A team of students and mentors will collaborate on a project alongside the Portland Program, gaining hands-on experience while developing professional skills such as teamwork and communication. Students will have the opportunity to visit professional workplaces, practice networking, and explore a variety of career paths within the industry. During the final presentation, students will "pitch" their projects to an audience of supporters and community member.
ACE is open to high school juniors and seniors. Sophomores are accepted if there is space in the program. Participating students must have at least a 2.0 grade point average or teacher/counselor recommendation, have successfully completed 2 years of high school level math, and have a good school attendance record.
when and where
ACE Vancouver will meet between the months of February to May on Tuesdays from 4:30 - 6:30 pm at LSW Architects.
program registration
Registration for the 2026-27 program will open this Fall!
MENTOR APPLICATION
Volunteer mentors must complete the two-part registration process to participate:
Part 1 (Vancouver) Under construction: Complete and submit the local Vancouver application.
Part 2 (National): Complete the national online registration on the ACE National Database. This part includes mandatory training and a background check.
IMPORTANT: While completing the the National Database registration, make sure to select Vancouver as your sub region in the application!
ACE is open to high school juniors and seniors. Sophomores are accepted if there is space in the program. Participating students must have at least a 2.0 grade point average or teacher/counselor recommendation, have successfully completed 2 years of high school level math, and have a good school attendance record.
To apply, complete the two-part application by January 16, 2026. Both parts must be complete to be considered for the program:
