RHS starts Code Girls United’s tribal computer coding pilot program
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RONAN — Sixteen Ronan High School girls will be learning about computer science and coding while developing apps using MIT’s Appinventor. The girls will also learn business skills when they divide into teams and use what they have learned to create their own app that solves a community problem. They will be creating a business plan for their project and make presentations to their local leaders for cash prizes.
Code Girls United endeavors to create a program that not only teaches real world skills, but also builds self-confidence, providing a path to future technology learning opportunities. The program is tailored to include culturally relevant content based on feedback from Native Youth organizations. Additionally, Code Girls United’s Native Ambassador, alumni, and volunteer Kelsea Bemis will provide an additional bridge and encouragement for the program.
The purpose of the Tribal Computer Coding Program is to provide training and incentives to students in tribal communities for computer coding and computer programming courses that will prepare them for the workforce.
Code Girls United worked in coordination with the Office of Public Instruction and the administration and staff at Ronan High School to implement the pilot program with a future goal to replicate the program throughout Reservation high schools across the state.
Code Girls United is very excited to be included in the growth of Montana’s next generation of technology workers who are able to work and stay in Montana.
Code Girls United 4th-8th grade programs run year-long throughout Montana. If you would like to learn how to bring the Code Girls United program to your area, school, or organization, please contact Marianne Smith at m.smith@codegirlsunited.org. To learn more visit: www.codegirlsunited.org.
