WELCOME TO
YOUNG ENGINEERS
CHICAGO NEAR WEST
ABOUT US
We are extremely excited to offer Young Engineers programs to the Chicago Near West neighborhoods! We work with schools and centers throughout the area providing students with the opportunity to experience these unique programs firsthand. Young Engineers programs include after-school enrichment classes, summer camps, birthday parties and special events. Children are given an opportunity to LEARN while having FUN! Our Programs utilize an EDUTAINMENT (education & entertainment) approach, allowing kids to learn and play at the same time. This introduces kids to the theoretical and practical knowledge of engineering, mechanics, and technology concepts.
Young Engineers is the leader in integrating engineering into STEM programming, and has been recognized by Harvard through their Global Education Innovation Initiative for their innovative programming.
ABOUT THE OWNER
Hello! My name is Kita Gandhi and I am the proud owner/operator of Young Engineers Chicago Near West. I am proud to be bringing Young Engineers programs to Chicago in summer 2021! My love of engineering came from being the daughter of a mechanical engineer and being exposed to math and engineering concepts as a child. I received my bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from Washington University in St. Louis, graduating Magna Cum Laude, and went on to University of California, Berkeley, to complete my Master of Science in chemical engineering. Between working in the pharmaceutical industry and taking over my family’s engineering consulting company, I have 20 years of real-world experience.
I strongly feel that children deserve every opportunity possible to further their understanding of how things work, and I’m passionate about introducing the next generation to the wonders of engineering!
I am honored to be entrusted with your children and am excited to bring my love of engineering to them.
CURRENT PROGRAMS
SPECIAL EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES
We support inclusivity. The beauty of engineering for children of all different abilities!
Building and playing aren’t just for kids anymore! Let us design your next team building activity.
ABOUT YOUNG ENGINEERS
Founded in 2008, Young Engineers operates engineering afterschool activities in over 50 countries. Our mission is to prepare 4-15 year-old students for the changing demands of the 21st century workforce. With over 30,000 happy students globally, Young Engineers has been recognized by the Harvard School of Education and the European Union Commission. The Young Engineers approach utilizes the Spiral Method, allowing new concepts to be taught while building on the previous programs’ subjects. We always encourage newcomers and reteach lessons to ensure all our students are up to speed.
CONTACT US
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- 773 609 4112
- ChiNearWest@youngengineers.org
- Chicago, IL
