SPIN GIRLS MARCH 2023 NEWSLETTER
SPIN GIRLS MONTHLY NEWSLETTER | MARCH 2023
IT'S WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH!
Did you know that women have only been allowed to attend college for less than 200 years. And the equal pay law for women has only been in effect since the year 2010. But women have been leading or supporting all of the aspects and categories that make up the fields of STEM since the beginning of humankind. This is why SPIN knows how important it is for young students like you to be a part of our programs! You are the people that will continue to change history and continue the work of all the women who fought rights before you.
In this month's newsletter, you'll find a summary of February's events and upcoming events for March, the schedule for lab and field days, the schedule for Friday night hangouts, and some resources to help you out. Let us know if you have any questions or concerns.
- SPIN Girls Program Team
We encourage you to thank a strong woman in your life!
March 14th is national Pi day! Celebrate the most magically delicious mathematic number by checking local places near you for deals. Some places typically celebrate by having deals where item's cost only $3.14! Check out this website for ideas https://www.greaterseattleonthecheap.com/pi-day/
9th grade students that attended February lab day took their food handlers permit test during their lab session.
SPIN Girls used our brand new popcorn machine at February's hangout.
RECAP OF LAST MONTH
February meant that we have reached the half way point of our SPIN Girls program. That means that our students will begin working on their capstone presentations and preparing for our end of year celebration. This month at lab day the 8th grade cohort worked on furthering their understanding of biomimicry. The 9th grade cohort learned more about food safety and took their tests to receive their food handlers permits. The 10th grade cohort furthered their expertise on climate change myth busting and began deep thinking on their capstone projects and interviews.
We also had a lovely time at the SPIN Girls hangout enjoying time together, a movie and treats.
LOOKING FORWARD
FIELD DAY IS ON MARCH 4TH
When:
Saturday, MARCH 4th
Where:
PLEASE CHECK EMAILS SENT WITH LOCATION AND ADDRESS DETAILS
Time:
8th grade - 9:30am - 12:30pm - UW ARBORETUM
9th grade - 9:30am - 12:30pm - 343 INDUSTRIES
10th grade - 1:30pm - 4:30pm - TOMBOYX
LAB DAY IS ON MARCH 25TH
When:
Saturday, MARCH 25th
Where:
3407 NE 2nd ST., Renton, WA 98056
Time:
8th grade - 9:30am - 12:30pm - SPIN office
9th grade - 9:30am - 12:30pm - SPIN Office
10th grade - 1:30pm - 4:30pm - SPIN Office
Location for field days vary and lab day location is the SPIN office
SPIN Office address: 3407 NE 2nd ST., Renton, WA 98056
YOU CAN STILL COME TO ALASKA WITH SPIN GIRLS!
June 27th to July 2nd 2023 (6 days and 5 nights)
Registration for the ALASKA TRIP is still open! Extended pay options are available. Ask financial assistance representatives for "extended payment options" to be able to pay after our trip.
If your SPIN Girl would like to attend please reach out to Keshiap@stempaths.org ASAP!
You can also watch parent information videos here and here.
We would love for more students to attend! Here are some ways to help with paying.
FLAG Scholarship- This is first come first serve, but we still have funds available, and any parent interested in applying should call us soon. This is a partial scholarship but can really help to put a dent in the cost and anyone with an adjusted gross income of less than $85,000 is encouraged to apply.
Extended Payment Plan- Everyone is eligible for this offer, allowing parents to continue making payments even after the trip. If you speak to parents who are interested in either program, please ask them to call customer service at 1-800-468-5899 and our representatives would be happy to help them.
Gift of Education- This is a great way for kids to raise money, especially around the holidays. Parents can find out more by visiting https://fundraising.worldstrides.com/, where they can create an E-card, Facebook link, or letter asking friends and family to help by giving the gift of education.
March 4th is Field Day March 25th is Lab Day
Here's the schedule for the 2022-23 program year. Add these dates to your calendar so you don't miss any!
Lab Day Saturday Time Schedules
8th grade: 9:30AM-12:30PM
9th grade: 9:30AM-12:30PM
10th grade: 1:30PM-4:30PM
Location is:
3407 NE 2nd St., Renton, 98056
RTC ANNEX Building
Field Day Saturday Time Schedules unless otherwise directed by program manager
8th grade: 9:30AM-12:30PM
9th grade: 9:30AM-12:30PM
10th grade: 1:30PM-4:30PM
Locations vary for field days. You will be given the location details at least one week prior to the field day experience.
SPIN Girls Hangout
Friday nights on the scheduled event nights
Time:
5:30pm - 8:30pm
Location:
3407 NE 2nd St., Renton, WA 98056
Here's the schedule for the 2022-23 program year. Add these dates to your calendar so you don't miss any
RESOURCES
SPIN Girls students attend multiple school districts throughout King County. We value our SPIN families and know that it takes a tremendous amount of resources to nurture a student and family to success. We want to remind everyone that there are always resources available to your families to ensure that they can reach their full potential, in whatever way they may need extra support. Below you will find direct links to each King County School Districts student, family and community resources page. We have also included links to WA public charter schools and WA homeschool organization. Our hope is that you use these links to inform yourselves of resources available to increase the success of your family at the beginning of the school year. We also want you to use these links throughout the year as more details or changes may become available on the district pages.
Washington Charter Schools Association for public charter schools in WA
SPIN FELLOWS
Students who graduate from SPIN Girls are invited to apply for SPIN Fellows in the Spring of their 10th grade year. Fellows are accepted based on their commitment to SPIN Girls and their interest in pursuing a STEM career.
The goal of SPIN Fellows is to empower SPIN Girls students to feel confident in pursuing STEM college majors & careers. The vision is to grow a strong alumni community, supported by SPIN Girls mentors, staff, and other alumni. SPIN Fellows breaks down the barriers that girls of color face when exploring and pursuing STEM careers and shapes a more inclusive future.
For more information visit our website: https://www.stempaths.org/spin-girls-fellows