Join us for a series of free workshops for girls to learn more about STEM!
Powered by CompTIA Spark, TechGirlz inspires middle school girls to explore the possibilities of technology — giving them new skills, empowering them to solve real-world challenges, and opening their minds to new opportunities. Our supporting partner, GIRL STEMPOWERMENT, helps more girls access fun, free workshops, making a meaningful contribution to closing the gender gap.
These free workshops are open to middle school girls in our community ages 10 - 13. Registration is required.
Where:
All workshops will be held at the Christian Street YMCA.
How to register:
Find your preferred date(s) below. Click on the registration button, login or create a free account, and follow the prompts to register.
Workshop Schedule:
Artificial Intelligence: How Computers Learn
In this workshop, students will learn about how machine learning techniques such as artificial neural networks learn from data to answer real world questions. Recognize your friends in pictures? The answer is Artificial Intelligence (AI), or also known as Machine Learning!
Time:
10 AM - 12 PM
Students will use the Scratch editor to create and play a video game using block programming. They will learn about different types of coding syntax, such as loops and conditionals. At the end of the workshop, students will have the tools and knowledge necessary to create a video game from scratch, or customize an existing game by adding additional features and/or levels.
Time:
10 AM - 12 PM
Cybersecurity Basics: How to Manage Cybersecurity Risks
Students will learn about cybersecurity and how to identify the most common types of cyber attacks. They will learn how to keep their information safe from scammers by identifying phishing emails and creating strong passwords. Discussion of what organizations can do to protect themselves from attackers trying to steal their data is included in the in-person workshop.
Time:
10 AM - 12 PM
Picture Perfect Marketing: Edit Photos like a Pro
Students will learn how to edit and create images and photos in PIXLR, a free photo editing software. They will take on the role of a “freelance” graphic designer who has been “hired” by clients to utilize their photo editing skills to create marketing ads. They will learn how to add, edit and touch-up images.
Time:
10 AM - 12 PM