Making Sense of Mathematics: Struggle with the Problem! March 3, 2015; 4:30 PM-6:30 PM Seattle, WA Facilitators will introduce problem solving models, explore different strategies for solving problems, and share ways to encourage math talk around problem solving.
http://goo.gl/B5WoS1
Discover Your Future in Aviation
March 7, 2015
Honolulu, HI
Participants will have the opportunity to talk with aviation professionals, engage in hands-on activities, explore interactive science exhibits, watch aircraft flyovers and remote control aircraft demonstrations, get career information, and participate in a scavenger hunt.
http://goo.gl/W2G58d
Making Sense of Mathematics: Encouraging Math Talk March 10, 2015; 4:30 PM-6:30 PM Kirkland, WA Session facilitators will discuss strategies for encouraging math talk in the classroom, creating a classroom culture where students discuss their strategies and observations around mathematics, and incorporating the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) Math Practices and the CCSS for Speaking and Listening in math talks.
http://goo.gl/6SLnx0
WomenFly! March 19-20, 2014 Seattle, WA Girls are invited to participate in a series of motivational and career-oriented workshops. Participants will have the opportunity to meet and learn from women who are working in aerospace-related fields. Participants will also have an opportunity to watch Big Dream, a documentary film that follows the stories of seven young women in technology fields around the globe.
https://adobeformscentral.com/?f=PEYNd3inSdluPP6UwMtjbA#

Expanding Your Horizons (EYH) Conference
March 28, 2015; 8:00 AM-11:50 AM
Bellevue, WA
EYH aims to increase young women's interest in STEM; foster awareness of career opportunities in STEM; and provide opportunities for young women to meet and interact with role models active in STEM fields.
http://www.eyhbccmiddleschool.com/Register.aspx
Careers in a High Tech World Job Shadow
April 2, 2015
Boise, ID
Micron offers an all-day on-site job shadow program for eleventh and twelfth grade students interested in engineering, scientific, or technical careers. Students will experience a half day job shadow and a half day of high-tech career exploration and college readiness activities. Contact Micron K-12 Programs for more information.
Girls Unlimited - Art is the Way...
April 18, 2015; 10:00 AM-2:30 PM Redmond, WA Learn how art careers support and encourage STEM. Speakers with diverse art backgrounds such as design, graphics, and performance arts will share their experiences. Learn how you can incorporate your passions and dreams into your career path. www.redmond.gov/econnect; course # 55039
University of Washington Discovery Days
April 24-25, 2015
Seattle, WA
At this event students and faculty from all UW engineering departments will share their work with students, teachers, families, and the community. Attendees will participate in hands-on fun and learning. Registration for April 24, 2015 is closed, but registration for April 25, 2015 is available.
http://www.engr.washington.edu/alumcomm/openhouse.html
Electric Airplane Capstone Challenge
April 25, 2015
Seattle, WA
At this event students will learn, collaborate, and compete in a challenge to design, build, and fly an electric, tethered airplane that will carry the most cargo. The event will also include STEM mentors, a keynote speaker, and an awards ceremony.
http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07ea8t3u30ea35a9a6&llr=zhotlqdab
Pacific Rim International Conference on Disability and Diversity
May 18-19, 2015
Honolulu, HI
Conference topic areas promote thoughtful discussion and suggest new ways to integrate education, technology, advocacy, activism, and interdisciplinary research.
http://www.pacrim.hawaii.edu/registration
Robot Mania
July 15-19, 2015
Anchorage, AK
Robot Mania is an opportunity for girls to engage in building and programming robots. Participants will use programming skills to complete tasks such as retrieving objects and making hairpin turns. For more information, see the Anchorage Museum camp schedule.
https://www.anchoragemuseum.org/learn/explorer-camps/register
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