tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-151096942903989101.post605489943547890833..comments2024-01-08T03:21:35.616-05:00Comments on DeKalb County School Watch: RAMP Comes to Cross Keys to Serve Area High SchoolersCerebrationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11161868015604029471noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-151096942903989101.post-42669294382353172011-06-28T22:57:49.657-04:002011-06-28T22:57:49.657-04:00Folks, this just keeps getting better and better ....Folks, this just keeps getting better and better ...<br /><br />I had coffee with Mr. Gunter this morning and learned that he is bringing even more that I thought to the table for DeKalb students.<br /><br />Here's a punch list of what we can expect to see this coming year (with Foundation support and community support):<br /><br />1. <b>Two robotics teams</b> based out of CK that will compete at the highest levels by spring.<br />2. A <b>solar car team</b> that will have engagement of the Georgia Tech "Solar Jackets" solar car team (Mr. Gunter is one of the two advisors/coaches for the Solar Jackets and a key sponsor, too.)<br />3. <b>Two-day STEM workshops</b> for fourth and fifth graders - one in Nov. and one in May.<br />4. <b>Fall courses</b> in Intro to Material Sciences and Robotics & Automation with spring interships.<br />5. A County-wide <b>Inventors' Program</b> culminating in a spring tournament/judging. The top inventor judged will earn a trophy, $500-$1000 scholarship, and services of patent lawyer (a recent winner from Mr. Gunter's previous assignment is the subject of a multi-million dollar investment by Suntrust and will manufacture and distribute the invention partnering with Starbuck's and other partners).<br />6. Student enrolled in his courses will <b>conceive a product</b>, design it, design the manufacturing process for its production, build the lean manufacturing production process, and produce a product for community benefit (toys for children for christmas??).<br />7. His students will go into the middle and elementary schools to teach younger students in managed sessions.<br /><br />Simply extraordinary ... get the word out about this guy and his programs!Kim Gokcehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01855554437157990110noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-151096942903989101.post-36343780766411851182011-06-26T13:48:16.894-04:002011-06-26T13:48:16.894-04:00Kim, thanks for sharing this important infomation!...Kim, thanks for sharing this important infomation! There is a saying, Publish or Perish. If citizens are not made aware about opportunities like this for our children, these opportunities may go away. You are doing your part in publishing information about this.<br /><br />The word is out. It is now up to the community to take advantage of it. Congratulations to Dr. Watkins, Mr. Edwards, and all others involved in bringing this program to CK.Fredhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04676448124010158751noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-151096942903989101.post-39481336404856661432011-06-26T13:43:25.189-04:002011-06-26T13:43:25.189-04:00This comment has been removed by the author.Fredhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04676448124010158751noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-151096942903989101.post-65158788731011763412011-06-26T13:34:53.840-04:002011-06-26T13:34:53.840-04:00During school ... haven't seen the schedule ye...During school ... haven't seen the schedule yet, though. I'll have the exact schedule this week and will update here. I probably caused the confusion by mentioning the instructor's observation that after school, add'l lab work will likely be required for the successful students.<br /><br />I'm guessing the course will be offered twice per day - half day in the morning or half day in the afternoon.Kim Gokcehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11599713243186694545noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-151096942903989101.post-14366688774609888232011-06-26T11:08:11.056-04:002011-06-26T11:08:11.056-04:00Kim
Excuse my confusion -- but is this something ...Kim<br /><br />Excuse my confusion -- but is this something that students do during the school day or after school? Can a student only do it after school?themommyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01829171693817032539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-151096942903989101.post-7869026840067910972011-06-26T09:20:40.653-04:002011-06-26T09:20:40.653-04:00I think the administration will support it if our ...I think the administration will support it if our community's families do. It will be an interesting one to watch. When I publish details on the Foundation-supported "Interactive Media" year-long pathway that will have a major private sector component, I think folks will really prick up their ears. These two programs are truly of unprecedented scope.<br /><br />If you have a high schooler who is interested in the latest web and mobile technology and real world applications, be ready to change their fall schedule so they can jump on this amazing opportunity that will include Spring internships.Kim Gokcehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11599713243186694545noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-151096942903989101.post-27724710242843156542011-06-26T07:20:34.301-04:002011-06-26T07:20:34.301-04:00Awesome! This is a really big coup for DeKalb! I...Awesome! This is a really big coup for DeKalb! I hope the administration supports it and the program blossoms!!Cerebrationhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11161868015604029471noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-151096942903989101.post-16923593229690569042011-06-25T22:43:38.029-04:002011-06-25T22:43:38.029-04:00Great news Kim!Great news Kim!andihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06425606310640843705noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-151096942903989101.post-38775408436256342372011-06-25T19:11:46.640-04:002011-06-25T19:11:46.640-04:00@Dekalbparent: "DAMN!"
Just wait, the F...@Dekalbparent: "DAMN!"<br /><br />Just wait, the Foundation has just closed a deal for an Information Technology program that may require additional four-letter expletives :) ... I will start sending out teasers tomorrow with hopes of a formal press release within two weeks.<br /><br />@S7: "CO" and "requirements"<br /><br />The Career Tech CO is completely responsible for bringing RAMP to DeKalb via CK. Regarding qualifications/reqs ... I specifically asked this of Mr. Gunter and he was adamant that there are no requirements other than the willingness to put in extra effort. He specifically mentioned that his expectation is that kids in this program would be in the lab after school at least three times a week. So, no barrier to entry but a high bar for participation!Kim Gokcehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01855554437157990110noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-151096942903989101.post-44831097930048966312011-06-25T18:35:05.368-04:002011-06-25T18:35:05.368-04:00Kim,
How involved was DCSS CO in this endeavor o...Kim, <br /><br />How involved was DCSS CO in this endeavor or was it strictly CKHS?<br />What qualifications / GPA are required for HS student participation?<br />Your input is greatly appreciated.<br /><br />S7Sagamore 7https://www.blogger.com/profile/06152206779671223406noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-151096942903989101.post-25766922766712149232011-06-25T18:01:57.797-04:002011-06-25T18:01:57.797-04:00DAMN, KIM! A-MAAAAZING! I am so thrilled by this...DAMN, KIM! A-MAAAAZING! I am so thrilled by this! Congratulations to CKHS on this wonderful news!<br /><br />I only wish my own personal kiddos could still take advantage of this.Dekalbparenthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16376422781260452873noreply@blogger.com