Ford and Destination Imagination Team Up to Inspire Students

Ford Motor Company has partnered with Destination Imagination (DI), a non-profit organization dedicated to teaching students the creative process through hands-on science, technology, engineering, arts, mathematics (STEAM) and social entrepreneurship challenges, on an exclusive event designed to engage kids in creative and innovative thinking.

The one-of-a-kind, “Try DI: Ford of the Future Challenge” will take place Saturday, May 6, 2017, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Fulton Science Academy, 3035 Fanfare Way, Alpharetta, GA 30009.

This event is open to the general public. Registration is limited to 500 guests; the first 100 to arrive will receive complimentary SWAG bags. All ages are welcome, from preschoolers to senior citizens. Thanks to Ford’s sponsorship, there is no fee to attend.

To pre-register, please click HERE. Day-of registrations are also welcomed and encouraged. No prior DI experience is necessary; just an insatiable desire to design and have fun!

The task at hand is exciting! Try DI participants will be asked to reimagine the future of driving and work together to create a prototype of the new car components they would like to see in future cars. This challenge comes with a tool kit that is provided upon check in. Within a set time frame, participants will work together on self-appointed teams to use the materials given to them as they build their vehicle component prototypes. Kids who participate will also have the opportunity to present their big ideas to Innovation experts.

Fulton Science Academy’s Destination Imagination Faculty Advisor, Rebecca Millar, commented, “Destination Imagination is a leader in project-based learning. Its academic challenges are kid-driven and are designed to teach students skills to succeed in the future workforce, including creative and critical thinking, problem solving and project management. We love this program!”

The “Try DI” event premiered last summer at Destination Imagination’s global finals held in TN. More than 300 excited children participated. The May 6 event scheduled in Alpharetta is expected to draw similar, if not even larger, crowds.

Kenan Sener, Fulton Science Academy Principal, commented, “Our school is very honored to have a chance to host this dynamic event. Watching families work together, students work together, even strangers work together, is really amazing. Creativity on that day is off the charts! For families who are looking for a unique Saturday experience that doesn’t involve a screen and encourages collaboration, imagination, and a hefty dose of fun, then this is the event for you!

Concessions will be available and funds raised from the concession stand will support Fulton Science Academy’s DI program and those teams who are heading to globals this year. To make a donation to support FSA’s DI program, please log onto https://donate.fultonscienceacademy.org/di

About Destination Imagination

Destination Imagination, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) volunteer-led non-profit organization whose purpose is to inspire and equip students to become the next generation of innovators and leaders. The most popular education offering is the Challenge Program, where student teams solve open-ended STEM, arts and service learning Challenges and present their solutions to trained Appraisers. Founded in 1982, Destination Imagination has impacted more than 1.5 million students. To learn more, please visit http://destinationimagination.org.

About Ford Motor Company

Ford Motor Company is a global automotive and mobility company based in Dearborn, Michigan. With about 201,000 employees and 67 plants worldwide, the company’s core business includes designing, manufacturing, marketing, financing and servicing a full line of Ford cars, trucks, SUVs and electrified vehicles, as well as Lincoln luxury vehicles. At the same time, Ford is aggressively pursuing emerging opportunities through Ford Smart Mobility, the company’s plan to be a leader in connectivity, mobility, autonomous vehicles, the customer experience, and data and analytics. For more information regarding Ford, its products worldwide or Ford Motor Credit Company, visit www.corporate.ford.com.

About Fulton Science Academy

Fulton Science Academy Private School (FSAPS) has fostered a “yearn to learn” culture where students embrace an innovative, STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) curriculum. FSA’s study body is diverse and reflects award-winning academic teams, competitive athletes, personal entrepreneurs, professional working actors, and award-winning critical thinkers. Built upon core values of excellence, innovation, and character, FSAPS has engineered a school of the future, today. For more information on this school, which serves students in Pre-K through high school, please visit http://www.fultonscienceacademy.org.