The Power of Caregivers: Nurturing Girls' STEM Journey at Home
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Join us as we delve into the crucial role of caregivers in fostering girls' interest, confidence, and success in STEM. In this episode, we explore the invaluable contributions of caregivers in creating a vibrant learning ecosystem for girls. Discover how caregivers can inspire and support girls in their STEM journey at home, providing the necessary guidance, encouragement, and resources. We discuss practical strategies and insights to nurture girls' STEM interests, cultivate their curiosity, and empower them to pursue STEM pathways.
Guests: Bunmi Esho Family Engagement Specialist, STEM Next
Linda Kekelis Family Engagement Advisor, STEM Next
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Resources:
Vroom @joinvroom has 1000+ tips to turn everyday moments with children, infant to 5 years, into brain-building moments
The Family Engagement Project shares white papers, case studies, blogs, and promising practices from STEM Next
STEM Family Engagement: A Planning Tool by Institute for the Study of Resilience in Youth for STEM Next
Changing the Game in STEM with Family Engagement: A White Paper for Practitioners and Field by Kara Sammet and Linda Kekelis for STEM Next
Reimaging Family Engagement Spotlights by Patty Allen and Gil Noam for STEM Next
A full list of show resources can be found on the NGCP Podcast website.
Learn more about NGCP: https://ngcproject.org/
Producer: Nancy Scales-Coddington, NGCP Director of Strategic Partnerships Graphics & Promotion: Raisa Rosado Director of Digital Communications
Website: Maggie Ewan NGCP Manager, Digital Operations
Karen Peterson, NGCP Chief Executive Officer and Founder
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