Amazon has introduced the Future Engineer program, a $50M initiative to increase access and affordability to computer science education for students in kindergarten through college. Amazon recognizes the significant need for computer science professionals and understands that if children are exposed to computer science early, they are more likely to pursue college degrees in computer
Get ready because it’s time for the Hour of CodeTM 2018 and there is a large number of new coding activities available! The ‘Hour of Code’ is a nationwide initiative by Computer Science Education Week and Code.org to introduce millions of students to one hour of computer science and computer programming. Hour of Code started as a one-hour introduction
I am delighted to announce that this year’s Boston STEM Fair will be held on Sunday, March 11 at the Embassy Suites in Waltham, MA. If you are looking for unique and relevant ways to engage your children in hands-on STEM-related programs and activities, you will want to attend this event with your family and
Hour of Code 2017TM will be taking place during Computer Science Education Week Dec. 4-10, 2017. I am a strong advocate of Hour of Code and have been pleased to watch interest and participation in this important movement grow over the past few years. Hour of Code is a wonderful way to introduce students to
I want to make you aware of an awards program open to high school girls who are active and interested in computer science and technology. The Award for Aspirations in Computing (AiC) offers both a national and regional competition to increase young women’s participation in computing nationwide. Award for AiC recipients are chosen for their
Attending a Maker Faire is a wonderful way to meet local inventors, crafters, tech enthusiasts, educators, artists, students, and organizations who are excited to show you their creations, hobbies, and projects and talk about what they have learned. A Maker Faire is like your school’s science fair but on a grand scale! Maker Faire was
We all know that starting a new project and searching on Google can be overwhelming. Google gives us access to a tremendous amount of information but it can be hard to comb through the search results and know whether a website is reputable and the information is accurate. I often experience this when I help
I am excited to tell you about Reaching for the Stars: NASA Science for Girl Scouts, a new program announced by the Girl Scouts this week. Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts (GSEMA) are one of 11 councils nationwide chosen to pilot a new five-year program in partnership with NASA and SETI Institute. The new program,
Imagine the sky darkening, though the sky is clear. The temperature noticeably drops. The brightest stars and planets pop out in the subdued sky. All around, the horizon is ablaze in red and orange hues, while overhead the sky is a blue-black. The Sun, blocked by the Moon, now appears to be an impossibly black
Advanced Placement (AP) courses are challenging and demanding college-level classes offered to high school students. AP classes allow students to dive deep into a subject matter, build their knowledge, and get ready for college-level work. Students typically take AP courses in subjects they have a sincere enthusiasm for and are considering studying in college. Taking