Dottie Rose Foundation

Our Fill Her Shoes students are working had on their creations that they will present at the end of the month. Keep an eye out for the final products! - #fillhershoes #dottierosefoundation #girlsinstem #bridgingthegap

Thank you to our partners! Featuring Godley, Glazer & Funk...We appreciate your ongoing support! - #girlsinstem #stemlearning #cltcamps #stemactivities #charlotte #charlottenc #cltgirls

Team Member Spotlight: Program Specialist, Chasity Spruill With a rich background in both technology and education, Chasity brings a unique blend of skills and experience to the role of Upper Elementary/Middle School Education Program Manager. Chasity holds a BS in Computer Science from NC A&T State University, with further credentials in IT Operations and Quality Assurance from Goodwill University and Central Piedmont Community College. This blend of technical expertise and educational insight is the cornerstone of her approach to managing educational programs. Before transitioning into this role, Chasity accumulated diverse experience in the tech industry, working as a Programmer Analyst at Cognizant Technology Solutions and as a Business Analyst at Ally Financial. Her hands-on involvement in developing applications and creating project artifacts has honed her skills in project management and team collaboration. However, it’s Chasity’s previous tenure as a Business Education Teacher with Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools that truly defines her passion and dedication to education. As a PLC Lead for the Game Art Design and Software Development pathway and a beginning teacher mentor, she demonstrated a commitment to nurturing young minds and fostering a collaborative learning environment. In her role as Upper Elementary/Middle School Education Program Manager, Chasity is excited to leverage her background in technology and education to create innovative and engaging programs that support both students and educators. She is dedicated to building inclusive, dynamic learning experiences that inspire curiosity and academic growth. Thank you for all you do for the Dottie Rose Foundation! - #cltnonprofit #team #stemeducationforkids

The Dottie Rose Foundation has been selected as a finalist for the North Carolina Technology Association (NC TECH) Awards 2024 Tech for Good Award. The NC TECH Awards is North Carolina’s only statewide technology awards program that recognizes innovation, growth and leadership in the tech sector and is presented by the NC TECH (North Carolina Technology Association). We are so honored to be considered a finalist for this award! Thank you NC TECH! - #NCTECHAwards #nc #northcarolina #technologyeducation

The feedback means so much to us! We would love to hear from you and how you have experienced our foundation! - #girlswhocancode #stemcareers #computersciencefun

With the weekend here, have you ever gone to the movies at home?! While watching a movie with your family is a nice time to wind down and relax together, consider making it a little more memorable every once in awhile! There are so many easy ways to do this…create paper tickets, individual popcorns, plop the couch pillows on the floor for a more “up-close” experience, the possibilities are endless! Have fun! . . . #movienight #spotonthedot #stemeducation #charlottenc #codingforkids #codingforgirls

Happy Friday! What will you be creating this weekend? ✨ - #creativity #stemactivitiesforkids #charlottenc

Today was the kickoff for our Tech Teddies Workshop powered by Brighthouse Financial! The making of a teddy bear is an algorithm in action. Students design, plan, and make their teddy bear. Before the students can begin to make their teddy bear, they must first design. This involves conceptualizing the animal’s appearance, shape, and features. Similarly, the same process happens in computer science when designing a software program or application. Once students design their teddy bear, they will walk through the algorithm (the step by step process) of making their teddy bear. Then once the bear is made, they will have options (variables) to accessorize the teddy bear to make it their own. The real world experience of seeing an algorithm in action creates relevance for students. And today, these students were able to do just that! Thank you to the 90 Brighthouse Financial volunteers and to the 160 kiddos that attended! The entire 5th grade class at Governors Village Stem Academy was able to attend. A great workshop filled with fun, creativity, and learning! - #algorithm #stemactivities #kidsinstem

Our foundation’s mission is to set the standard in computer science education while bridging the gender gap in the technology field. We envision a future where computer science education is accessible, inclusive, and equitable for all, regardless of gender, and a technology industry that values and benefits from the diverse perspectives and contributions of women. We are looking for strong partners to join our mission and assist with providing scholarship opportunities, mentorship, and guest presenting for our coding academies. If you are interested in partnering with us, please send us a message. We would love to chat! - #cltnonprofit #nonprofitpartners #dottierosefoundation

“Don’t let anyone rob you of your imagination, your creativity, or your curiosity. It’s your place in the world; it’s your life. Go on and do all you can with it, and make it the life you want to live.” – Mae Jemison, first African American woman astronaut in space. - #quoteoftheday #stemeducation #girlswhocancode