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Mentoring and STEAM Programs
Nat iona l Coa l i t ion of 100 B lack Women, Inc .
P R E S E N T S
Mentoring& STEAM Programs
D E V E L O P E D B Y T H E
N a t i o n a l C o a l i t i o n o f 1 0 0 B l a c k W o m e n , I n c .N a t i o n a l E d u c a t i o n C o m m i t t e e
P R E S E N T E D B Y
Minnie Miller, Chair, Metropolitan Atlanta Chapter
Rhonda Williams, Co-chair, South Palm Beach Chapter
2019-2020 Education Committee Members
Quanda Baker, Richmond Metropolitan Area ChapterRuthie Hereford, Chattanooga Chapter
Dr. Brenda Johnson Moore, Southwest Mississippi ChapterSabrina Nelson-Winters, Anne Arundel
ChapterDanielle Nichols, MECCA Chapter
Katrina Thompson, Memphis Chapter
National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc.1718 Peachtree Street, NW Suite 970
Atlanta, GA 30309(404) 390-3982
BEFORE WE
GET STARTED
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G e t t i n g F a m i l i a r w i t h
Z o o m
U s i n g t h e C h a t F u n c t i o n
G i v i n g F e e d b a c k
& P o l l s
I n t e r a c t & PA R T I C I PAT E !
Before We Get Started…
Virginia W. Harris, MPA, CIA, CGFM
National President, National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc.
Seretha S. Tinsley
National 1st Vice President, National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc.
WELCOME &
INTRODUCTIONS
Minnie Miller
Minnie Miller is the immediate past president of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc., Metropolitan Atlanta Chapter. She was elected as a member of NCBW Board of Directors at the Biennial Conference held on 2019. Currently, she is completing her third year as Chair of the National Education Committee. She is also the Chair of the Leadership Development Committee and a member of the Lead Academy Committee.
Mrs. Miller’s other community involvement includes President of the Fortitude Educational and Cultural Development Center, Inc., a Golden Life Member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., East Point/ College Park Alumnae Chapter, where she is a member of the Lead Academy Committee and a member of Ben Hill United Methodist Church.
Mrs. Miller is a retired administrator of the Fulton County Schools System, Atlanta, Georgia where she continues to serve as Interim Principal at the elementary, middle and high school levels.
OUR PRESENTER
Chair, Nat iona l Educat ion Committee
Tonight ’s Agenda
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M e n t o r i n g & S T E A M P r o g r a m
O v e r v i e w
I m p o r t a n c e & P u r p o s e o f M e n t o r i n g
C u r r i c u l u m To p i c s & P r e p a r a t i o n
S T E A M P u r p o s e & I n i t i a t i v e s
IN THIS TRAINING PRESENTATION, WE’LL COVER:
PART I:NATIONAL APPROVED
EDUCATION IN IT IAT IVES
Mentor ing & STEAMOverview
Mentoring Initiatives will consist of scholastic competency, grades, educational expectations, attitudes toward risk, parental trust, truancy and presence of a special adult.
Mentoring Initiatives will highlight improvement in three areas: educational-related success, avoidance of risky behaviors and socio-emotional skills.
STEAM Initiative is an approach to teaching and learning that integrates the content and skills of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics to students in urban communities.
Sug gest ions for Mainta in ing Mentor ing & STEAM Programs
During COVID-19 Social Distancing
Small Virtual Group Sessions using Zoom Meeting App, House Party, or Facebook Live
Large Virtual Group Sessions using Instagram Live or Microsoft Teams
Contact your school Leadership Team to inquire how you can assist with virtual learning
PART II:MENTORING
SECTION 1:
PURPOSE & ORGANIZING
Through mentoring, we will have the
opportunity to educate and mentor the next
generation of leaders in areas that will
supplement and enhance education
programs.
Our mentoring programs provide opportunities for interaction with
positive role models.
Why Mentor ing?
Our mentoring programs will teach the
next generation of leaders the significance of giving back in order to impact the lives of
others.
Appoint your leadership and recruit members for the committee.
Steps for Organ iz ing Your Mentor ing Program
Select your population within the community.
Partner with schools, churches or other non-profit organizations.
Develop curriculum, activities and events.
Establish program goals, objectives and action plans.
Recruit program participants.
Recommend group mentoring for chapters versus one-on-one mentoring.
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SECTION 2:
CURRICULUM TOPICS
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Curr icu lum Topics for Mentor ing ProgramsIncluded Areas:
Education-Related Success
Understanding Risky Behaviors
Social Emotional Skills
Core Curriculum Support
(Tutorials and Study Skills)
PSAT, ACT, SAT Preparation and
Review of Results
How to apply for Scholarships and
Financial Aid
Essay Writing/ Resume
Development/ Letter Writing
Educat ional -Related Success
Colleges / Universities
Tours and Field Trips
Effective use of Time Management
Tools
Job Shadowing Leadership Training Skills
ACADEMIC PREPARATION
● Workshops, Speakers, Seminars addressing the following topics:
Effective Communication Skills Public Speaking /
Development of Speeches / Expanding Vocabulary, etc.
Partner with local banks to
discuss the following:
HOW TO OPEN A SAVINGS ACCOUNT THE IMPORTANCE OF INVESTING AND MONEY MANAGEMENT
UNDERSTANDING BUDGETING AND BANKING
Educat iona l -Re lated SuccessFinancial Literacy
Host Workshops / Seminars and invite presenters to addressing the following topics:
Understand ing R isky Behav iors
Human Trafficking
Appropriate Dress / Attire / Make-Up
The importance of Physical Activity
Personal Development
Domestic Violence / Teen Dating Violence
Positive Relationships
Unhealthy Dietary Behaviors
Understanding Risky Behaviors
Social Media - Dos and Don’ts
Social Media Entrapment
Proper Email Etiquette
Cyber Bullying
Technology Etiquette
Socia l Emotional Sk i l l s
POSITIVE SELF-IDENTITY
● Understanding Strengths and Limitations
● How to interact with others
● Establishing and maintaining relationships.
Host Workshops/Seminars and invite Speakers to address the fol lowing topics:
● Strong sense of Self, Personality
SELF AWARENESS
SOCIAL AWARENESS
RELATIONSHIP SKILLS/TEAM BUILDING
Personal Responsibility
Being careful and reliable in actions
Decision Making
Problem Solving
Self Concept and Self Esteem
Attitude of confidence and positive thinking
Goal Directed Behavior
Socia l Emotional Sk i l l s
●Host Wor ks h ops / S e mi n a rs a n d i nv i te S p e a ke rs to a d d re s s t h e fo l l owi n g top i c s :
POLL #1:MENTORING
PART III:STEAM
SECTION 1:
DEVELOPMENT & PURPOSE
Teaching and learning that integrates the content and skills of STEAM.
Sc ience , Technology, Eng ineer ing , Ar ts , & Mathemat ics
Developing the STEAM Initiative
Can be a stand-alone program at the elementary, middle or high school level. (Partner with organizations in your community)
Can incorporate STEAM activities within your Mentoring Program.
Science, Technology, Engineer ing , Arts , & Mathematics
Why STEAM?● An opportunity to bring awareness and prepare our girls for STEAM careers.
● African American females are underrepresented in
STEAM Careers.
● Increase enrollment in STEAM classes/courses at the elementary / middle / high school levels for our girls.
SECTION 2:
STEAM INITIATIVES
STEAM Initiatives
Schedule field trips to Science Museums, Aerospace companies, Aquariums, Planetariums
Partner with local schools to host STEAM Fairs
Host Workshops & Seminars focusing on STEAM
Provide tutoring / academic support for STEAM courses
Encourage enrollment in advance placement courses in STEAM
Invite speakers in the STEAM profession
Schedule visits to Apple Stores for coding and/or invite trainer
Sponsor a career day at schools, highlighting local engineers and scientists
STEAM Initiatives
(cont ’d)
Host Art Competition programs in local schools
Invite professors from technological colleges / universities with Robotics
Participate in Drone Competition(s)
Schedule field trips to Cultural / Performing Arts and Museums
Participate in plays, productions and performances
Offer Job Shadowing for each of the STEAM professions
Showcase mentees projects at chapter meetings and events
POLL #2:STEAM
CONCLUSION:
BRINGING IT ALL TOGETHER
Summary
● Mentoring programs provide the next generation with supplemental education and opportunities to interact with role models
● Mentoring initiatives should include scholastic competency, grades, and educational expectations, but should also address risky behaviors and socio-emotional skills
MENTORING STEAM
● STEAM-focused activities can be integrated within your mentoring program
● STEAM initiatives bring awareness and prepare our girls for careers in traditionally under-represented areas.
● STEAM initiatives should provide a mix of tutoring, interactive sessions and field trips, as well as participation in competitions and performances.
Q & A
THANK YOU FOR JOINING
Mentoring & STEAM Programs