Carmen Arace Middle School In Bloomfield, CT onboards Center For DNA-Guided Medicine To Conduct After School On-Site Educational Classes For Grade 7 And Grade 8 - Academic Year 2023- 2024

The Center for DNA-Guided Medicine has partnered with Carmen Arace Middle School in Bloomfield, CT, to conduct on-site after-school educational classes for 7th and 8th-grade students throughout the 2023-2024 academic year. This collaboration aims to introduce students
to the fascinating world of laboratory medicine, genetics, and biomedical research, helping them explore future career paths in STEM fields.

Through hands-on activities and interactive discussions, students are gaining an in-depth understanding of how genetics influences medical treatments and patient care. The program covers key topics such as DNA structure, analyses, personalized medicine, and laboratory techniques used in clinical and research settings. By engaging directly with professionals in the field, students are developing a greater appreciation for the role of biomedical sciences in healthcare.

Dr. Trevor Ellis, Principal of Carmen Arace Middle School, emphasized the importance of this
initiative:

"This practice will be useful in tailoring activities to the interests and needs of this year’s students while also building a comprehensive program for the future."

Anjanèe L. Wright, District Coordinator of Extended Learning and Family Community Engagement, shared her perspective on the program’s impact:

"I appreciate the enthusiasm the clinical staff at the Center for DNA-Guided Medicine brings to the classroom and the encouragement they provide to our students. They are working with our students to bring awareness to Laboratory Medicine and open up the world of possibilities."

The Center for DNA-Guided Medicine remains dedicated to bridging the gap between classroom learning and real-world applications in healthcare and research. By partnering with schools like Carmen Arace Middle School, the Center continues to inspire young minds and cultivate the next
generation of scientists and medical professionals.

For more information about the Center for DNA-Guided Medicine or to
inquire about its after-school programs, internships, summer science camps, shadowing opportunities or future educational outreach initiatives, please contact:

Dr. Richard Seip or Mohan Kocherla
Center for DNA-Guided Medicine
10 Jefferson St. Unit C3
Hartford, CT 06106
Phone: 860 899 8622
Email: mkocherla@dnaguidance.com
Website: www.dnaguidance.com