Accelerated Math and Science Program for Baltimore City Middle and High School Students


I am happy that I am in the Ingenuity Project. It's a program that lets you think about things. I love to think now!
- Diara Stinnette, Hamilton Elementary/Middle
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INGENUITY MIDDLE SCHOOL ADMISSIONS TEST POSTPONED!!
The Ingenuity Middle School Admissions Test scheduled for Saturday, February 6, 2010 is postponed due to the impending inclement weather.
The make-up test is scheduled for Saturday, February 27, 2010.

**Please note:  the make-up test is only open to students who were invited to the original Ingenuity Admissions Test. Test Tickets will be required upon arrival.

If you have any questions, please contact the Ingenuity office at 410-662-8665.
PROJECT MISSION

The mission of the Ingenuity Project is to prepare highly capable and motivated Baltimore students to achieve at nationally competitive levels in mathematics, science, research and related fields with the expectation that Ingenuity students will graduate from high school, attend college, and ultimately be prepared to become leaders in their chosen professions.
                        DISCIPLINARY FOCUS

The Ingenuity Project uses advanced curriculum in mathematics and science developed by master teachers. The specific objectives are:
Conduct classes in enhanced mathematics and science education in conjunction with basic skill building;
Incorporate applied learning activities, science research, and extensive use of technology;
Design classrooms capable of supporting student research and participation in national competitions;
Develop comprehensive after school and summer enrichment programs for Ingenuity students;

Provide a learning environment capable of responding to the heterogeneous strengths of each class and individual; and
Develop partnerships with mentors at universities, medical institutions and biotechnology research centers to provide students access to professional internships.
ABOUT US

The Ingenuity Project began the middle school program in 1993 and the high school component in 1997. Ingenuity is a non-profit organization 501(c)3 funded by the Abell Foundation and the Baltimore City Public School System. The administrative offices are located at Baltimore Polytechnic Institute and serve over 450 children in grades 6 through 12.

Interested students must apply during the Fall preceding the school year they wish to attend. Applicants generally enter the program for the sixth and ninth grades. Students who continue to meet Ingenuity's high standards continue through eighth grade and may reapply for the high school program. Enrollment is citywide, serving a diverse population.

Approximately two-thirds of the students selected come from outside the school zone of each of the Ingenuity schools. To the extent that openings occur in the program, students wishing to enter the Ingenuity Project for grades other than sixth and ninth must demonstrate competencies in science, mathematics, and reading.

For more information on the origins of the project, read "PROFILES IN INGENUITY," The Baltimore Sun, May 31, 2001
TEACHERS

Ingenuity students are instructed by teams of mathematics and science teachers who are recruited from Baltimore City, surrounding counties and other parts of the country. These teachers are responsible for providing a mathematics and science program that will encourage students to strive for and achieve academic excellence.

Hamilton Elementary/Middle: Brandon McClain (Math), Jodie Kavanaugh (Science).

Mt. Royal Elementary/Middle: Ralph Birt (Math), Paul Blain (Math), Debra Lewis (Science), Claudia Sorenson (Science).

Roland Park Middle: Kathy Bacon (Science), Judy Egerton (Math), Yelena Schwartz (Math), Maya Spisinetskiy (Math).

Baltimore Polytechnic Institute: Grace Amper (Math), Lisa Fridman (Chemistry), Nick Greer (Biology), Chris Guinoo (Math), Dr. Catherine VanNetta (Math), Dr. Mikhail Goldenberg (Math), David Nelson (Research Coordinator), James Rittner (Physics).
PROJECT STAFF
  
Director:
   Dolores Costello

Associate Director:
   Sergei Zverev, Ph.D.
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Dean of Students:
   Gale Fletcher, M.S.

Math. Dept. Head:

   Mikhail Goldenberg, Ph.D.

Admissions Coordinator:
Shani Lee Ortiz, M.A.

Administrative Assistant:
Dolores Morales

Founding Director:
Karol Costa


t. 410-662-8665
f. 410-662-8674

The Ingenuity Project, Inc.
Baltimore Polytechnic Institute
1400 W. Cold Spring Lane
Baltimore, MD 21209
 

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