the possible project's makerspace
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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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