STEM Decoded Mentoring Program
Our systems-based approach provides support for students by strengthening developmental assets through one-on-one mentoring, STEM learning and exposure to college and corporate community. Collaborations and partnerships with institutions of higher education, the school system, youth development resources and the court system provides a dynamic opportunity for growth and development.
Meet one of our stem mentors
3 Pillars
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Teach
Equip
The STEM aspect of the STEM program near me equips students with computer literacy, coding fundamentals, robotics, forensic science and much more…
Unite
STEM program near me professionals and mentors expose students to college, STEM fields, and are role models for upward mobility
Our Why
Students in kindergarten this year will graduate in 2033. It is our responsibility to ensure that our children are prepared to lead our country in the 21st Century and compete in the global marketplace. According to a report by the Center on Education and the Workforce, there will be eight million jobs available in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) related fields by 2022.
However, there are indications that a vast majority of the next generation of employees in America will be unprepared and unqualified to take advantage of these positions. This goes contrary to fact that there is a strong desire in this country for all students to perform to their maximum potentials. To reverse this trend, we need to provide our children with a strong academic education that includes a solid foundation in STEM, and guides them to pursue careers in STEM-related fields. STEAM is gaining traction as a movement in government and research circles as well.
How it Works
Afterschool STEM Program near me for 5th Grade Students at Cora Kelly School for Math, Science and Technology STEM School and Jefferson-Houston PreK-8 IB School
Program Activity
Activity
Details
Mentoring
Mentoring
- Structured meeting format
- Focus on Developmental Assets
- Role Model
- Exposure to college preparation
Technical Skill Development
Technical Skill Development
- Coding
- Robotics
- STEM Exploration
Soft Skill Development
Soft Skill Development
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Creativity and innovation
- Critical thinking and Problem Solving
Career Awareness
Career Awareness
- Field Trips
- Capstone Project
- Guest Speakers
Testimonials
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Mentor Jenny
Mentor Robert
Mentor Leeanna
Program Logistics
Decoded Mentoring program
Logistics
School Location
- Cora Kelly School for Math, Science and Technology
- Jefferson-Houston PreK-8 IB School
When: After-school
- Tuesdays and Thursdays
- 3:00pm-4:00pm (STEM class)
- 4:00pm-5:00pm (Mentoring)
Field Tips
- Quarterly
- Saturdays (10:00am-3:00pm)
How
- Classroom, field trips and on-site mentoring (Currently Virtual)
Timeline
- Mentor recruitment and training (July-Augest)
- Mentor/mentee matching (September)
- Program Begins (October)
- Program Concludes (June 2022)
Our Partners
Parntner Agency
Role
City of Alexandria (including the CSU)
- Program oversight
- Communication with grant maker
- Mentor training support
- Developmental Asset Training
Alexandria City Public Schools
- Student recruitment
- Supervision
- Snacks
- Parent Communication
George Mason University
- Mentor recruitment
- Mentor support
Virginia tech College Access Collaborative
Career Awareness
- Think-A-Bit Lab
- STEM supplies
- STEM Capstone project
- Graduation support
Our Partners
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City of Alexandria (including the CSU)
- Program oversight
- Communication with grant maker
- Mentor training support
- Developmental Asset Training
Alexandria City Public Schools
- Student recruitment
- Supervision
- Snacks
- Parent Communication
George Mason University
- Mentor recruitment
- Mentor support
Virginia Tech College Access Collaborative
- Think-A-Bit Lab
- STEM supplies
- STEM Capstone project
- Graduation support
STEM Gallery
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