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Empowering Young Minds: SciMaTech Academy's Journey in Benton Harbor

Follow the inspiring journey of Hull Middle School's SciMaTech Academy in Benton Harbor, Michigan, as they tackle robotics challenges with determination and support. Overcoming obstacles, the minority students are thriving with newfound skills and confidence. Learn about their triumphs, struggles, and the impactful mentorship provided by Whirlpool Corporation and the community. Discover the keys to nurturing creativity, teamwork, and resilience in students starting from scratch each year. Join the mission of empowering young minds in Benton Harbor!

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Empowering Young Minds: SciMaTech Academy's Journey in Benton Harbor

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  1. And What AboutMinority Kids? SciMaTech Academy Hull Middle School Benton Harbor, Michigan

  2. Benton Harbor, Michigan • Population—11,000 • Lake Michigan College • Whirlpool Corporation

  3. Benton Harbor High School • Spring 07-The FRC Debut of the Tech Tigers • Overcame mechanical difficulties • Tremendous help from Whirlpool

  4. Hull Middle School • 350 students Grades 6 – 8 • 94% African American, 92% Free/Reduced Lunch • 7 years on the state’s critical list

  5. Hull Middle School (cont.) • 2006-07 launched SciMaTech Academy • Two rookie teams • One went to Flint (state tournament) in December

  6. Difficulties • One coach for two teams • Too many adult volunteers at the start • Coaches training held when school starts • Summer robotics camp not implemented

  7. Year Two (07-08) • Two coaches • Two returning students • Two sponsors • Two tournaments • Two awards • Against All Odds • Rising Star

  8. Gap—Robot Design Ours—last year Theirs—last year Ours— this year • Team chose not to use sensors

  9. Gap—Programming Very basic

  10. Other Gaps • Research Skills • Presentation skills • Applying the design process • Working independently • Willing to be creative • Not giving up

  11. How do we deal with taking students from “Zero” to tournament ready every year? Any Suggestions?

  12. Thank you for your help! Marian Prince, Counselor marian.prince@bhas.org Mary Wilcox, Technology Teacher mary.wilcox@bhas.org

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