[CASL-L] Fwd: Girls Who Code’s Free Summer Programs

[Barbara Johnson]

All,
Please see below for a free virtual program from Girls Who Code.
Barb

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From: Kenya Kirkman <kenya.kirkman at girlswhocode.com>
Date: Tue, Jan 23, 2024 at 10:27 AM
Subject: Girls Who Code’s Free Summer Programs
To: <bajohnson at colchesterct.org>



Hi Barbara,
I hope this email finds you well and that you are having a wonderful week!
On behalf of the international nonprofit Girls Who Code, I’m thrilled to
let you know that our free and virtual Summer Programs are now accepting
applications! I would love to work with you to encourage eligible students
from CT Association of School Librarians to apply.


* Girls Who Code’s Free Virtual Summer Programs Overview *

   - Our free virtual summer programs are open to* 9-12th graders who
   identify as girls or non-binary. *Any coding experience level is welcome!
   - In addition to our free programs, we offer a financial support grant
   of up to $300 and laptop and hotspot access for eligible students.
   - This year, students can choose to learn new coding skills in game
   design, web design, cybersecurity, or data science and artificial
   intelligence! As they build computer science skills, students will learn
   about the many diverse careers in tech through virtual events with
   professionals in the field.
   - Students receive priority consideration if they apply at
   *girlswhocode.com/summerapply*
   <https://t.yesware.com/tt/0e6113810190ad39c83436c5e45d03d134f73e4f/617577f2fac73ed009c9fadf6124dd96/390a08cc9261948ca7b902a77df62358/girlswhocodesm.smapply.io?utm_source=Email&utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=Kanban+leads>
   by *February 14, 2024*. Regular-decision applications are due by* March
   22, 2024.*


*Barbara could you forward* *the blurb below and our* *Summer Programs
Flyer*
<https://t.yesware.com/tt/0e6113810190ad39c83436c5e45d03d134f73e4f/617577f2fac73ed009c9fadf6124dd96/a3b01f625c65544f0eb037688d686aef/girlswhocode.com/assets/downloads/craft-prod/downloads/GWC_Summer_Student.pdf>
*with
9-12th graders you know?*   Do you have any questions or need any other
resources to encourage your students to apply?   I look forward to hearing
back from you soon!
Kenya * --------------- * * Girls Who Code’s Free Virtual Summer Programs *

Ready to shape your future and join an empowering sisterhood? Become a
coder this summer with Girls Who Code!

* Girls Who Code’s free virtual Summer Programs * empower you to build
skills, community, and a professional network for your future, in the ways
that work best for you. Choose your adventure with two free programs:


   - *Curious to create your own computer games?* In our two-week Summer
   Immersion Program (SIP), you’ll learn how to design your own games using
   p5.js, a JavaScript library for creative coding. Join classmates and our
   dedicated Teaching Teams in live virtual classrooms hosted by
   industry-leading companies like MetLife, Bank of America, Logitech, and
   Synchrony. We’ve got three rounds to fit your schedule: June 14 to June 28,
   July 8 to July 19, and July 29 to August 9.

   SIP is for current 9th-11th grade girls and non-binary students with
   beginner or intermediate coding experience, including program alums.
   Eligible students can even apply for a *$300 SIP Student Grant*
   <https://t.yesware.com/tt/0e6113810190ad39c83436c5e45d03d134f73e4f/617577f2fac73ed009c9fadf6124dd96/5d471d01d61a2e65474610723dc9e169/girlswhocode.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/sections/115000214167-SIP-Student-Grant->
   and *laptop and hot spot access*
   <https://t.yesware.com/tt/0e6113810190ad39c83436c5e45d03d134f73e4f/617577f2fac73ed009c9fadf6124dd96/7cbff30f4ea997fbcfdd13d3bb319a36/girlswhocode.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/4412558930459-I-don-t-have-access-to-technology-What-should-I-do->
   !



   - *Excited to explore the biggest topics in tech at your own pace?* Our
   six-week Self-Paced Program offers tracks in Web Development,
   Cybersecurity, and – new for 2024 – Data Science + AI! From July 1 to
   August 9, you get to decide how and when to build your coding skills, and
   you can always ask questions in our Discord server or optional Student
   Hours.

   The Self-Paced Program is for current 9th-12th grade girls and
   non-binary students with beginner to advanced coding experience, including
   program alums.


* Apply here *
<https://t.yesware.com/tt/0e6113810190ad39c83436c5e45d03d134f73e4f/617577f2fac73ed009c9fadf6124dd96/390a08cc9261948ca7b902a77df62358/girlswhocodesm.smapply.io?utm_source=Email&utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=Kanban+leads>
*
by the early deadline, February 14, 2024 for priority consideration or
apply by our general deadline, March 22, 2024. * Don't miss this incredible
opportunity to level up your coding skills, kickstart your future, tap into
lifelong career support, and have fun along the way!

*Need help? *Learn more with our *program flyer*
<https://t.yesware.com/tt/0e6113810190ad39c83436c5e45d03d134f73e4f/617577f2fac73ed009c9fadf6124dd96/a3b01f625c65544f0eb037688d686aef/girlswhocode.com/assets/downloads/craft-prod/downloads/GWC_Summer_Student.pdf>,
*webinars*
<https://t.yesware.com/tt/0e6113810190ad39c83436c5e45d03d134f73e4f/617577f2fac73ed009c9fadf6124dd96/32d722953464a904bee898d3730a4481/mailchi.mp/c1d968b8992a/sipwebinar>,
or *FAQs*
<https://t.yesware.com/tt/0e6113810190ad39c83436c5e45d03d134f73e4f/617577f2fac73ed009c9fadf6124dd96/a923f1663883f96cc0b430338caec035/girlswhocode.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/categories/202681357-GWC-Summer-Programs>,
or email us at *summer at girlswhocode.com* <summer at girlswhocode.com>.




-- 
*Barbara Johnson*
*Instructional Technology Coordinator*
Colchester Public Schools

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