FREE STEM SATURDAY April 6th The Power of Wind thanks Dr. McCullough for sharing!

 

April 13 Collaborative for Children from efamily member Melanie Johnson

 

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Collaborative for Children Pioneers Collab Kid U

Inaugural Full STEAM Ahead Event Aims to Inspire Young Minds.

HOUSTON – Feb. 12, 2024

Collaborative for Children  is excited to announce Collab Kid U, Houston's newest and most

exciting event designed to inspire very young learners, ages 3 through 6 years, to foster a love

for STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics).

Set to debut at the campus of Houston's pioneer in STEAM innovation, Rice University, on April

13, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Collab Kid U invites children aged 3 to 6 and their families to

embark on a transformative journey of exploration and discovery. At Rice University's Tudor

Fieldhouse, this inaugural event promises to be an unforgettable experience for all attendees.

Collab Kid U offers an "intelligent fun" and immersive Full STEAM Ahead experience, where

children will engage in captivating STEAM activities including coding challenges and climate

solutions to life sciences and interactive robotics; young participants will unleash their creativity

and curiosity through hands-on learning.

Children will be excited to earn stickers and buttons as they conquer challenges to prepare

Houston's future leaders through STEAM activities. Following their adventure, participants will

commemorate their achievements with a graduation photograph and a Collab Kid U diploma to

symbolize their Full STEAM Ahead accomplishment.

"We are thrilled to introduce Collab Kid U and provide young learners with an opportunity to

explore the wonders of STEAM education," said Dr. Melanie Johnson, President and CEO of

Collaborative for Children. "Our goal is to give little Houstonians an early start, inspire a lifelong

passion for learning, and empower children to prepare for school and become the innovators and

problem-solvers of tomorrow."

Tickets for Collab Kid U are $10 for children, with free admission for parents and guardians

accompanying their children.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit Collabforchildren.org.

About Collaborative for Children

Collaborative for Children is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of

early childhood education and care for children in Greater Houston. Through innovative

programs and community partnerships, Collaborative for Children ensures that all children have

access to high-quality early learning opportunities.

2024 Astronaut Candidate Applications-application deadline was just extended to April 16th, 2024.

 The application deadline was just extended to April 16^th, 2024.

 

https://www.nasa.gov/humans-in-space/astronauts/become-an-astronaut/

 

Additional info from PAO:

 

2024 Astronaut Candidate Applications

NASA is accepting applications for the next astronaut class from now until April 16, 2024.

To apply to become a NASA astronaut, applicants should go to: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/779261100.

• NASA is accepting applications for the next astronaut class Those selected will become NASA astronauts with the possibility of going on missions to the International Space Station and the Moon for the benefit of humanity.
• They will help develop spacecraft, support the teams currently in space, and ultimately join the ranks of only about 600 people who have had the honor of going into space.
• As part of NASA’s Artemis campaign, the agency will establish the foundation for long-term scientific exploration at the Moon, land the first woman, first person of color, and its first international partner astronaut on the lunar surface, and prepare for human expeditions to Mars.
• For applications for the next astronaut class, NASA Administrator Bill Nelson said, “Astronauts are pioneers who will help us embark on this new era of exploration, and we need more adventurers ready to join the ranks to explore the cosmos, including future missions to the Moon, on to Mars, and beyond.”
• NASA is encouraging potential applicants to consider all their applicable life and work experiences to see whether they could be good candidates for this role as a NASA professional astronaut. Multidisciplinary applicants are desired. Top competencies are needed, not just strong technical skills. NASA also hopes students will follow their dreams and passion; do their best, and if they’re interested, they may be a future astronaut.

SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE APRIL 25

 

Open House Children Come Click! Win a FREE Summer Camp session!

 

Dr. Robert Howard of NASA at the Arts Museum of Galveston - VERY INTERESTING!! Thanks Efamily member CEO HMAAC John Guess for sharing

 

https://www.facebook.com/galvestonartscenter/videos/404434915616113/?mibextid=rS40aB7S9Ucbxw6v

16th Annual Sylvester Turner Family day in the Park

 

Do You Know a Future Astronaut? Less Than Two Weeks to Apply & March 23 Links Scholarship

Those selected will take their next giant leaps as NASA astronauts. They will dare to explore our universe while uniting with our commercial and international partners and uncover unparalleled benefits for humanity from that exploration. They will help develop spacecraft, support the teams currently in space, and ultimately join the ranks of only about 600 people who have had the honor of going into space. The current requirements and additional details about the application process can be found here: https://www.nasa.gov/humans-in-space/astronauts/become-an-astronaut/

The application can be found here: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/779261100 Deadline April 23

Scholarship Deadline April 23 - Port City Links

Port City Chapter of the Links, Incorporated Academic Scholarship Application Eligibility and Requirements: Candidate must…  Be actively enrolled as a rising Junior or Senior at a HBCU and maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5.  Provide transcript(s).  Provide 3 letters of reference.  Be a permanent resident of the greater Houston Area. Scholarship Instructions  Include an essay advising Port City Chapter of the Links, Inc. why you are applying for the scholarship, describe your short term and long term goals. Tell us why you have selected your area of study and how do you plan to apply your education.  Scan and submit completed application to linkpatlaster@aol.com  Only complete applications will be considered. Please note: Information on Application is subject to verification. Port City Chapter of the Links, Incorporated Academic Scholarship Application Application deadline:__April 23, 2023________ Applicant’s name_______________________________________________ Address_________________________________________________________ City________________________ State_______________ _Zip__________ Telephone #_____________________________________________________ Email address___________________________________________________ Name of College/University__________________________ Major/Field of Study:___________________________________________ School Organizations:___________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ Community Service Involvement: ________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________

Deadline 3/31 - Scholarships for African-American high-school seniors pursuing careers in healthcare professions

Scholarships for African-American high-school seniors pursuing careers in healthcare professions: Deadline: March 31, 2024 11:59 PM EST https://www.maeandmarylegacyfoundation.org/apply https://www.maeandmarylegacyfoundation.org/2024-application

Sylvester Turner Park - 13th Annual Family Day - Volunteer or Be A Vendor

Greetings Volunteers/Vendors, The Honorable Sylvester Turner has announced that the 13th Annual Family Day at Sylvester Turner Park April 13th will be the biggest event ever, with more activities for everyone. “Family Day is a special time for fun and fellowship,” said the Honorable Sylvester Turner, “with plenty to enjoy for every one of every age. Family Day will take place from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. Saturday, April 13th, at Sylvester Turner Park, 2800 West Little York. All activities, entertainment and food are free. By popular demand, J. Paul and the Zydeco Nubreeds will return with their special brand of music. Also performing will be Aldine Carver High School drama and dance students, Tiger Rock Martial Arts, a lion dance by the Teo Chew Temple, the Luna Llena mariachi band, and more. The Youth Academy, sponsored by the Houston Astros and Major League Baseball, will hold both boys’ and girls’ games in the Astros Junior RBI league, beginning at 9 a.m. and running all day long. In addition, a pitch, hit and run competition will take place from 10 a.m. until 12 noon on Field 1 on the north end of the park. This competition is open to all kids between the ages of 7 to 14. There will be inflatable games, a rock wall and a train will also be on hand for the kids, along with face painters. In addition, Rodeo Dental and Crockett & Sons will be joining us. For those young at heart, the Senior Tent will provide a gathering spot for bingo and other games. Come hungry. We will serve up turkey legs, hot dogs, nachos, popcorn and more. Don’t worry about parking—METRO has you covered. Park in one of three locations and METRO buses will shuttle folks to and from the park. The parking locations are Carver High School, 2100 South Victory; Lone Star Community College, 4141 Victory; Living Word Fellowship Church, 7350 T.C. Jester. “I look forward to a great crowd enjoying our entertainment, baseball, games and food,” Turner said. “Let’s all come out to the park and have a good time.” To help put Houston’s best foot forward, we need volunteers to help us spread the word to your friends, family members, churches, and/or organizations to make this a fun and easygoing celebration. Assignments can include assisting as festival greeters or tending any of the many booths that make up the festival’s infrastructure. In return for your time, volunteers will be treated to world-class entertainment, free parking, great refreshments, and more. We hope to see you on April 13th! We will be sending this year’s flyer for you to share with you church, organizations, family and friends soon. Volunteer link will also be sent however you are welcome to email me directly @ Jasengatravel@swbell.net. Sincerely, Janice Weaver One Body Networking 1 in 3 Million Chosen By God onebodynetworking.org #JW13

Exhibit Connect: Ritual SpLaVCe | Christopher Blay and Dr. Robert Howard Jr. — Galveston Arts Center

Christopher Blay and Robert Howard. It's this Saturday March 23 from 1-2:30. Exhibit Connect: Ritual SpLaVCe | Christopher Blay and Dr. Robert Howard Jr. — Galveston Arts Center Christopher's exhibit runs until April 21st! Christopher Blay — Galveston Arts Center

CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER by HOUSTON PARKS DEPT Have a Booth at Sunnyside Baseball Opening Day Join us for Food, Fun, and GAIN KNOWLEDGE and even Shop!

2 DAYS REMAIN FOR Organizations, Schools, Businesses to SIGN UP! https://forms.gle/Rmr9aFaGqZ27wSDa7 Text me if any questions at 713-304-3336 Booth Vendors to date: Metropolitan Transit Authority (METRO) "Twelve Days of Christmas, Inc. 1415 South Voss Road, Suite 110-215 Houston, Texas 77057" Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc, Xi Kappa Lambda Chapter Harris County Constable Precinct 7 Dekior clothing collection The Serene Travel Experience Mommy and Me: The Listers WAKE/UP APPAREL Husky Sno Inc. HLD Hello Loc Drops Yellowstone Schools THEPOCKETUSA Wellby Financial Texas Department of Public Safety Harris county precinct 7 National Society of Black Engineers, Space City Professionals Peanut Pralines New Orleans Original The Cox Pradia Law Firm Hypothesis Haven Science Club Lard Hav Mercy Hines Media Network Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. XKL Chapter American Heart Association A-Rocket Moving and Storage NAACP Houston Branch ACT-SO/NAACP Houston Youth Council Children Come Click Education Hope Farms/Recipe For Success Foundation Port City Chapter-Links, Inc. Houston Methodist Palliative Care "Houston Health Department Sunnyside Health Center "

Cornell Pre-College Studies - Study Architecture, Fashion, and more!

[https://mcusercontent.com/b15fdcec15c7ad4d0bb2b6da0/images/37abe6b7-59db-49bb-9b59-c45536b8e763.jpg] Get a head start on college this summer [https://mcusercontent.com/b15fdcec15c7ad4d0bb2b6da0/images/d8dc1530-e42a-2edf-7d79-e6ae6f5ba751.jpg] Study online with Cornell faculty, earn college credit Explore your creative side this summer with an online course in art, fashion, or design. You'll study with Cornell faculty, earn college credit, create portfolio-worthy content, and gain a Cornell transcript. Three- and six-week courses include: * ARCH 1110 Introduction to Architecture: Design Studio * ARCH 1300 An Introduction to Architecture: Lectures * ART 1101 Art as Experience * ART 1102 Art as Experience: TransMedia * ART 1103 Art as Experience: Sculpture * ART 1104 Art as Experience: Photography * ART 1500 Summer Drawing I * ART 1503 Summer Drawing II * DEA 1100 Design Generation(s) * DEA 1112 Change-making: Designing Healthy and Hospitable Environments * FSAD 1120 Fashion Design and Visual Thinking * FSAD 1140 Fashion Computer-Aided Design * FSAD 1350 Fibers, Fabrics, and Finishes Or, choose from more than 100 three- and six-week online undergraduate Cornell courses in business and hotel management, health and humanities, international relations, psychology, science and technology, sustainability, veterinary medicine, and more! More courses will be added in the coming months. Courses are offered between June 3 and August 6, 2024. Limited financial aid is available. The deadline to apply is May 5. Don't delay: Courses fill quickly. APPLY NOW [Facebook] [Twitter] [Instagram] [Website] This message was sent from the Cornell University School of Continuing Education B20 Day Hall, Ithaca, NY 14853. Cornell University Precollege Studies | precollege@cornell.edu | 607.255.6203

Opportunity to work with students

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Work with University Classes: Project Idea Request SOC is proud to announce an initiative with over 1000 HBCU (Historically Black Colleges & Universities) and HSI (Hispanic Serving Institution) Classes in the areas of business and engineering. Additionally, SOC is working with over 2000 other classes at university's nationwide. For the Summer 2024 and Fall 2024 semesters, these business and engineering classes will work with selected companies on 4-12 week Experiential Learning Projects. Please submit a 2-3 sentence project idea here to be considered, or book a call below to learn more and receive guidance for coming up with a project idea. Book 15-min call to learn more How Does This Work? * 4-12 week project length * Meet with the class (virtually) every 1-4 weeks * Summer Semester: May-July start-dates | Fall Semester: August-October start-dates | Spring Semester: January-February start-dates * Create one project, work with multiple classes (100s of students) at a time How this works * Business Project Idea Example: Students will create a go-to-market strategy to bring [X] product into [Y] market. * Software Project Idea Example: Students will build a new front-end to our website. Why should my company participate? * Talent pipeline. Work with hundreds or thousands of students at a time. Hire talented students and meet your DEI hiring goals. * Get creative work done. Receive 250-1000 hours of creative work and insights. * Give back. Provide a valuable learning experience and career access/guidance to students What is my commitment? * 1-2 hours every 1-2 weeks * 4-12 week project period Book 15-min call to learn more Copyright (c) 2024 Student Opportunity Center, Inc, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you have participated in an event or connected with a member of the SOC team in the past. Our mailing address is: Student Opportunity Center, Inc 1501 Duke Street Alexandria, VA 22314 Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list .

HS Juniors - Global Summer Learning Institute and other LEAD Summer Programs

Global Summer Learning Institute is a 3-week summer college readiness experience that introduces ambitious current high school juniors to world-renowned faculty, learning and leading business leaders via the country's top schools. https://www.leadingforlife.org/REEX/index.jsp#:~:text=GSLI%20REEX%20is%20a%203%2Dweek%20hybrid%20(1,school%20scholars%20take%20charge%20of%20their%20future. GSLI REEX Commercial Real Estate & Urban Development is a 3-week comprehensive learning experience that acclimates curious current high school juniors to careers in commercial real estate and business.

South Union Community DEVELOPMENT - Thanks Efamily member Pratt Robinson for sharing!

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$25,000 Prize NASA’s Space Tech Prize Bolsters Diversity, Inclusivity Champions

NASA’s Space Tech Prize Bolsters Diversity, Inclusivity Champions MAR 13, 2024 RELEASE 24-039 [A graphic of the NASA "meatball" insignia, a blue circle crossed by a red V-shaped swoosh, against a black background.] Credits: NASA NASA selected the first winners of the agency’s Space Tech Catalyst prize to expand engagement with underrepresented and diverse individuals in the space technology sector as part of the agency’s broader commitment to inclusivity and collaboration. The winners are receiving $25,000 each to create more inclusive space technology ecosystems. “As NASA continues to explore the unknown, making the impossible possible, we are committed to engaging talents from all backgrounds to advance exploration,” said Shahra Lambert, NASA senior advisor for engagement. “By providing funding to this space technology community, NASA is ensuring the Artemis Generation will have the necessary tools to expand humanity’s reach.” Winning individuals and organizations demonstrate the best collaboration practices with diverse researchers, technologists, and entrepreneurs. The champions also bring effective strategies that contribute to NASA’s ongoing efforts to develop a representative space technology landscape, while enhancing its ability to find creative solutions to technical challenges. The winners are: * Caitlin O’Brien, SciAccess, Inc. * Zainab Abbas, SciTech@U * Bahiy Watson, The 1881 Institute * Amber Imai-Hong, Mahina Aerospace * Marta Miletic, San Diego State University * Felecia Brown, NorthStar of GIS * Diego Sandoval, Cyncrocity * Arif Rahman, Hawaii Pacific University * Sierra Brown * Denise Thorsen, University of Alaska Fairbanks * Joshua Neubert, Institute of Competition Sciences * Madison Feehan, Space Copy, Inc. * Johnie Turnage, Black Tech Saturdays * Athip Thirupathi Raj, University of Arizona SpaceTREx Lab * Janeya Griffin, Equity Space Alliance, Inc. * Annika Rollock, Aurelia Institute * M. von Nkosi, Institute for Local Innovations, Inc. * Joseph Grant, New Generation Solutions SST * Sambit Bhattacharya, Fayetteville State University * Dalia David, Honest Eating, LLC Each winner was selected for proving their ability to engage and develop underrepresented groups in space technology development, broaden NASA’s outreach efforts to diverse sources of developers, and build a community of emerging innovators equipped to compete for the agency’s technology development opportunities. “We are proud to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of these exceptional individuals and organizations leading the way in building an inclusive community in space technology for the benefit of humanity,” said Denna Lambert, inclusive innovation team lead, Space Technology Mission Directorate (STMD) at NASA Headquarters in Washington. “Their dedication and success in engaging underrepresented groups will undoubtedly inspire others to join us in advancing the frontiers of space exploration and innovation.” To increase collaboration between NASA and its community partners, each winner will attend an in-person event at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland. Representatives from NASA and the winning organizations will participate in community-building activities to emphasize knowledge sharing, increase awareness of NASA’s competitive research and development environment, and expand the agency’s reach into diverse innovator communities. The Space Tech Catalyst Prize, funded by STMD, is part of a commitment to expand NASA’s network of competitive proposers and enhance engagement approaches. For more information, visit: https://www.spacetechcatalystprize.org/ -end- ...

LEARN a SKILL - EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

Accepting Applications for EM Impact 2024 The Harris County Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Management (HCOHSEM) is proud to announce its 2024 EM Impact program and we need YOU to help get the word out! EM Impact is a FREE, three-day event designed to provide a supportive and educational environment for young women (ages 18-29) interested in exploring a career in Emergency Management. The program will be hosted on June 25-27 at the Houston TranStar Conference Center (6922 Katy Road, Houston, TX 77024). Breakfast, lunch, and refreshments will be provided during the event. The curriculum is designed with an emphasis on emergency management, diversity, equity and inclusion, and women's empowerment. This year's EM Impact will feature the following panels: * What it Means to be an Emergency Manager * The Research that Leads Emergency Management * Recovery - A Community Rebuilding Together In addition to the panels, participants will be able to hear from speakers from across the field and engage in activities to better understand the different facets of emergency management. Attached is the event flyer to share with your staff, partners, and potential applicants. Please distribute through your networks, as appropriate. Thank you for considering this opportunity to help young women embark on their educational and professional journey. If you have any questions, please visit our Link Tree for more information and ways to contact us. Click here: https://linktr.ee/emimpact About HCOHSEM: Day-to-day operations for HCOHSEM include coordinated efforts to reduce threats to life and property from potential disasters to its 4.7 million Harris County residents. The office prides itself in being a model of best practices in emergency planning, preparedness, response, and recovery. Thank you, Liz Lawhorn Assistant Public Information Officer Harris County Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Management Office: 713-426-9578 | Email: Liz.Lawhorn@oem.hctx.net Website: ReadyHarris.org | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram

WOMEN GAMECHANGERS at NASA

https://roundupreads.jsc.nasa.gov/roundup/2090

MARCH 20 WOMEN CHANGEMAKERS Doing Business with NASA

JSC NASA -- RODEO Winner! Collaboration with CCISD and HLSR

Scholarship-underrepresented in tech—and that includes women, the Black, Indigenous, Latinx, and Asian communities, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, and people with a physical or neurological disability—and want to kick-start your career, upskill, or develop new tech skills, we encourage you to apply. The deadline for applications is April 1, 2024 thanks efamily member Sam Denard for sharing!

Link to more information HERE or paste in your browser: https://www.oreilly.com/diversity/scholarship-program.html?utm_source=platform+b2b&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=diversity&utm_content=20240308+DEIJ+scholarship Donna, This may be of interest to some of your readers. Sam Denard From: "O'Reilly" Sent: 3/8/24 11:21 AM To: Subject: Apply for the O'Reilly 2024 diversity scholarship   O'Reilly     Hi, To help members of underrepresented groups develop and sharpen the tech skills needed to break through barriers within the field, we’re offering 500 annual scholarships that give recipients full access to the O’Reilly learning platform. If you belong to a group that's underrepresented in tech—and that includes women, the Black, Indigenous, Latinx, and Asian communities, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, and people with a physical or neurological disability—and want to kick-start your career, upskill, or develop new tech skills, we encourage you to apply. The deadline for applications is April 1, 2024.   Get more info ⟩       linkedIn icon youtube icon