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

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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

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Mentoring & STEAM Programs