begins in late September and runs through November. The spring program begins in February and runs through March.

Summer Program

The summer program is a four week program beginning in the first week of June. The program offers science fair project development, exciting classroom activities, laboratory activities, educational field trips, and motivational speakers. The summer academy is an exciting learning experience for students in a classroom structured environment. Applications for the summer program are available in March.

Student Criteria

Students are recruited to the program when they finish the third grade and continue through the eighth grade. In order to be considered for the program all students must complete an application. Students are evaluated on the following criteria:

• Demonstrated academic potential
• Regular school attendance
• Aptitude and interest in science
• Be a candidate for promotion
• Recommendation of teacher, especially science teacher
• Elementary students are required to have a C+ average
• Middle School students are required to have a B average
  

Contact Us:
404.756.5024
bencarson@msm.edu

Quick Links:
Ben Carson Science Academy Application