ACE Mentor Program Info Session 6- Greater Boston
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About this event
High school students and their parents or caregivers are invited to join a 45-minute information session online about the ACE Mentor Program of Greater Boston. Returning ACE students may wish to join to hear about what's new. RSVP to get the zoom link sent to you.
Frequently Asked Questions about ACE Mentor Program
Who? High school students from the Greater Boston area who might be interested in architecture, construction, or engineering. Any student grades 9-12 is welcome. Many students come for several years.
What? A free after-school program to introduce you to architecture, construction, or engineering through a hands-on design project.
When? One day per week, October 25 - March 10, after school. You will be asked to choose an afternoon/evening that works for you to meet with your mentors.
Where? The program will operate virtually in the fall of 2021, and we hope to add in-person events and meetings later in the school year. Pick one to attend regularly, based on your schedule. The program is the same at each location.
Monday - Northeastern team - 4:30-6 PM ONLINE
Tues - Wentworth Institute of Technology team - 4:00-5:30 PM ONLINE
Tues - Roxbury Community College - 5:00-6:30 PM ONLINE
Wed - SMMA Cambridge - 4:00-5:30 PM ONLINE
Wed - Boston Society for Architects - 4:30-6 PM ONLINE
Why? To learn about design and construction, to get inspired, and to get opportunities such as internships and scholarships.
How? Watch the video for a peek at the program in action. The online program will require that you have access to a phone or laptop that allows them to use Zoom. If you do not have such a device, we will work to get you access to one. Students will receive a supply kit.
What is the cost? The program is free of charge.
Who are the mentors? The ACE Mentors work in the fields of architecture, construction, and engineering, and they have worked on many exciting area projects. They volunteer because they want to help you learn about their work. All mentors undergo a background screening through ACE Mentor national.
What is the project? This year, with the support of your mentors, ACE students will design and create a construction plan for a community arts center, working within certain budget, environmental, and site requirements.
How do I sign up? The first step is to attend an information session. Then you will be asked to complete the online enrollment forms. Your parent or guardian must sign permission forms. Then you will be invited to the first session the week of October 25th.
What about if I can't make it to this session? Don't worry. There will be several other session dates to attend an information session. Email jfries@acegreaterboston.org to get more info.
Organizer ACE Mentor Program of Greater Boston
Organizer of ACE Mentor Program Info Session 6- Greater Boston
ACE Mentor Program of Greater Boston, an affiliate of ACE Mentor of America, provides high school students with an introduction to the industries of Architecture, Construction, and Engineering. ACE Mentor Program of Greater Boston aims to create a holistic student support and career exposure program where high school students from Greater Boston — who otherwise would not have the opportunity — learn about the architecture, construction, and engineering industries. With our carefully-designed engagement through hands-on, project based programming, we hope to engage, excite, and enlighten high school students to pursue careers in architecture, construction management, and engineering. We engage mentors and offer college scholarships to support the program graduates in their continued advancement in the ACE fields.
