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MIT works very closely with the Cambridge public school system through dozens of programs and initiatives designed to enhance learning and teaching in the local schools. In addition to the many resources MIT makes available, our office collaborates on many more specialized programs with the Cambridge Public Schools.
Science Expo
Cambridge Public Schools students in grades 5-8 develop science projects and then display them at a day-long science fair at the MIT Johnson athletic center. MIT students serve as project mentors, judges, and tour guides who show participating students MIT labs and facilities. Since 1994 approximately 1000 Cambridge students and almost as many MIT students have participated in the expo.
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Photo by Laura Wulf.
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Kickoff Meeting
MIT faculty members have delivered the keynote address to this gathering of all Cambridge school administrators and selected teachers.
Keypals
This program pairs 20 fifth-graders with volunteer MIT staff for email exchange, a research project, and three campus visits during the school year.
Cambridge Partnership for Public Education
MIT is a founding member of this organization, which has supported the Cambridge Public Schools since 1986.
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