CABPES

JETS - Junior Engineering, Tomorrow's Scientists - -
The JETS program is designed to develop student interest in engineering and applied sciences through courses, field trips, projects and other "hands-on" opportunities for learning. Courses in architecture, electronics, civil engineering, construction management, programming and web design, computer-aided design, LEGO robotics, and aerospace eng

ineering programming are offered from September through May. Industry professionals in each of the engineering disciplines volunteers to teach and advise the students in their specialty area. Field trips are often added to the curriculum to study engineering and science principles in practical applications. MEP - Math Enrichment Program - -
CABPES offers a variety of options in its Math Enrichment Program to ensure that the needs of the students are met. These include:
• The Math Intensive is offered three nights a week by a certified math teacher and provides an intensive middle math program for students who are struggling.
• A separate math class in Algebra 1 and Algebra 2 is offered.
• Homework Help on Request will pair a student with a tutor with appropriate skills to assist with homework. Requests for a tutor must be made 48 hours in advance. SAT PREP - SAT & College Preparatory Program - -
CABPES provides assistance with college preparation including a class to help students prepare for the SAT college entrance examination. This program is an important element of the CABPES youth educational support program. The program goal is to assist students in their preparation for the SAT. We will familiarize the student with: (1) what is measured by the SAT, (2) the structure of the test. (3) test- taking tips to enhance performance, (4) the major concepts of the test and (5) strategies for each test section. The course is based upon The College Board (the test maker) recommendations and utilizes their teaching materials, test taking skills and practice tests. The program is for six weeks and it is offered twice a year before the exam is administered. Summer Math Boot Camp - -
The students will benefit form this program because it refreshes what the students previously learned and it helps to improve basic math skills and fill in gaps the students have so that the students are ready going into the new school year.