Empowering girls by introducing them to the exciting possibilities of STEM careers.
Our 2016 event was a HUGE success. Thank you so much to all of the volunteers for the many hours dedicated to this event. Thank you to all of the teachers, parents, and chaperons that brought 1063 girls to our event this year!
Bookmark this page for information on our 2017 event.
~1050 middle school girls descend on the Colorado Convention Center for a day of hands-on STEM workshops. 350+ volunteers assist as guides and workshop presenters.
This event is presented 100% by our wonderful volunteers, and made possible by the generous donations of our sponsors.
GESTEM is a FREE event for 6th and 7th grade girls in the Denver-metro area geared towards introducing girls to the career opportunities in STEM fields. Participants engage with local STEM professionals throughout three hands-on workshops designed to widen their horizons and introduce STEM careers in a fun and active environment.
This is a FREE event! Please help us ensure the future success of this popular program: Donate at our GESTEM page!
Event Goals:
Our 2016 event was a HUGE success. Thank you so much to all of the volunteers for the many hours dedicated to this event. Thank you to all of the teachers, parents, and chaperons that brought 1063 girls to our event this year!
Bookmark this page for information on our 2017 event.
~1050 middle school girls descend on the Colorado Convention Center for a day of hands-on STEM workshops. 350+ volunteers assist as guides and workshop presenters.
This event is presented 100% by our wonderful volunteers, and made possible by the generous donations of our sponsors.
GESTEM is a FREE event for 6th and 7th grade girls in the Denver-metro area geared towards introducing girls to the career opportunities in STEM fields. Participants engage with local STEM professionals throughout three hands-on workshops designed to widen their horizons and introduce STEM careers in a fun and active environment.
This is a FREE event! Please help us ensure the future success of this popular program: Donate at our GESTEM page!
Event Goals:
- Introduce students to STEM in the “real” world
- Provide interaction with professionals to show STEM careers can be fulfilling and fun
- Help students see a connection between careers and the skills learned in STEM classes
- Introduce networking and mentoring basics
- Provide an opportunity for local corporations and the community to support student success in STEM
To learn more about GESTEM, check out these YouTube videos, with highlights from our 2015 event!
What is GESTEM?: 4 minutes - http://youtu.be/uLyen27Xv9k
GESTEM Day's Events: 23 minutes - http://youtu.be/UFpdZh37o9c
Combined Video: http://youtu.be/3tsa8dNiHUQ
Films were provided by BYCHANCE PRODUCTIONS.
What is GESTEM?: 4 minutes - http://youtu.be/uLyen27Xv9k
GESTEM Day's Events: 23 minutes - http://youtu.be/UFpdZh37o9c
Combined Video: http://youtu.be/3tsa8dNiHUQ
Films were provided by BYCHANCE PRODUCTIONS.
GESTEM 2017 Planning Will Begin Soon!
Volunteers
A successful GESTEM event requires nearly 400 volunteers! We have a variety of opportunities:
Financial Support
GESTEM is presented entirely by volunteers, and we rely on the generosity of corporate sponsors, grants, and individual donors to fund this project. GESTEM is 100% free for attendees. SWE-RMS is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization. Please click here to find out how you can help support GESTEM!
• Get 2016 Prospectus here!
• Contact: swe.gestem@gmail.com
Student Registration
Our student registration for the 2017 event will happen in March 2017! Stay tuned!
Volunteers
A successful GESTEM event requires nearly 400 volunteers! We have a variety of opportunities:
- Join the GESTEM planning committee!! Please email Sarah Gilmore if you would like to join the GESTEM planning committee.
- Group Guide - Lead a group of 10 girls through the event, interacting with them on a one-on-one basis all day.
- Workshop Presenter - Share what you love to do with GESTEM participants! Design and present a hands-on workshop highlighting a STEM field
- Floaters - Even if you can't attend the entire event, we would love your help! Registration, lunch distribution, student wrap-up and many other events during the day are in need of dedicated volunteers.
Financial Support
GESTEM is presented entirely by volunteers, and we rely on the generosity of corporate sponsors, grants, and individual donors to fund this project. GESTEM is 100% free for attendees. SWE-RMS is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization. Please click here to find out how you can help support GESTEM!
• Get 2016 Prospectus here!
• Contact: swe.gestem@gmail.com
Student Registration
Our student registration for the 2017 event will happen in March 2017! Stay tuned!
GESTEM team recognized with Outreach Award at WE2014!
GESTEM - Professional Outreach Event/Series Award, Large Section.
The 2014 GESTEM team did an amazing job once again with our signature middle school outreach event, reaching nearly 1000 6th and 7th grade girls. Many thanks and congratulations to the 2014 planning committee: Heather Doty, Chris Tippett, Kitty Elshot, Sarah Gilmore, Marissa Stender, Chenine Wozniak, Casey Waggy, Michelle Troy, Sam Marin and Ashley DeVierno.
CONGRATULATIONS to our winners and thank you for your outstanding contributions to SWE and SWE-RMS!!
The 2014 GESTEM team did an amazing job once again with our signature middle school outreach event, reaching nearly 1000 6th and 7th grade girls. Many thanks and congratulations to the 2014 planning committee: Heather Doty, Chris Tippett, Kitty Elshot, Sarah Gilmore, Marissa Stender, Chenine Wozniak, Casey Waggy, Michelle Troy, Sam Marin and Ashley DeVierno.
CONGRATULATIONS to our winners and thank you for your outstanding contributions to SWE and SWE-RMS!!
Previous GESTEM Event Reports
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