2009 Annual Report - Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta

STEM Learning (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math)
Geek Squad Summer Academy. Our nation’s lagging
performance in the STEM subjects – science, technology,
engineering and mathematics – has been well-documented and
Girl Scouts has responded with a full cadre of programs to prepare
girls for the challenging careers of the future. Girls learned about
careers in STEM fields with hands-on opportunities teaming up
with the Geek Squad to learn about computing and technology
in a fun-filled, interactive format. The girls learned about
computer hardware and explored topics from music technology
to editing digital photographs. Funding for programs such as
this remains a critical component of our commitment to
building the girls who are the leaders of tomorrow.
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Exploring STEM Careers. Girls attended the
Ninth Annual Aerospace Workshop, learning about
aerodynamics and careers in this high-demand
field. Girls also participated in the Lockheed
Martin Career Exploration event, where Girl
Scout Juniors earned the Aerospace Badge after
delving into subjects such as aeronautics and
engineering and connecting with female
engineers at the aerospace company. From
building a robot to conducting hands-on science
experiments, Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta is
leading the way when it comes to helping girls gain
the critical skills that will serve them well as they
become the leaders of tomorrow. By shaping their
experience, we shape our future.