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…connects high school and college women with K-12 girls interested in
computing.
Using a near-peer model, program leaders teach younger girls
fundamentals in programming and computational thinking in fun, creative environments that are supported by program partners
from the NCWIT community.
The relationship between the program leaders and their program
partners fosters mentoring with technical professionals, increases young women’s confidence in their computing abilities, and develops
valuable leadership skills.
NCWIT AspireIT….AspireIT Partner OrganizationsAn Overview
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To significantly increase women’s meaningful participation in computing by equipping “change leaders” with research-based techniques for taking action in recruiting, retaining, and advancing women.
K–12 to higher education, throughout industries and entrepreneurial careers
OUR MISSION
NCWIT is a non-profit based out of the University of Colorado at Boulder funded by the National Science Foundation and corporate and foundation sponsors
NCWIT is a non-profit based out of the University of Colorado at Boulder funded by the National Science Foundation and corporate and foundation sponsors
TheNational Center
for Women & Information Technology
(NCWIT)http://ncwit.org
NCWIT is a non-profit based out of the University of Colorado at Boulder funded by the National Science Foundation and corporate and foundation sponsors
The Aspirations in Computing Journey
…connects high school and college women with K-12 girls interested in
computing.
Using a near-peer model, program leaders teach younger girls
fundamentals in programming and computational thinking in fun, creative environments that are supported by program partners
from the NCWIT community.
The relationship between the program leaders and their program
partners fosters mentoring with technical professionals, increases young women’s confidence in their computing abilities, and develops
valuable leadership skills.
NCWIT AspireIT….
Why it Matters
Since 2013….✓ 288 Programs✓ 6,783 Participants✓ 41 States, DC &
US Virgin Island
Roles & Responsibilities
More Info: www.ncwit.org/aspireit-opportunity-aspirations-computing-community-membersInterested Leaders: https://www.aspirations.org/aspireit-leaders-looking-partners
More Info: www.ncwit.org/aspireit-opportunity-ncwit-alliance-membersInterested Partners: https://www.aspirations.org/aspireit-partners-organizations-looking-leaders
AspireIT Leader
A member of the “Aspirations in Computing” Community (generally in high school or college) who wants to lead an AspireIT Program
AspireIT Partner
Organization
NCWIT Alliance member who serves as a mentor and fiscal agent to partner with a an AspireIT Leader to host an AspireIT program.
What’s in it for me?Our AspireIT Partner Organizations tell us they participate because they can:
ü Increase young women’s confidence in their computing abilities.
ü Help young change agents develop valuable leadership skills.
ü Inspire future innovators.ü Give back to their community by
facilitating computing education locally.
…and we will provide up to $3,000 in funding to support the program.
And for the Leaders?
Our AspireIT Leaders tell us they participate because they can:
» Give younger girls confidence in their own abilities.
» Inspire future innovators.» Develop valuable leadership skills in
technology that strengthen a resume.» Increase their own confidence in their
computing and leadership abilities.» Socialize, network, and build a
community of support for girls and women interested in technology.
An AspireIT Program….
q Serves at least 10 girlsq Offers at least 12 hours of
programq Is interactive and engagingq Explores career opportunitiesq Addresses a community problem
(to make lessons relevant)q Builds communityq Produces lots of smiles and
laughter!
RFP APP
» Grades: 3rd-5th
» Partnered with Stem4Girls» Participants:» were introduced to programming » created art with coding logic » create their own website with
HTML, CSS, and JavaScript; » had the opportunity to explore
with Raspberry Pi» directed their own short film with
iMovie.
Partners
Leaders
Participants
Community
Mission
STEM4Girls(Portland, OR)
TinkerCode
Timeline
Next StepsPartner Organizationq Confirm or Apply for Alliance
Membershipq Express your Interestq Connect with a Leaderq Verify you Partnershipq Aide with Application Development.
Due March 11, 2018q Execute the Partnership
Agreement, if awarded, but May 15, 2018
AspireIT Toolkit
