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Let me share a bit of my path to STEM: Growing up, while money was tight, I was grateful that my family had enough to always meet my needs. That being said, I never got to attend the premium summer camps my peers in richer areas got to. My mom was a stay-at-home mom and did her best. She prioritized my STEM education, but no matter her goals, she could never afford to send me to those premium camps. I was lucky enough to attend two summers of robotics camp for free through gracious donors, which I attribute to my current interest in robotics and AI, but those opportunities required rigorous applications and were highly selective. Access to STEM Education at a young age should not be selective - it should be universal. Right now there is a premium on quality STEM education - I aim to end that. This leads me to Camp STEMPowered LLC. My goal is twofold: 1. Offer low-cost camps to EVERYONE with no income checks. 2. Offer free camps to low-income students attending school districts with historically low STEM resources (this is where I lean on the generosity of donors). I plan to focus on summer camps, but will also incorporate virtual webinar learning sessions, and hackathons to instill confidence in each kid that a career in STEM is achievable regardless of where they come from. That being said, I can't do it alone. There are a few ways I could use help: 1. If this message resonates with you and you have the time, consider applying for a position on the board. 2. While I am still in the process of applying for nonprofit status, if you have any connections with experience in grant writing or corporate giving please send them my way! 3. Repost this to gain visibility. Just as generosity has been shown to me, I plan to continue the cycle and help the next generation. Together we can show ALL people have a place in the wonderful field of STEM!

🌍 Wondering how to ace your Erasmus+ project applications? Igor Razborkin from Slovenia shares insights in our new InnovEU episode! 🎙️ Here's what you'll learn: 1️⃣ The unspoken rules of Erasmus+ evaluations. 2️⃣ How to increase your project’s success rate. 3️⃣ Why understanding the 'unwritten' criteria is crucial. 🌐 Whether you're in academia or the nonprofit sector, these tips will help you ace your next Erasmus+ project submission! To watch/listen the full episode: https://rpb.li/3OGqm

🌍 Wondering how to ace your Erasmus+ project applications? Igor Razborkin from Slovenia shares insights in our new InnovEU episode! 🎙️ Here's what you'll learn: 1️⃣ The unspoken rules of Erasmus+ evaluations. 2️⃣ How to increase your project’s success rate. 3️⃣ Why understanding the 'unwritten' criteria is crucial. 🌐 Whether you're in academia or the nonprofit sector, these tips will help you ace your next Erasmus+ project submission! To watch/listen the full episode: https://rpb.li/3OGqm

Consider Revamping Your Essays... The essay is the heart and soul of your scholarship application. It is important to articulate who you are and what you are about. Ask yourself these questions as you review your essays: 1. What sets me apart? Highlight your unique experiences, skills, and perspectives that make you stand out from other applicants. 2. How have I demonstrated leadership and initiative? Provide specific examples of times when you took charge or initiated positive change. 3. How do I give back to my community? Describe your involvement in community service, volunteering, or extracurricular activities that make a positive impact. 4. How will I use this scholarship to make a difference? Outline your plans for using the scholarship funds to further your education and contribute to your field and community. Please schedule a consultation today to learn more strategies to help your application stand out. https://lnkd.in/gis97UeV

🌍 Wondering how to ace your Erasmus+ project applications? Igor Razborkin from Slovenia shares insights in our new InnovEU episode! 🎙️ Here's what you'll learn: 1️⃣ The unspoken rules of Erasmus+ evaluations. 2️⃣ How to increase your project’s success rate. 3️⃣ Why understanding the 'unwritten' criteria is crucial. 🌐 Whether you're in academia or the nonprofit sector, these tips will help you ace your next Erasmus+ project submission! To watch/listen the full episode: https://rpb.li/3OGqm

New Episode Drop! 🎙️ ⬇️ When we consider the experiences of our on-campus students, our focus revolves around fostering community, facilitating connections, and aiding in transitions. But do we specifically consider the issue of loneliness?

Did you know? Last year, YOUmedia welcomed 24,000+ visits to its teens-only Library spaces. Because of donors like you, our Chicago Public Library can invest in unique environments where teens can: ✅ Pursue artistic interests ✅Experiment with technology ✅Hang out with friends ✅Be themselves Read more about the lives you’re transforming in our 2023 Impact Report: https://lnkd.in/dbrKAP4

FINDING AID FRIDAY! Tompkins Learning Partners V-54-5-7 (page 1 of 3 shown) Originally called Literacy Volunteers of Tompkins County (LVTC) the organization began as an affiliate of Literacy Volunteers of America (LVA) in 1976. It was reactivated in 1980 with an office in a former janitor’s closet in the GIAC (Greater Ithaca Activities Center) building. The group moved to an office in the Henry St. John building (301 S. Geneva Street) in 1989. At the time they served more than 250 students with some 230 volunteer tutors. Funding for the small paid staff and office space was always problematic, largely coming from the County, United Way and contributions...This collection consists largely of minutes of Board meetings of LVTC/TLP from its beginnings around 1976 through 2012. It also includes: newspaper clippings from 1995 and 1996 when the organization was attempting to solidify funding from the County; a local cookbook contributed by Board members, friends and teachers; a scrapbook with photos from the 1980s; newsletters and annual reports; and some documents from the mid-1980s and material from a 2009-2012 fundraising campaign. For more information, or to make an appointment to explore our collections email archives@thehistorycenter.net. Our manuscript collections include Finding Aids, which are detailed box lists describing each collection's contents. They are critical introductions to the collections, and some of the many Finding Aids in The History Center's archives can be reviewed at https://lnkd.in/e5SGdETR . #TompkinsHistory #FindingAid #ArchivalFindingAid #archives #tompkinscounty #townofdanby #danbyny #danby

Is your school a neighborhood school? Do partnerships in the community drive value for the students and families you serve? This week I had the opportunity to discuss the strategic role of community partnerships with Jemia Cunningham-Elder, CEO at North Lawndale College Prep in Chicago. We got into: - Evaluating community sentiment - What types of partnerships you might want to look for - Potential pitfalls when leveraging partnerships - Practical considerations for operationalizing programs/partnerships - How partnerships can offer unique opportunities otherwise not possible - The role of a leader/CEO in driving community engagement - much more! Give it a listen 🎧

How do you ensure the majority of your students have an opportunity to participate in class? Check out this video from Edutopia "Inviting Participation with Thumbs-Up Responses" for one of many ways to give all students a chance to thing and respond. https://lnkd.in/gdF_e_MA