Computer Science Monthly Update
September 15, 2024
Computer Science Pathways
NCWIT Aspirations in Computing Award
The NCWIT Aspirations in Computing (AiC) High School Award honors 9th - 12th grade women, genderqueer, and non-binary students for their computing-related achievements and interests, and encourages them to pursue their passions. Award recipients are selected based on their aptitude and aspirations in technology and computing, as demonstrated by their computing experience, computing-related activities, leadership experience, tenacity in the face of barriers to access, and future plans. Since 2007, more than 25,000 students have received an AiC Award.
The multi-tiered award structure includes Winner, Honorable Mention, and Rising Star designations at National and Regional Affiliate levels, serving all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, all U.S. overseas military bases, and Canada. Regional Affiliate Award programs are hosted in 79 locations nationwide by NCWIT Alliance member organizations—a powerful, national network of universities, companies, non-profits, and government organizations working to increase the influence and meaningful participation of girls and women from every community.
The NCWIT AiC High School Award is sponsored by Apple, Bank of America, Jane Street, and Microsoft.
Applications are now OPEN through October 29, 2024!
Click here to apply
Intro to CS, Intro to CAD & Website Design Student Work Showcase
Congressional App Challenge
Students looking to participate in the Congressional App Challenge can use any programming tool to create an application.
Ms. Marcotte recommends the following for beginners:
Submissions are due October 24, 2024
For more information go here
Every year we challenge students in our districts to create and submit their original apps for a chance to win the Congressional App Challenge (CAC). Each challenge is district-specific. As U.S. Representatives we publicly recognize our winning teams and each winning app may be put on display in the U.S. Capitol Building for one year. Additional prizes may be available. The Congressional Internet Caucus initiates the annual CAC. We have appointed the non-profit Internet Education Foundation to provide the CAC with supplemental staffing and support.
The Congressional App Challenge’s mission is to inspire, include, and innovate efforts around STEM, coding, and computer science education.
Yearbook Photos - Fall
Our yearbook staff is looking for photo submissions for spring sports. We are especially in need of Spring 2024 & Fall Sports Photos and club photos. If you have photos from last springs Prom you would like to include we would love those as well. We are looking to make sure all students are represented in this years book and your submissions help us to do this
Please use the link below to submit directly to our yearbook software for consideration of your photos.
https://photos.jostens.com/Z69G8T
These can be submitted through October 30, 2024
Class of 2025 - Senior Photos
Summer can be a great time to get those senior photos done. In September Seniors will get a Google form to complete where they can upload their formal photo, a baby photo, and a casual photo. The deadline for these submissions is December 15, 2024
Additionally, seniors want to be thinking about what they would like for a Senior Quote.
Other things to consider when taking photos are as follows:
Yearbook Senior Photos
All senior portraits shall be of the student only with a traditional indoor or outdoor
background. No props, instruments, pets, athletic equipment, hobby items, or vehicles
shall be allowed in the photographs. Clothing shall be modest and free of slogans and/or
political expressions and such clothing shall be in conformance with the School District’s
dress code. Photographs of seniors engaged in non-School District sponsored sporting
events (only Olympic or NHIAA sanctioned events qualify) may be submitted for
inclusion on the community sports page.
ADVERTISEMENTS:
The Mascoma Valley Regional High School yearbook and other school yearbooks are not a
public forum. Accordingly, any advertisements must be free of political expression and
reflect the common values of the MVRHS. Advertisements shall not
promote the use of tobacco, alcohol, drugs or the use of other items prohibited from use
on school grounds.
SENIOR MESSAGES :
All senior messages shall be free of personal attacks, abusive language, racial
epithets, vulgar comments, sexual innuendo, and all other speech that is inconsistent with
the shared community values of the Mascoma Valley Regional School District.
Seniors must submit via the Google Form which has been emailed to them.
2025 Yearbook On Sale Now
On Sale for $65 through October.
- You can break up payments into 3 installments
- Online sales open July 1st - Students can order onsite in RM E5 with Ms. Marcotte through June 10th - See PDF order form below
Senior Parent Recognition Ads are also on Sale for the class of 2025 **There is limited space in the book - ads are first come and space availability dependent **Ads open July 1st
Business Ads are on Sale **There is limited space in the book - ads are first come and space availability dependent **ads open July 1st
Computer Science Career Chats
Details coming soon!
Assignment Calendar for Current Semester Courses
Be on the lookout for Guardian notification invites from Google Classroom. The calendars below are updated daily.
ELO Options Related to CS & Technology Education
BAE Systems WiT (Women in Technology)
Women in Technology (WiT) is a collaborative effort between local area high schools and BAE Systems’ Electronic Systems sector. WiT gives female high school students with an aptitude in math and science a practical, hands-on opportunity to explore careers in various technical disciplines. It also provides mentorship to the students to encourage and support them in their pursuit of a technical career. After completing the program, seniors who have been accepted to college with a declared major in STEM are encouraged to apply for a summer internship opportunity at BAE Systems.
Students are exposed to several aspects of engineering by participating in various technical curriculum such as:
- Software Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Microwave Engineering
- Signal Processing
- Failure Analysis
- Optical Engineering
- Manufacturing Engineering
Other rotations include building skills in communication and presentation giving, as well as providing opportunities for students to attend networking events with engineers at BAE Systems to encourage insight into the industry.
This program typically runs in the spring semester of each year. For more information about BAE Systems WiT program go here
BAE Systems Engineering Career Day
Throughout the academic year, BAE Systems hosts Engineering Career Day opportunities.
The Engineering Career Day program introduces New England high school students to various disciplines of engineering.
In this one-day program, students:
- Receive information on what it means to be a design or operations engineer.
- Tour one or more BAE Systems factories or labs.
- Learn about the products BAE Systems makes.
- Enjoy a complimentary lunch with the opportunity to speak with current engineers and directors.
- Partake in hands-on activities and engineering challenges.
To find out about their next offering go here
Scholarships for Computer Science & STEM students
Amazon Future Engineering Scholarship
Opening this fall - https://www.amazonfutureengineer.com/scholarships
Requirements:
☑️ Be a high school senior in the U.S. who is currently enrolled in or who has completed a high school or college dual degree course where computer science or engineering is the subject. Students who have not taken this course can opt-in to take an assessment offered by Amazon.
☑️ Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Example: Employment Authorization Document holder, Permanent Resident, or U.S. Citizen.
☑️ Must demonstrate financial need.
☑️ Be planning to attain a bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or other computer science related field of study from an accredited 4-year college or from a 2-year college with the intent to transfer to a 4-year college.
☑️ Have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.3 on a 4.0 scale (or its equivalent).
Women Transportation Society NH Scholarship
Eligibility of the WTS-NH Undergraduate scholarship includes:
Students currently enrolled in a NH High School or college; and students who graduated from a NH High School in the past year.
Students studying science, technology, engineering, math or other sustainability related majors.
Students considering a career in a transportation- or sustainability-related field.
Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred, a minimum GPA of 2.5 is required.
Click here for more information to apply