Rosalind Franklin Mini Medical School & Parent Hero Academy
The CPASS Foundation Mini Medical School (MMS) at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science (RFUMS) offers an engaging, hands-on introduction to the health sciences for 4th–8th grade students and their families. Through interactive case studies, experiments, anatomy exploration, and role-model mentorship, young learners and parents discover the world of medicine together. This Saturday enrichment program is offered free of charge by Chicago Medical School (CMS) to students and families from local neighborhoods around RFUMS. The CPASS Foundation Mini Medical School (MMS) at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science (RFUMS) offers an engaging, hands-on introduction to the health sciences for 4th–8th grade students and their families. Through interactive case studies, experiments, anatomy exploration, and role-model mentorship, young learners and parents discover the world of medicine together. This Saturday enrichment program is offered free of charge by Chicago Medical School (CMS) to students and families from local neighborhoods around RFUMS.
Program Components
Primary Areas of Focus
- Recruitment (i.e. increasing awareness of and/or stimulating interest in health profession careers and degree programs
- Academic preparation (e.g., increasing STEM knowledge
- Retention or completion of health professions degree programs (support for those currently enrolled)
Desired Outcomes
Mini Medical School Year 1 Year 1 introduces 4th–6th grade students to the foundations of health science through the seven organ systems: Brain & Mental Health, Cardiovascular, Immunology, Gastrointestinal, Musculoskeletal, and Pulmonary. Mini Medical School Year 2 Year 2 is designed for returning students ready for advanced science and application. This program emphasizes critical thinking and scientific discovery through the seven organ systems: Brain & Mental Health, Cardiovascular, Immunology, Gastrointestinal, Musculoskeletal, and Pulmonary.
Program Location
Settings: In-person
In-person location: Rosalind Franklin University
Timing
Duration: 2 Years ( Year 1 & Year 2)
Time periods: During the academic year
Program Components
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Academic instruction (e.g. coursework)
Students take part in Pre- and post-quizzes,Experiments guided by anatomy/physiology principles -
Academic skills development (e.g. study skills, test-taking
Final Science Fair project: each student selects a disease, completes research assignments throughout the year, and presents a poster at the culminating fair -
Health career exploration (e.g. job shadowing, career fairs)
The White Coat Ceremony At the start of the year, students participate in a White Coat Ceremony, where they don their first white coats and pledge curiosity, kindness, and commitment to learning. This tradition symbolizes their entry into the Mini Medical School journey and sets the tone for the year ahead. Graduation Ceremony At the end of the year, students will participate in a graduation ceremony. They will receive a certificate commemorating their commitment and completion of their given Mini Medical School Year. -
Mentoring (e.g. pairing with current health profession student)
Program Information
Education Levels
Health Professions
Program Location
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Program Sustainability
Affiliated Organizations and Networks
he CPASS Foundation Mini Medical School & Chicago Medical School (CMS)
Eligibility Criteria and How to Apply
Application Timeline
Applications begin in the Fall
Eligibility Criteria
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Academic
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Underrepresented racial and/or ethnic background
Students must be in 4th, 5th or 6th Grade to be eligible in local neighborhoods around Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science (RFUMS) completely free of charge.
Required Application Documents
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Application Form
Program Costs
Free of Charge
Contact Information
Chrysanthemum "Chrysee" Gorospe
Program Contact
Email: c.gorospe@rosalindfranklin.edu
Phone: 847-578-3291