STEM Education in Tucson

May 7th, 2013

From the Mayor’s newsletter.

With representatives of the Girl Scouts at the UA's announcement of its STEM Education Center

With representatives of the Girl Scouts at the UA’s announcement of its STEM Education Center

Together with representatives from industry, the community and academia, I spoke at the launch of the University of Arizona’s STEM Learning Center last month. STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.

The Center will focus on teacher training and support, research and evaluation, pre-K to college STEM curricula and community partnerships.

STEM education is important for several reasons. STEM careers tend to pay higher wages. STEM innovations improve our quality of life. And while we don’t need (or want) everyone to choose a STEM career, we do want everyone to be scientifically literate. We need an informed electorate to make decisions on such critical issues as climate change—without being swayed by uninformed opinion.

In March, I called a STEM meeting of my own, bringing together folks from the University and the community to discuss needs and resources. The meeting was hosted by the Girl Scouts of Southern Arizona, who have worked on getting girls interested in STEM subjects for some time now. That group will continue to meet, with University faculty taking the lead.

 

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Troop 306: A Journey to Remember

May 6th, 2013

What ideas have your girls come up with to make the world a better place? Sound off in the comments!

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Skills For Successful Employment

May 3rd, 2013

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Beauty and the Beast Fundraiser

May 2nd, 2013

 

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The Spotlight Youth Production main show this year is Disney’s Beauty and the Beast Jr. We will be performing the show June 7, 8, 14, and 15. All performances will take place at the John J. Pedicone Jr. Performing Arts Center located at Flowing Wells High School.

There are two things on the table:

1.  Fundraiser:  Any non-profit group who is in need of a fundraiser can sell general admission tickets at $10/each for a 50/50 profit.  Please let me know if this would be a benefit for any of the troops.

2.  Tickets:  I would like to offer a 50% discount on general admission tickets for your troops and their families to any of our four shows this season.

Attached you will find two flyers promoting our show.  Please feel free to pass this information along.  Ticket sales for the general public will begin on Friday, May 10th.  At that time anyone interested in reserved seats will be able to purchase them online.

Currently we have Cast Members attending the following schools:  Immaculate Heart, Wilson K-8, Tortolita, Coronado, Richardson, Basis, Legacy, Casas Christian, Ironwood Elementary, Copper Creek, Flowing Wells Jr. High, Quail Run, and Painted Sky.

Please feel free to pass along my contact information to anyone interested in our show or the fundraiser opportunity.  I certainly appreciate your help!!

Thank you,

Jen Holthaus

Spotlight Youth Productions, LLC

(520) 360-9812

stepsdanceco@aol.com

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GS Cookies serving the community

May 1st, 2013

We received this letter today:

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Save the Date for Lead the Way – Your Girl Scout 411!

April 30th, 2013

Save the date and stay connected this summer!

10 reason to attend Lead the Way – Your Girl Scout 411! 

  1. Gather with Friends
  2. Learn about National Program
  3. Connect with Staff
  4. Meet new volunteers in your area
  5. Become aware of current issues related to girls
  6. Investiture Ceremony for new members
  7. New and relatable activities for girls
  8. Timeless tradition of sisterhood
  9. Networking with other volunteers
  10. Get your GS 411!

Upcoming Dates:

July 2, 2013
Pima – Central
Girl Scout Resource Center, Tucson
6-8pm

July 6, 2013
Yuma
Goldsmith Building
10-12pm

July 9, 2013
Cochise County
Overlook Dr
6-8pm

July 16, 2013
Pinal County
Fire Station, Casa Grande
6-8pm

July 23, 2013
Santa Cruz County
Girl Scout Resource Center – Nogales
6-8pm

July 30, 2013
Pima – North
Marana Health Center
6-8pm

Questions? Contact Ellen Pott

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A Night In Venice

April 29th, 2013

Join troop #645 for “A Night in Venice” fundraising dinner. All proceeds will go directly to the troops travel budget. Thank you for your support!

Troop #645 Fundraiser

Please join us for

“A Night InVenice”

Dinner, Silent Auction and Presentations by Girls

May 11, 20136pm

Christ Presbyterian Church

Fellowship Hall

6565 E Broadway Blvd

Tucson, AZ  85710

Tickets $10 each

Proceeds to benefit Troop 645’s many activities and travel J

We are accepting donations of services and / or products for the Silent Auction

For more information please contact Mary or Pilar at 358-2853

Pilara1@attg.net

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April 26th, 2013

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Girl Scout Troop 172: Lighting up pets for safety

April 22nd, 2013

Contact: Melissa Minerich, co-leader
Girls Scout Troop 172
(520) 977-6808
melissaminerich@gmail.com

 

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Troop 172, made up of 11 yr. old girls from Sam Hughes and Basis Tucson schools are helping protect pets from getting hit by cars and getting lost. They will be handing out flashing lights to pet owners at Cyclovia on April 28, 2013. They chose this community project as part of Troop 172’s Bronze Award Project. The girl’s love of animals and wanting to protect them led them to organize this community outreach project.

The Troop worked together to implement their project by organizing committees to do marketing, design, research, distribution and media. The Troop of ten girls developed a marketing piece to hand out with the lights to educate pet owners on the importance of keeping their pets visible at night so they don’t get hit by cars or lost during walks. They wanted to use $200 they raised through their cookie sales to purchase the lights but instead, the lights were donated by a local promotional company, Williams & Associates.

As volunteers at Cyclovia, the girls will be directing Cyclovia event participants to venues and handing out their lights. Look for them along the Cyclovia route.

For more information about Junior Girl Scout Troop 172 Bronze Award community project, contact Melissa Minerich at mminerich@pagnet.org

 

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Get involved with Imagine STEM! And Work With Girls in Douglas, AZ

April 19th, 2013

WHAT: Imagine STEM! Conference and Celebration Dinner

WHO: Adult volunteers and community partners needed!

WHEN: May 28-30; 8:00-5:00 pm | Closing Celebration Dinner, May 30, 5:00-7:00 pm

WHERE: Douglas High School | 1500 E. 15th Street | Douglas, AZ

The Girl Scouts of Southern Arizona (GSSoAZ) are empowering girls to pursue a future in STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) at “Imagine STEM!” in Douglas, AZ sponsored by APS. GSSoAZ is seeking adult volunteers and potential community partners to help facilitate this event on Tuesday through Thursday, May 28-30, 2013. Girls ages 8-13 will be present for the three day conference at Douglas High School to explore the exciting world of STEM through fun, hands-on projects.

“Our goal is to inspire and encourage as many girls as possible to pursue a future in STEM studies,” said Debbie Rich, CEO of Girl Scouts of Southern Arizona. “Currently females only represent 24 percent of the STEM workforce, a small percentage that we hope to increase in the future,” said Rich.

During the conference, GSSOAZ hopes that girls will have the opportunity to spend the day working with professionals in their field. Professionals in careers such as education, engineering and science are encouraged to volunteer at Imagine STEM. “This conference can open the door for many new opportunities for my daughter and her fellow Girl Scout troop members,” said Treshia Middleton, Girl Scout Junior Troop 902 leader. “I’m sure they will leave the conference with new interests and dreams for their future,” said Middleton.

Parents will also have a chance to participate in

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the conference. There will be a family night celebration dinner where parents will learn how to support their daughters as they pursue an education in STEM. Participation is free and will include lunch and snacks. For more information or to volunteer with Imagine STEM, contact Liz Baker at 520.319.3169 or lbaker@girlscoutssoaz.org

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The Girl Scouts of Southern Arizona Girl Scouts is the world’s preeminent leadership development organization dedicated to helping build girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. GSSoAz serves over 14,000 girls in Southern Arizona and includes over 3,000 adult volunteers. Our goals are to provide a wide range of contemporary programs that reflect the unique needs and interests of all girls living in Southern Arizona, to empower girls to reach their full potential, and to give girls a voice in their community and in their own lives. For more information, please contact Veronica Ohl at (520) 319-3152.

 

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