The Possible Project's Makerspace
Transcript of The Possible Project's Makerspace
Introduction toThe Possible Project
David Selles, Makerspace Education Coordinator
The Possible Project www.possibleproject.org 955 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02139
OUR PROGRAM
• Three-Year Afterschool ProgramExploring intersection of entrepreneurship and making
• 4 Key Components:1) Entrepreneurship Curriculum2) Student Ventures3) In-House Businesses4) Career & Education Advising
OUR PROGRAMHigh School Students• Aged 14-18 (10th – 12th grade)• No prior business training• Nominated by school or community member
“Untapped Potential”• Have a spark but aren’t flourishing• Risk categories:
Receive counseling or on IEP English Language Learner Low SES
"Without The Possible Project,
I'm not sure what I would be
doing right now. It changed my
life. Everyone here knows what
I need for support."Shawn, CEO of Green Room
Experience
WHY “MAKING”?•Students take ownership of product development
•Prototyping•Production•Cost analysis
•Fosters entrepreneurial mindset•Identify a problem or need•Create a solution or product•Market to the public
WHY “MAKING”?•21st century and STEAM skill acquisition
•Provide access to our students•Workforce development
•Dedicated space for hands-on production
•Large, high-tech equipment•Messy activities
PRODUCTS AND PROJECTS
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