Annapolis High Joins
Maryland MESA Program

     Annapolis High School was recently approved to join the Maryland MESA program. If you are not aware of MESA (Mathematics and Engineering Science Achievement), it is an excellent chance for students to explore math and science engineering challenges. MESA is a pre-college academic program that engages 6th-12th grade students in hands-on, inquiry-based math, engineering, science, and technology projects during weekly chapter meetings at school sites. The MESA Partnership Model connects students, teachers, schools, and families with universities, community colleges, industry, and government. MESA USA statistics from several states indicate that more than 96% of MESA graduating seniors pursue post-secondary education. The students can compete at the regional, state, and national levels and this experience will open many college doors to them, including college scholarships. It is sponsored by a minority engineering fraternity.

     Annapolis High School science teacher Randy Warrilow needs two types of help with this project. Any interested student should be referred to him. They are encouraged to attend the organizational meeting on Tuesday, September 26, 2006, in Room 204 at the school. He also needs three other teachers involved, regardless of their teaching field. Interested parties are encouraged to leave a note in Mr. Warrilow’s mail box.