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An Executive Summary
Following the established process of conducting ESD Institute symposiums – we are inviting a broad cross section of experts and stakeholders to present & participate in the symposium. The symposium will address the following mega question and subgroup questions to arrive at recommendations for DEPSA.
Mission
DEPSA - Detroit Edison Public School Academy exists to prepare students entrusted to our care for a future as global citizens and successful lifelong learners. Utilizing a proven research-based curriculum, academic development is achieved in a dignified and supportive environment that incorporates family, staff and community partnerships, in pursuit of educational excellence.
- Planning construction of a lean green high school, with the goal of a “net zero carbon offset.”
- Development in stages with eighth grade enrollment for fall 2010.
ESD – The Engineering Society of Detroit promotes and celebrates excellence, innovation, cooperation, professional growth and fellowship in the engineering, scientific and allied Communities.
- Support and serve in development of plan to develop exemplary green school that utilizes member knowledge, talent and trades, to achieve showcase environment for STEM activities and hands on learning.
- Develop a footprint of service and participation in the Detroit community.
Thank you to the following Engineering Society of Detroit board members who gave significant support to this Symposium:
Michael F. Cooper, PE, FESD Principal
Harley Ellis Devereaux
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Symposium Mega Question
 How can DEPSA, on a cost-effective basis, retrofit an existing building on a brownfield site as a “Lean Green High School” with broad community support, best design and construction practices, and innovative contracting to carry out its educational mission for the betterment of its students?
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Appendix A (Pre-Symposium Abstract)
 Appendix B (List of Participants)
Appendix C (Biographical Information)
Appendix D (Board of Directors)
Appendix E (Ralph Bland Presentation)
Appendix F (Jacobs Presentation)
Appendix G (Castellana, et al. Presentation)
Appendix H (Calabrese Presentation)
Appendix I (Short-Term/Long-Term Plans)
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