Anne Fisher STEM Magnet School families, don't miss out on an extraordinary, cost-free opportunity for high school students! MakerspaceCT is hosting MAKEnABLE 2, a project-based development program located at their state-of-the-art tech lab in downtown Hartford.
Students will take their engineering skills to the next level by designing and building custom assistive technology devices for real community members. Through this human-centered design approach, participants solve real challenges, build a strong professional portfolio, and directly improve the quality of life for those in need.
Curriculum Highlights
Additive Manufacturing & 3D Printing: Learn advanced fabrication and rapid prototyping.
CAD Design: Create, test, and refine custom models tailored to real-world user specifications.
Post-Processing & Assembly: Gain practical experience in finishing, electronics, and technical problem-solving.
Meaningful Impact: Apply design thinking to create functional devices that make everyday life easier for local community members.
Key Program Benefits
Gain hands-on experience solving real community challenges.
Develop leadership, teamwork, and presentation abilities.
Build a portfolio showcasing empathy, creativity, and advanced technical skills.
All snacks, materials, and take-home projects are completely free!
Program Eligibility
Designed for high school students (ages 14–18) in the Hartford region who have completed at least one of the following:
A MakerspaceCT Engineering Primer Program or the original MAKEnABLE program.
At least two semesters of high school CAD coursework.
Empower your student to engineer real change—reserve a spot with MakerspaceCT today!