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Perspectives: Girls & STEM – Closing the Gender Gap

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February 15, 2019
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Girls Get Tech. They Just Need Others to Believe It.

New research explores how access to technology helps put girls on par with boys.
From: The New York Times, February 12, 2019

Research by the Girl Scout Research Institute, out this week, says that — according to a survey of 2,900 girls and boys ages 5 to 17 (along with their parents) — giving girls the same access to smartphones, tablets, laptops and gaming devices helps put girls on par with boys when it comes to tech, or to be able to exceed them in some respects.

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Making Gains for Women in STEM Fields Will Take More Effort

From: The New York Times, November 20, 2018

No one disputes these days that STEM remains mostly a man’s world. Much has been written about the male geek culture that dominates Silicon Valley and other technology hubs. But numerous speakers at the conference agreed that needs to change soon if women are to adjust to fast-changing job markets that increasingly require technological skills, or scientific proficiency.

“This is one of the most important issues of our time, and it is urgent,” said Lindsey Nefesh-Clarke, founder of W4, an organization that promotes girls and women in technology. “It has nothing to do with cognitive abilities, that has been proven. It is about consistent, deeply entrenched stereotypes.”

The stubborn gap between men and women in STEM is evident from an early age, and continues through university to the workplace, according to “Bridging the Digital Gender Divide,” a report by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (O.E.C.D.) released in October.

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APS_STEMAPS STEM@APS_STEM·
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We believe in building strong partnerships with local organizations and companies. Thank you @INTELSAT for today's STEM Panel session. @APS_CTAE @APSPersonalized @APSCareerCenter @APSVirginia @APSscience @APSMath #STEMForAll #NationalEngineersWeek

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INTELSATIntelsat@INTELSAT·
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This #NationalEngineersWeek, we teamed up with @APS_STEM for a virtual discussion on satellites: how they impact our everyday lives, how they’re made, and the kinds of careers within the industry-inspiring a new generation of STEM innovators. Learn more: http://intl.st/2NGrb5J

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RosielivenlearnRosie Santiago@Rosielivenlearn·
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Stem Panel session at 1:15p.m. today! For more information https://careercenter.apsva.us/events/intelsat-stem-panel/ @APSVirginia @APS_OEE @CharlesRandolp3 @APSscience @APSCareerCenter #EngineeringWeek

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APS_STEMAPS STEM@APS_STEM·
22 Feb

Join us this week for @INTELSAT ‘virtual’ panel discussion @APS_CTAE @APSCareerCenter @APSHSITC @APSVirginia High School students @APS_ProjectYES For more information: https://careercenter.apsva.us/events/intelsat-stem-panel/

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RosielivenlearnRosie Santiago@Rosielivenlearn·
24 Feb

Check out @uspto Noche de Ciencias sessions 👩‍🔬🧑‍🔬 @APSVirginia @CIS_PTA @APSPersonalized @APSscience @CIS_APS @KeyAPSITC @APS_STEM For more information:https://www.acps.k12.va.us/Page/3620

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APSDrewSTEAMRachel Landry@APSDrewSTEAM·
18 Sep

Fifth graders did a wonderful job using the EDP to design an alternative to shaking hands @APSDrewPierce @APSDrewESOL @APSDrew @DrewPTA

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peterhreynoldsPeter H. Reynolds@peterhreynolds·
8 Sep

Free DOT DAY guide packed with #creative ideas for #educators & #parents when you register to participate in Int’l Dot Day at http://www.thedotclub.org #dotday2020

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mrgildea33Joel Gildea@mrgildea33·
22 Jul

Hey @APSDrewSTEAM check out these tips. “Always say yes to this ya” https://twitter.com/CharlesRandolp3/status/1285913451311898627

Charles Randolph@CharlesRandolp3

@mrgildea33 @Rosielivenlearn @mrjonesteaches https://twitter.com/3DPGirl/status/1285677579794550786

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BarackObamaBarack Obama@BarackObama·
1 Jun

I wrote out some thoughts on how to make this moment a real turning point to bring about real change––and pulled together some resources to help young activists sustain the momentum by channeling their energy into concrete action. https://medium.com/@BarackObama/how-to-make-this-moment-the-turning-point-for-real-change-9fa209806067

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SpaceXSpaceX@SpaceX·
30 May

Ready for launch @NASA

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keYESclubKey YES Club@keYESclub·
22 Feb

Come pick up your YES bags!!
Q&A on Hybrid. Thoughts. Ideas. Let’s talk it out!! @APS_ProjectYES @KeySchoolAPS

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APS_CTAEArlington CTAE@APS_CTAE·
12 Feb

Level 2 CTE students return to the Arlington Career Center for hybrid/in-person instruction.

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APS_CTAEArlington CTAE@APS_CTAE·
12 Feb

This video provides a brief look at CTE students who have returned for in-person instruction at the Arlington Career Center.
https://parentacademy.apsva.us/level-2-cte-students-return-for-hybrid-in-person-instruction/

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ACC_CollisionACC Collision Repair@ACC_Collision·
9 Feb

Student demonstrates and explains competencies for distance learning students.

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apsACCBarCosmoAPS-ACC--Cosmetology@apsACCBarCosmo·
9 Feb

Welcome back into the Lab!!!Students are performing microscopic hair analysis on their hair!!! @APSCareerCenter @APS_CTAE @wakefieldchief

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WHS_MaitlandRTGWendy Maitland@WHS_MaitlandRTG·
9 Dec

Wakefield STEM Club participated in #HourOfCode2020 w/ #Accenture. We learned about career paths, #Accenture & how to code! Thank you! #apscodes @principalWHS @APSGifted @APS_OEE @APS_STEM @AccentureFed

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RosielivenlearnRosie Santiago@Rosielivenlearn·
9 Dec

Set your alarm clock for @mrjonesteaches session at 6:00p.m. EST tomorrow🍃 Learn about @tinkercad Codeblocks #APScodes @APSPersonalized @APSVirginia @APSCareerCenter @ashlawnitc @TechAtATS @mrgildea33 @ItcRandolph @RandolphStars @fitchandrea1

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RosielivenlearnRosie Santiago@Rosielivenlearn·
8 Dec

@fitchandrea1 @mrjonesteaches @SrPadillaAPS @CIS_APS @MsRivasCIS @CharlesRandolp3 I can't wait to see their work! #APScodes

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broken_crayon1Broken_crayon1@broken_crayon1·
7 Dec

Happy Hour of Code Discovery Computer Scientist! https://hourofcode.com/br/en Be sure to share your celebrations with me @DscAPSCompSci @DiscoveryAPS #apscodes

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24 Nov

Mark your calendar for our Hour of Code celebration Monday, December 7th! More information linked in your Monday Choice Boards! #hourofcode #apscodes

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RooseveltHSDCRoosevelt HS DC@RooseveltHSDC·
26 Apr 2019

Scholars from Ms. Simmons’ Biology class went to a luncheon with Roosevelt alumnae, #NationalMedalofScience laureate, & @RPI President Dr. Shirley Ann Jackson at the @HowardU interdisciplinary research building. #EverydayRooseveltDC #WomeninSTEM #STEM

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DCSTEMFairDC STEM Fair@DCSTEMFair·
26 Apr 2019

Shout out to @RossESDC who already has all 5 projects registered for the DC Elementary STEM Fair on June 1! We can’t wait to meet these STEM rockstars! Make sure to register your students’ projects by May 17! @OSSEDC #DCSTEM #DCSTEMFair

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DCDPRDC Parks &Rec #WhereFunHappens Safely@DCDPR·
3 Apr 2019

#DCParents @dcpublicschools is out on tomorrow April 4th. DC has a free program for kids 6-12 yrs old. Sign up for #DPRFunDay at a rec center near you or your job. Register http://bit.ly/DPRreg search “fun day” -Also Spring Break Camp available! http://dprbreakcamps.splashthat.com

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HutchinsSTEMDC@HutchinsSTEMScholar@HutchinsSTEMDC·
11 Apr 2019

Attending the @MosaMack Session on “How to ‘integrate’ engineering! My team and I built this shopping cart and the goal was to build one that will protect precious cargo (an egg)! Enjoy our slo-mo video✨💫 #NSTA19 @HendleyES

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McKinleyAOEMcKinley AOE@McKinleyAOE·
3 Apr 2019

When @NAFCareerAcads Engineering students from @MTHSTrainer show up for interviews, they come ready!! When they need a little extra help, @OSSEDC employees step in to fill the gap. #befutureready #dcpsrising #internshipready #hireme #resumebuilder #networking

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OfficialNGSSNext Generation Science Standards@OfficialNGSS·
17 Jun

.@TheNASEM has identified strategies to promote student motivation in science:

🟢providing choice or autonomy in learning
🟢promoting personal relevance
🟢presenting appropriately challenging material
🟢situating the investigations in socially and culturally appropriate contexts

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NEED_ProjectThe NEED Project@NEED_Project·
11 May

Spread the word! Applications now open!

The Energizing Student Potential Program is available for schools in eligible counties of IL and IN and to @pgcps, @MCPS & District of Columbia.

IL/IN: https://www.need.org/programs/espil/
MD/DC: https://www.need.org/programs/espdcmd/

#EnergizingSTEM

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DCSTEMFairDC STEM Fair@DCSTEMFair·
13 Mar

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CASE_CarnegieCASE at Carnegie Sci@CASE_Carnegie·
12 Mar

Attn #FirstLight families: the final session for this term, Saturday, March 14, is canceled due to public health concerns surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic. Spring Term applicants will receive updates related to any scheduling changes.

Thank you for a wonderful Winter Term!

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BIOINTERACTIVEHHMI BioInteractive@BIOINTERACTIVE·
8 Mar

In coming weeks, your students will likely have questions about viruses. We’ll be highlighting our disease resources featuring scientists on the front lines of combatting epidemics, including Zika and Ebola. Find our collection of resources here: http://bit.ly/virusBI

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STEMforHerSTEM for Her@STEMforHer·
23 Feb

Great sponsors, great host of STEM for Her's Virtual Benefit set for Thursday, February 25th at 7pm. We are so fortunate to have such great support to make our mission of helping girls and young women pursue a career in STEM become a reality.

https://www.stemforher.org/kristen-berset-harris-of-great-day-washington-to-host-stem-for-her-virtual-benefit/

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STEMforHerSTEM for Her@STEMforHer·
22 Feb

Check out our newest raffle item- a collection of gift certificates from black owned local businesses in honor of Black History month! Can't make it on Thursday? No problem- you don't have to be present to win. Tickets and more info here: http://ow.ly/eWyU50DFPyi

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STEMforHerSTEM for Her@STEMforHer·
20 Feb

We’re proud to support @capcityrobotics whose mission is to provide underrepresented students with #STEM access and education through robotics engineering and computer science. http://www.capitolcityroboticsdc.org

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STEMforHerSTEM for Her@STEMforHer·
18 Feb

Have you skimmed our February newsletter yet? Check out the latest: https://stemforher.dm.networkforgood.com/emails/1054825?

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STEMforHerSTEM for Her@STEMforHer·
17 Feb

Trivia questions, raffle prizes, inspiring stories, and much more! STEM for Her's Virtual Benefit on Feb. 25th will be an evening to remember! Learn more about the event in the video below. Purchase tickets here: http://ow.ly/h3zq50DCsS2 https://youtu.be/91MPZZtTDwk

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