New Dimensions in Learning

Designing Futures an innovative career and technical education program providing opportunities for youth to build confidence and competence through 3D Design and Print, and information technology curriculum.

 
 

 Our project-based, hands-on experiential learning model includes:

• Personalized instruction in professional level CAD (Computer Aided Design) software and IT technology

• Experience operating 3D printers and working with IT hardware

• Entrepreneurial skills needed for any career


Designing Futures Students

Earn Certification in either CAD or IT;

Build technical & academic skills required for employment in additive manufacturing fields;

Develop soft job skills, critical thinking & problem solving;

Participate in community projects;

Receive individualized support.

Designing Futures youth gain confidence and competence to achieve their personal goals. Through participation in entrepreneurial activities and authentic work experiences, youth thrive as they develop marketable career skills.



Learn more about Phillips designing futures CTE Program

Tom Meeks talks about the itech project in this video. See it Here.

A Student Success Story Highlighted in The Mighty. Read it Here.


For more information about the Designing Futures CTE Program, contact:

Samuel Son, Program Supervisor ~ Designing Futures Phone: 703.591.1146
Email: samuel.son@phillipsprograms.org

Chip Maust, Director of Career Partners Phone: 703.941.8810
Email: Chip.Maust@phillipsprograms.org

One of the reasons I enjoy coming to 3D printing is that I already have the ideas that I want to put down. I’ve always had these designs that I wanted to implement. However, until recently, I lacked the means and the resources to actually make them a reality. Now I possess both.
— PHILLIPS Student
 
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