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Middle School Programs<\/h1><\/header>\n\n\n

We provide a range of support services designed to empower middle school students. For students in grades 6 through 8, opportunities include programs that focus on academic enrichment, personal growth, and future planning. While some services are available broadly, others may focus on specific schools or communities. Explore the options available to find the programs that best support your goals.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Programs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Campus Tours<\/a><\/div>
Expose elementary and middle school students to the University experience and encourage them to excel academically.<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Saturday Academy<\/a><\/div>
Enhance middle school student academic skills and expose students to different career and college options.<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Summer Camp Exploration<\/a><\/div>
A two-week academic enrichment program exposing middle school students to hands-on math, science reading, and writing experiences.<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Planning for the Future<\/a><\/div>
Offering a range of program sessions including after-school tutoring, reading, academic skill building, and hands-on workshops.<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Quest Project<\/a><\/div>
Educate and motivate Milwaukee-area middle and high school students and their parents to prepare for and attend college.<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n
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