Students need access to enrichment opportunities that provide engaging experiences to expose them to career path options, the workplace, and innovation in technology. The Greene Scholars Program is designed to develop 21st century leaders with strong science/ mathematics backgrounds.

Our initiatives are: to provide hands-on math, science and technology experiences which strengthen the student's entrepreneurial/leadership and problem solving skills, build the student's self-esteem, stimulate the student's intellectual curiosity and provide self-motivation to continue their exploration in STEM fields. Programming offered to Scholars and parents focus on five distinct areas.

ACADEMIC PLANNING
Each academic year, the Scholars and their parents receive and are encourage to take advantage of academic services available through the Greene Scholars Program to ensure that they successfully navigate their education and are on track to fulfill the University of California's 'A-G' requirements.

Scholars also receive periodic recognition for academic, community service and enrichment activity involvement. Graduating seniors receive GSP sponsored scholarships upon proof of academic enrollment from the college, university, or institution of higher learning of their choice.

Academic Orientation Honor Roll
6 year Academic Planning Science Fair Recognition
Study Skill Training MESA Milestones Recognition
Core Subject Tutoring Graduating Senior Recognition
CAHSEE Prep  
CHARACTER/LEADERSHIP/ENTREPRENEURIAL TRAINING
GSP programming is designed to develop 21st century leaders with strong science/mathematics backgrounds coupled with innovation, entrepreneurial/leadership and problem solving skills. Character development is also an essential element of the program. The pillars of character are Caring, Citizenship, Respect, Responsibility, Trustworthiness, and Fairness.

At each GSP meeting, both parents and Scholars focus on a single pillar via speaker series, video clips or written material. Scholars are also encouraged to be service ambassadors giving back through community service and outreach.

Josephson Institute Character Achievement
Community Service/Outreach
PARENT EDUCATION AND INVOLVEMENT
Parents are required to volunteer four hours per month. Leveraging their technical expertise and individual leadership, parent performs specific roles in the organization until their Scholar graduates from high school, averaging 10-15 hours per month. In addition to supporting the needs of the program, parents also receive powerful enrichment, best practices and strategies for engaging and motivating their children. As program ambassadors, parents participate in community and educational forums.

New Family Orientation Family Dinner Nights      
Monthly Parent Enrichment Meetings Operations Advisory Committee
GO-Positive VRE Leadership Training GSP Annual Science Fair
California GEAR Up Curriculum 3rd-5th & 6th-12th Programming
Book Review Sessions Fundraising and Grant Research
STEM Roundtable Banquet and Souvenir Booklet
GSP Senior Academy Student Services
Cultural Relevant Activities GSP Website and Media Relations
STEM ENRICHMENT
Scholars receive programming specific to their grade level. 3rd-5th grade, 6th-8th grade and 9-12th grade workshops are offered monthly focused on math, science, engineering and technology projects. As appropriate, each Scholar is required to participate in the GSP Annual Science Fair and MESA Engineering competitions.

3rd-5th grade unique training includes MOUSE Squad, an innovative youth development program, which prepares and supports students in establishing and managing leading edge computer repair and technical support operations. Science Fun Day includes curriculum on Health and Biomedical Science focused specifically on African American health issues and hands-on SNAP electronics. Our week-long summer institute at NASA-Ames allows students to explore physics and aerodynamic concepts.

6th-12th grade unique programming include Math Engineering Science Achievement (MESA), an academic enrichment program that focuses on developing project, technical and leadership skills. Our week-long summer institutes on local university campuses, research facilities or corporations allow for extended learning in specific areas of Science, Engineering and Math.
COLLEGE AND CAREER PREPARATION
GSP sends 100% of those who successfully complete the program to college. This means that ALL of our students have passed the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE), met the University of California's 'A-G' requirements for college admission, and graduated from high school. Scholars receive powerful enrichment and preparation for college admission exams, college application and financial aid processes. Community outreach attracts guest speakers who promote STEM career opportunities, discuss industry trends and emphasizes academic rigor required. Alumni have been awarded over $500,000 in college scholarships from universities, companies, foundations and civic and professional organizations. GSP alumni have already established themselves as "people-to-watch" and are poise to become 21st century leaders.

GSP Senior Academy GSP Career Fair
PSAT/SAT/ACT Prep Workshops Summer Internships
GSP College Prep Workshops Career Speaker Series
MESA Industry Tours/Career Shadowing Mentorship Program
Resume Preparation AKA Baccalaureate
OUR STAFF
Gloria Whitaker-Daniels (Bio)
Program Director of
the Greene Scholars Program
 
Debra Watkins (Bio)
California Alliance of African American Educators, Executive Director & Founder of the Greene Scholars Program
 
Kelly Johnson
Operations Advisory
Committee President
Christina Thompson
Elementary School Programs
 
Avery Parrish
Jr. High/Middle School Programs
 
Leslie Aytch
High School Programs
Cassandra Anderson
Science Fair Committee
 
Kelly Johnson
Science Fair Gala
 
Gina Hendy
Summer Science Institutes
Saundra Combs-Monroe
Outdoor Adventure Committee
 
Connie Carr-Jones
Career Fair Committee
 
Christopher Norwood
Math Academy
Pierre Washington
Revenue Committee
 
Teneh Weller
Parent Enrichment Committee
 
Yvonne Young
Student Services
Benita Parker
Media Relations Committee
       
 
Program Highlights
Contact Info
Calendar of Events
» Jan 28, 2012 - 10th Annual GSP Science Fair
» Jan 29, 2012 - 10th Annual GSP Science Fair Gala
» Mar 3, 2012 - MESA Day
» Apr 1, 2012 - Class of 2012 Admissions Open
» April 21, 2012 - GSP Career Fair
» May 19, 2012 - Year End Field Trips
» June 18-22, 2012 - ES & MS Summer Science Institutes
» June 25-29, 2012 - HS Summer Science Institute
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Greene Scholars Program
P.O. Box 3134
San Jose, CA 95156-3134

Questions:
Meet the Director
Gloria Whitaker-Daniels
(408) 425-3425 [Phone]

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Sponsored by the California Alliance of African American Educators
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