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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

Questions?

AspireIT@ncwit.org