The Possible Project's Makerspace

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

MAKERSPACE

CONTACT

David Selles, Makerspace Education Coordinatordavid@possibleproject.org

Education