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Thursday, March 17 • 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Girls on Fire - Igniting the Passion for STEAM

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Young girls are very interested in science, but as they progress in school, their interest can wane. Why does this happen? How do girls learn best? What tools and techniques can we leverage to ignite the passion for science and keep that fire lit?

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Dejuana Aldrich

Teacher/Coach, Holy Names High School
I have been teaching at an all girls school for 8 years. I teach Biology, AP Biology and two PLTW classes - Introduction to Engineering Design and Human Body Systems. The transformation of girls in science without the male peer influence is phenomenal. I am a wife, mom, and teacher... Read More →
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Kristy Chun

Science Teacher, Notre Dame High School Belmont
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Rebecca Girard

Science Teacher/EdTech Instigator, Notre Dame High School
Rebecca has been teaching high school science for the past 23 years. She is passionate about educating young minds and sharing with her students the impact that science has on our daily lives. She is also the EdTech Instigator/Lead Learner for Notre Dame High School. 2013 MEd Media... Read More →
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My Nguyen

Science Teacher, private: Notre Dame High School (Belmont)
Wife, science teacher, lover of all things nature! I've been in education for 8 years now and love everything about it!Google Certified Teacher Level 1 and 2 and 2MERIT Cohort 2017
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Anne Schaefer-Salinas

Associate Principal, Notre Dame High School
I work at an all-girls Catholic High School where I began in the Social Sciences Department. Over time, I have taught nearly every history course we offer. I transitioned into Administration in 2013 and am currently serving as the Associate Head of School for Academics. As a result... Read More →


Thursday March 17, 2016 12:30pm - 1:30pm PDT
Oasis 4, PSCC 277 North Avendia Caballeros Palm Springs, CA 92262
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