Partners for Sustainable Innovation

Partners for Sustainable Innovation is a new Science Academy program for middle school students in grades five through seven that will launch in Fall 2008. Middle school teachers and their students will investigate concepts in genetic diversity, species diversity, and ecosystem diversity all in relation to human health. They will also learn about the requirements and opportunities for careers in these areas.

Partners for Sustainable Innovation brings together 11 partners: Van Andel Institute, St. Mary's Health Care, Metro Health, Pierce Cedar Creek, and Outdoor Discovery Center, Grand Valley State University, and five school districts -  Grand Rapids Public, Grand Rapids Christian, Kentwood Public, Holland Public, and Wyoming Public.