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We can't believe it's already November here at the Iribe Initiative for Inclusion and Diversity in Computing! This month, we're celebrating National Native American Heritage month.
We're also excited to share more about our fall programming opportunities, as well as at-home fall holiday activities, local events, and more!
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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
Register here: 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.
Space is limited.
Register here: go.umd.edu/Fall22Reg
For more information, contact: (301) 405-7615 or i4c_k12@umd.edu
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Native American Heritage Month
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Did you know that Native Americans played key roles during the World Wars? The US Marine Corps used the Navajo language as code to hide messages from its enemies. Read more about the brave Navajo Code Talkers who made substantial contributions to the Allies' victory.
The land you walk on once belonged to Native and Indigenous people around the world. Learn about the significance of that land and its Indigenous ties on the Native Land website. For free lesson plans, visit Native Land's Educator Guide.
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At-Home Fall Holiday Activities for Kids
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Awards, Scholarships, & Other Opportunities
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Looking to give your students an extra boost?
The Bebras Challenge (November 7-23) provides fun and free opportunities for students ages 6-18 to enhance their computational and logical thinking skills.
Participants are allotted 45 minutes to complete as many tasks as they can at various difficulty levels.
Discover more at https://www.bebraschallenge.org/index.php and register here.
This November 12th, join Code in the Schools for Game Jam, a free, day-long contest to develop an original video game! This opportunity is open to middle and high school students.
No experience necessary.
Register here today!
For more information, visit: https://www.codeintheschools.org
Now through November 13, check out the Maryland STEM Festival's free, family-friendly activities. From robotics to agriculture to cybersecurity, the Maryland STEM festival works to encourage all children's interest in science, technology, engineering, and math fields.
To see a full list of events, click here.
For more information, visit: https://marylandstemfestival.org
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The UMD Info Challenge Summer Camp 2023 (ICSC23) is now accepting applications for high school students who are interested in solving real world data analysis projects.
No previous data analysis experience is necessary!
This year's theme is Global Change: The Data of Climate Change.
Apply here by December 1.
For more information, including scholarship opportunities, visit the ICSC website.
Questions? Reach out to infochallenge@umd.edu
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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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