K-12 Outreach
Overview
SWE San Diego promotes awareness of engineering to local students through our K-12 Outreach Programs. Our volunteers interact with young women to give them better idea of what engineers are like while allowing students to experience first-hand what engineering is really about. Become a role model and inspire the next generation of engineers by volunteering for one of our K-12 Outreach programs!
The time commitment rages from a couple of hours (speaking on a panel or in a high school), to a single day event (SWEET), to being a mentor in a more involved program. We are always looking for volunteers interested in leading or assisting with planning and organizing events!
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SWE San Diego promotes awareness of engineering to local students through our K-12 Outreach Programs. Our volunteers interact with young women to give them better idea of what engineers are like while allowing students to experience first-hand what engineering is really about. Become a role model and inspire the next generation of engineers by volunteering for one of our K-12 Outreach programs!
The time commitment rages from a couple of hours (speaking on a panel or in a high school), to a single day event (SWEET), to being a mentor in a more involved program. We are always looking for volunteers interested in leading or assisting with planning and organizing events!
Sign up today to receive e-mails about upcoming volunteer opportunities!
Organization Chart
K-12 Outreach Chair: Jackie Tran
Interested in volunteering for a specific event or need more details about an event below?
Interested in leading an event or getting on a planning committee?
Interested in sponsoring an activity? Not sure where to start?
Contact Jackie at outreach.swesandiego@gmail.com
Interested in volunteering for a specific event or need more details about an event below?
Interested in leading an event or getting on a planning committee?
Interested in sponsoring an activity? Not sure where to start?
Contact Jackie at outreach.swesandiego@gmail.com
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SWE Exploring Technology (SWEET) 2018
Overview:
The Society of Women Engineers Exploring Technology (SWEET) annual spring event is a great opportunity to give back to the community and to encourage our future women engineers.
SWEET provides an exciting opportunity for middle and high school girls (grades 6 – 12) to learn about science and technology careers. The day-long workshop features five exciting science-based activities where the girls will learn to think like an engineer in a hands-on environment.
While the girls are actively engaged in the SWEET, their adult influencers are given the opportunity to attend a parallel program, called the SWEET Parent and Educators Program (PEP). This is an educational program for Parents and Educators that will help sustain the girls’ STEM interests long after the activity day is over. [Participant Info / Tickets]
Volunteers may sign up to help out on just the day of the event, or get more involved as a planning committee member (see below).
Please contact:
The Society of Women Engineers Exploring Technology (SWEET) annual spring event is a great opportunity to give back to the community and to encourage our future women engineers.
SWEET provides an exciting opportunity for middle and high school girls (grades 6 – 12) to learn about science and technology careers. The day-long workshop features five exciting science-based activities where the girls will learn to think like an engineer in a hands-on environment.
While the girls are actively engaged in the SWEET, their adult influencers are given the opportunity to attend a parallel program, called the SWEET Parent and Educators Program (PEP). This is an educational program for Parents and Educators that will help sustain the girls’ STEM interests long after the activity day is over. [Participant Info / Tickets]
Volunteers may sign up to help out on just the day of the event, or get more involved as a planning committee member (see below).
- As a day of volunteer, you will help with leading a hands-on activity, or with logistics, making sure the event runs smoothly.
- As a planning committee member, you will work with other female engineers to help create, plan and coordinate the activities.
Please contact:
- sweet.swesandiego@gmail.com for general questions about SWEET.
- Liz Wong at president.swesandiego@gmail.com if you have any questions about volunteering.
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SWEET: Day-of-Event Call for Volunteers
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We need over 75 day-of volunteers to make this signature STEM outreach program a success! Please consider signing up for one or more shifts. Thank you in advance for making a difference as a role model and helping to inspire girls in engineering and technology!
Dates: Saturday, April 28th, 2018
Location: University of San Diego (USD)
Time: Varies. See VolunteerLocal for available shifts and to sign-up:
Dates: Saturday, April 28th, 2018
Location: University of San Diego (USD)
Time: Varies. See VolunteerLocal for available shifts and to sign-up:
Volunteer Positions Descriptions:
LOGISTICS:
- (10:00am-12:00pm) Set Up Shift: Assist with getting things from parking lot to event rooms. Carrying boxes may be required. Set up pop up canopies and tables for registration.
- (11:30am-1:00pm) Registration: Welcome SWEET participants (students and parent/educator attendees) and volunteers. Check in our volunteers so they know what their assignment is and where to go. Assist with participant registration to ensure attendees move through lines smoothly. Help guide and provide directions to students and parents/educators.
- (4:00pm-5:30pm) Tear Down, Cleanup: Clean up of SWEET all-day program. Break down canopys and folding tables. Pack leftover materials and help move boxes to parking lot.
HIGH SCHOOL OR MIDDLE SCHOOL GIRLS ROLE MODELS:
- (10:30am-5:00pm) Activity Leader: Volunteers for this shift should contact Jackie Tran at outreach.swesandiego@gmail.com, and preferably join the SWEET planning committee. As an activity leader, your role is to develop and lead a hands-on design project for girls to learn engineering concepts. You will also introduce an inventor or engineering pioneer that ties to the discipline or application for the activity. You will have several helpers in the room, plus other group leader volunteers, for each of the student group rotations. There will be an afternoon snack provided, or you may opt to bring your own.
- (11:00am-5:00pm) Activity Helpers: Work in the activity room with the girls to guide them through the hands-on activity. Work with the Activity Leader to guide them through the design process, and answer questions.
- (11:45am-5:00pm) Group Leader: Volunteers for this shift should be comfortable talking with students in small groups. Manage a group of 8-10 girls during the event. Talk with them about your experience as an engineer and what you love about your job (or your major) and why you got interested in engineering. Maintain accountability for the students in your group (trips to the bathroom, safety/first aid).
PARENT AND EDUCATOR PROGRAM (PEP)
- (12:30pm-5:00pm) PEP Activity Helper: Work with a PEP Lead to help parents during the hands-on activity, distribute and collect assessment surveys, and any other general room help. May also assist the panelists and speaker, as needed.
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SWEET Planning Committee
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Consider lending a hand to plan SWE-SD's annual signature outreach event in April and make it a success! The planning committee will have biweekly meetings and our next meeting is Tuesday, February 20th.
Start submitting ideas (Google Doc here) for the theme and activities for discussion during our next meeting.
Date: Every other Tuesday @ 2/20, 3/6, 3/20, 4/3, 4/17
Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Location: North University Community Branch Library (in Community Room)
8820 Judicial Dr, San Diego, CA 92122
(right across from the entrance to Illumina)
Volunteers Needed: 3 co-chairs: MS, HS, PEP & 15-20 volunteers for planning committee
Point of Contact: Jackie Tran (outreach.swesandiego@gmail.com)
Start submitting ideas (Google Doc here) for the theme and activities for discussion during our next meeting.
Date: Every other Tuesday @ 2/20, 3/6, 3/20, 4/3, 4/17
Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Location: North University Community Branch Library (in Community Room)
8820 Judicial Dr, San Diego, CA 92122
(right across from the entrance to Illumina)
Volunteers Needed: 3 co-chairs: MS, HS, PEP & 15-20 volunteers for planning committee
Point of Contact: Jackie Tran (outreach.swesandiego@gmail.com)
High School Speakers Program
The High School Speakers Program provides speaking opportunities for women engineering professionals promote STEM careers to high school students in San Diego County. Presentation content includes general engineering information, as well as the presenter's path to engineering and day-to-day activities. This is a great way to practice presentation skills while promoting STEM!
Presentations are scheduled with the schools approximately once a month, volunteers may present one time or multiple times. Template and 1:1 training is coordinated by the program lead and volunteer presenters, partner presentations encouraged.
Dates: Stay Tuned for 2018 program info
Times: Vary, depending on date.
Location: Rancho Bernardo High School or Ramona High School
*Note*: this program is on ongoing, please contact: outreach.swesandiego@gmail.com, at any time for interest in volunteering or in getting a school on the list.
Presentations are scheduled with the schools approximately once a month, volunteers may present one time or multiple times. Template and 1:1 training is coordinated by the program lead and volunteer presenters, partner presentations encouraged.
Dates: Stay Tuned for 2018 program info
Times: Vary, depending on date.
Location: Rancho Bernardo High School or Ramona High School
*Note*: this program is on ongoing, please contact: outreach.swesandiego@gmail.com, at any time for interest in volunteering or in getting a school on the list.
FY18 Past Volunteer Opportunities
Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day
This year we are partnering with Raytheon to host ~50 girls for IGTE and get them excited about engineering. We are looking for volunteers to participate on a panel of engineers for a Q&A session on engineering and help with the hands-on activities.
Date: Monday, February 19th, 2018 (President's Day)
Time: 9:00am - 1:00 pm
Location: Raytheon in Kearny Mesa
Volunteers Needed: 5-6 volunteers
Point of Contact: Joan Fisher (outreach.swesandiego@gmail.com)
Date: Monday, February 19th, 2018 (President's Day)
Time: 9:00am - 1:00 pm
Location: Raytheon in Kearny Mesa
Volunteers Needed: 5-6 volunteers
Point of Contact: Joan Fisher (outreach.swesandiego@gmail.com)
San Diego Festival of Science and Engineering - EXPO Day
Date: Saturday, March 3rd, 2018 - 10:00am-5:00pm [More Info > Community Outreach page]
San Diego Science Fair: SWE Judges
Every year, SWE-SD helps with judging at the Greater San Diego High School Science and Engineering Fair held at the Balboa Park Activity Center. Volunteers interact with students from 7th through 12th grades, and assist with judging their projects.
Volunteers spend 2-3 hours during lunchtime talking to the students about their projects and ultimately select SWE-SD award winners.
Date: Wednesday, March 14, 2018
Time: 11:30am - 2:30pm
Location: Balboa Park Activity Center
Volunteers Needed: 6-8 volunteers
Point of Contact: Laura Meldrum (outreach.swesandiego@gmail.com)
Volunteers spend 2-3 hours during lunchtime talking to the students about their projects and ultimately select SWE-SD award winners.
Date: Wednesday, March 14, 2018
Time: 11:30am - 2:30pm
Location: Balboa Park Activity Center
Volunteers Needed: 6-8 volunteers
Point of Contact: Laura Meldrum (outreach.swesandiego@gmail.com)
E-Week Outreach at Rosa Parks Elementary
SWE-SD is sponsoring an outreach event at an elementary school in City Heights. Volunteers will lead 5th graders through hands-on life and physical science experiments.
Date: Tue March 20th, 2018 | Sessions: 8:00am - 8:45am, 8:45am - 9:30am, 9:30am - 10:25am
Thu March 22nd, 2018 | Sessions: 8:30am - 9:20am, 9:30am - 10:25am
Location: Rosa Parks Elementary in City Heights
Volunteers Needed: 6 volunteers per day (volunteer for session or all morning)
Point of Contact: Jackie Tran (outreach.swesandiego@gmail.com)
Date: Tue March 20th, 2018 | Sessions: 8:00am - 8:45am, 8:45am - 9:30am, 9:30am - 10:25am
Thu March 22nd, 2018 | Sessions: 8:30am - 9:20am, 9:30am - 10:25am
Location: Rosa Parks Elementary in City Heights
Volunteers Needed: 6 volunteers per day (volunteer for session or all morning)
Point of Contact: Jackie Tran (outreach.swesandiego@gmail.com)
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