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Fall programs are back here at the Iribe Initiative for Inclusion and Diversity in Computing!
We're excited to present opportunities for all students to explore the world of computer science!
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Creative Computing seeks to provide all students in grades 4-8, including those who identify as a girl and/or as Black, Latinx, or Native American access to new computer science concepts.
Creative Computing begins September 26th. Deadline to register is September 16th.
Space is limited so register today at: https://go.umd.edu/Fall22Reg
For more information, contact: (301) 405-7615 or i4c_k12@umd.edu
Join Rise Up 4 CS+ on Saturdays from 11AM-12PM to prepare for next spring's AP computer science exams! This program is open to all high school students, including those who identify as female or non-binary, who are enrolled in AP CSA or AP CSP.
We accept new students on a rolling basis.
AP CSA-Specific Program Benefits:
Full Practice Test Questions
Interactive Webinars on Saturdays Weekly
Program Benefits:
1:1 On-Demand Tutoring for AP CSA & AP CSP
Social Activities, Guest Speakers & Workshops
Build a community of young women and non-binary students in computing with current UMD CS students
Our kick-off event will be on October 1 at 11 AM.
Register here: https://go.umd.edu/Fall22Reg
For more information, contact: (301) 405-7615 or i4c_k12@umd.edu
We are excited to offer High School Computing Workshops to students in grades 9-12. on Wednesdays from 4-5PM
This fall we're providing a dynamic virtual experience for all high school students while engaging in discussions, exercises, and activities in real-world situations. We will also be hosting 2 workshops in October at the University of Maryland's Iribe Center.
High School Computing Workshops begin on September 28th.
Space is limited.
Register here: https://go.umd.edu/Fall22Reg
For more information, contact: (301) 405-7615 or i4c_k12@umd.edu |
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Awards, Scholarships, & Other Opportunities
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NCWIT Aspirations in Computing (AiC) offers awards that honor aspirations, abilities, technical accomplishments, and influential guidance.
Applications for both the Aspirations in Computing Educator Award and the Aspirations in Computing Award for high school women, genderqueer, and non-binary students open September 1st.
For more information and to apply, visit aspirations.org.
Q&A Sessions
Wednesday, September 7: High School Applicants
5:30PM PT | 6:30PM MT | 7:30PM CT | 8:30PM ET
Register here
Wednesday, September 28 - High School Parents and Guardians
5:00PM PT | 6:0PM MT | 7:00PM CT | 8:00PM ET
Register here
Thursday, October 6: First Time High School Applicants
5:30PM PT | 6:30PM MT | 7:30PM CT | 8:30PM ET
Register here
 The Prodigy Program provides middle and high school youth opportunities to learn Web Development, Game Development, Python, Data Science, and CyberSecurity after-school while working on projects with industry professionals that benefit our city and community.
Begins September 12.
Register at: https://www.codeintheschools.org
For more information, visit: https://www.codeintheschools.org/prodigy-program
On October 1-2, NASA is inviting coders, entrepreneurs, students, scientists, designers, storytellers, makers, builders, artists, and technologists to come together in a global hackathon. Over two days, participants from around the world will create in-person and virtual teams to solve challenges using NASA’s open-source data.
No coding experience required. Participants of all backgrounds and experience levels are encouraged to join.
Find an in-person location near you or join virtually by registering for the "Universal Event."
Register at: https://2022.spaceappschallenge.org/auth/signup/
Registration for Technica 2022, the world’s largest hackathon for underrepresented genders, is open! This year, Technica will be held October 15-16th in The Hotel at UMD.
All female, non-binary, trans, and other individuals who identify as an underrepresented gender are invited!
Come to network with our 20 corporate sponsors (including Bloomberg and Bank of America), learn via workshops and tech talks, get inspired by keynote speakers, have fun at mini-events, earn prizes by working on a project, and get swag!
Technica is a celebration of all underrepresented folks in STEM and is completely free to attend! No coding experience required.
Learn more at gotechnica.org!
Register here: https://gotechnica.org/register
In today's world, it's more important than ever to create positive change using new tools and resources. What better place to start than with technology? The Imagine Cup is your chance to bring your ideas to life, build your skills, and win prizes along the way.
This global competition is open to students ages +16.
For more information and to register for the 2023 competition, visit:
https://imaginecup.microsoft.com/en-us
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We are happy to provide our K-12 Educators and Students with engaging events and programs in computer science concepts!
Choose from:
Enrichment Workshops
Interactive Curriculum Support
Guest Speakers and/or Student Panel
Or, if you have an idea for a CS related event let us know at:
https://go.umd.edu/I4C_K12OutreachRequest
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