Saturday Program for Academic and Cultural Education
For further information, please contact:
NC State African American Cultural Center
919.515.5210 - Phone
919.513.5173 - Fax
The Saturday Program for Academic and Cultural Education (SPACE) is named after Lt. Colonel Guion (Guy) Stewart Bluford, Jr., the first African American astronaut in space. SPACE is an academic program designed for 6th through 8th grade students from Wake County and surrounding school districts. The program provides interactive learning and cultural activities in writing, math, science, social studies and technology throughout the academic year.
Program Objective
- To develop assertive and young student leaders.
- To promote a positive self image.
- To expose students to a core curriculum designed to challenge and inspire.
- To promote academic excellence.
- To engage students in a collaborative learning environment.
- To enrich student appreciation and knowledge of the cultural and historical contributions of Africans and African Americans.
Registration for SPACE is $25 per semester. Scholarships are available on a case-by-case basis. Space meets twice each month from October through April.
Fall 2011 – Spring 2012 SPACE Schedules
October 1, 2011
October 22, 2011 (AACC Heritage Day)
October 29, 2011
November 12, 2011
November 19, 2011
December 3, 2011
Spring Dates TBA
Program Description
Download Application Form
Please fill the form out electronically and email to .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
You will need Adobe Reader to fill out the PDF.
You may also print the form and bring it filled out to Orientation Day on October 1st.
Priority consideration will be given to applications submitted by midnight on September 25, 2011.