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The Buzzworthy Happenings:
STEM Updates and Fall Recap
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Welcome Aboard!
Let's give a warm welcome to Megan Benzing, our newest addition to the Snohomish STEM team. With a background as a Career and Technical Education Teacher, Megan brings four years of valuable experience working with both middle and high school students. Freshly armed with a master's degree in educational psychology from the University of Washington, she's enthusiastic about contributing to our mission for equitable education.
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High School and Beyond Plan Session
Our recent gathering on October 10, 2023, brought together over 100 educators for an engaging High School and Beyond Plan (HSBP) Community of Practice session, hosted by Career Connect Northwest/NWESD 189. We explored updates on the Career Pathways Ready System, reviewed the latest financial aid information, and unpacked the new HSBP legislation. Excitingly, we've already set the stage for our next session on January 23, 2024.
For educators and others in the community involved in aspects of the HSBP, there are future opportunities to join the Community of Practice in 2024! Throughout the school year, each session will focus on a specific topic. Experts will provide professional development, covering areas such as developing career pathways (January) and connecting students to pathways (March). Sessions are 90 minutes, and clock hours are available!
2024 Opportunities:
January 23, 2024: 1-2:30pm
Virtual High School & Beyond Community of Practice: Building Comprehensive Pathways to Careers
March 19, 2024: 1-2:30pm
Virtual High School & Beyond Community of Practice: Connecting Students to Career Pathways
Save the Date::
May 24, 2023: 9am-3pm
In-person! HSBP Community of Practice at the NWESD 189. Registration coming soon!
Questions? Contact Jenny Veltri, CCWNW Co-Lead: jveltri@nwesd.org.
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Girls Explore STEM Event at WSU Everett
WSU Everett and Snohomish STEM teamed up once again for the 3rd annual Girls Explore STEM event. Over 80 middle and high school students from across Snohomish County and beyond immersed themselves in real-world challenges and hands-on activities in engineering, organic agriculture, and data analytics. Partnering with WSU Everett students, alumni, and faculty, the day showcased high-demand education pathways and financial aid opportunities. Stay tuned for more Girls Explore STEM in Spring 2024!
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STEM Like ME!® Career Exploration
Over 160 students, 100 minutes, and countless insights! Snohomish STEM, in collaboration with local industry professionals and K12 educators, brought back STEM Like ME!® career exploration programming for another school year.
Centennial Middle School students engaged with local STEM professionals, exploring careers available right here in Snohomish County. This program aims to spark STEM interest before 8th grade, supporting STEM discernment in High School & Beyond plans. Student survey data revealed a remarkable impact, with a 71.2% increase in knowledge and awareness of STEM careers among attendees.
Partnerships with Snohomish County Public Works, Zap Energy, Harmsen LLC., Sno-Isle Tech, Northwest Ambulance Critical Care Transport, Centennial Middle School staff, and volunteers from EASC and CCWNW made this event a success. Through ongoing collaboration with local businesses and education partners, the Snohomish STEM Network and Career Connect Washington Northwest Network remain dedicated to providing students with resources and opportunities for exploring and pursuing STEM careers.
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W.A.V.E. Tour℠
Our second annual WAVE Tour℠, held from October 23-26 at the Northwest Carpenter’s Institute in Burlington, Washington, attracted over 400 attendees. Students from 21 high schools across Skagit, Whatcom, Island, and Snohomish counties engaged in hands-on activities, exploring careers in construction trades.
Key Points:
Diverse Trades: Each day featured different trades, including Carpenters, Construction Laborers, Operating Engineers, Electrician Apprenticeship Program JATC, and more.
Math Skills Emphasis: Tradespeople highlighted the importance of practicing math skills during high school for apprenticeship applications.
Student Impact:
Learning Boost: 84.8% reported learning more about apprenticeships.
Knowledge Increase: On a 7-point scale, 74.8% reported an average 2-point knowledge increase.
Future Interest: 73.1% opted for post-event contact for apprenticeship opportunities, and 86.6% expressed a notable likelihood to apply for a construction trades apprenticeship.
Building Partnerships:
Volunteers from various organizations, led by Donovan Tate, Career Connected Learning Specialist for CCWNW, collaborated to make the event a success. Read more here.
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Rising Star
Katie Larios, the Washington STEM Rising Star Awards Snohomish Awardee, was honored at the 2023 Washington STEM Summit Luncheon.
This award encourages girls to embrace STEM education and explore its applications in supporting their education, career, and personal development. Find out more about Katie here. Additionally, the Lynnwood Times covered the story linked here.
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Boost Your Business with Summer Interns from Arlington School District!
Unlock fresh talent and invigorate your business this summer! Partner with the Arlington School District for an exciting internship program with students from Arlington School District.
- Access to creative and energetic students.
- Strengthen local ties and enhance your brand image.
- Contribute to student growth and skill development.
- Foster adaptability and innovation in your business.
- Express your interest now and shape the future workforce
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Don't miss out on this opportunity to elevate your business! Contact Lisa Rodino for more information: aci@asd.wednet.edu
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Embark on your Apprenticeship Adventure!
Join us for an empowering session that lays the groundwork for your apprenticeship voyage. The Registered Apprenticeship 101 Roadshow, co-sponsored by Career Connect Washington, WA State Department of Labor & Industries, WA State Labor Council, and WA STEM, is your key to understanding and preparing for a successful apprenticeship or pre-apprenticeship experience.
What We'll Cover:
Discover Registered Apprenticeship: Unveil the ins and outs of Registered Apprenticeship.
Apprenticeship in Washington: Navigate the landscape of apprenticeship opportunities in our state.
Registered Apprenticeship in Practice: Gain practical insights into the world of registered apprenticeships.
Ready to Dive In? Register Now and Ignite Your Apprenticeship Journey!
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Register Here | Save the Date: February 13, 2024, 9am-2pm | Location: NWESD 189, Anacortes.
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WA Grant for Apprenticeships
Do you have a registered apprenticeship? Are you seeking support services? Then this opportunity is for you! ANEW is a Financial Aid Office for the WA Grant for Apprenticeship (WG-A). This grant is open to all registered apprenticeships in the state of Washington who are approved by the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council (WSATC).
Financial Aid may be available to assist active apprentices in WA Student Achievement Council (WSAC)-approved apprenticeship programs with costs associated with their apprenticeship. Funding can cover tuition, fees, and materials.
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Financial Aid Resources
Have you heard? This year, the FAFSA and WASFA financial aid forms are opening December 31. In the meantime, discover why filling out the free FAFSA or WASFA is important and what it can do for current and future college students. Check out the new College Success Foundation 3-minute video series, in Spanish and English. This project was done in partnership with Snohomish STEM and Everett Community College.
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The Snohomish STEM Network is one of 11 STEM Networks working collectively with Washington STEM to create solutions and partnerships that bring STEM education to Washington students, especially those historically underrepresented in STEM fields like students of color, girls and young women, students living in poverty, and students living in rural areas. | | | | |
