Girls Go Techbridge
Since 2000, Techbridge has been impacting girls through a proven research-based program delivered by experienced staff who are passionate about science, technology, and engineering. Girls Go Techbridge, a partnership between Techbridge and Girl Scout councils, funded by the generous support of the Noyce Foundation and the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation, was created in 2008 to encourage girls’ academic interest and career involvement in science and engineering through hands-on activities and career exploration opportunities. To date over 3,000 girl scouts have experienced the Girls Go Techbridge Programs.
Through the Girls Go Techbridge program thousands of girls have benefitted from hands-on experiences with science and engineering activities and interactions with STEM professionals. Both leaders and volunteers in the Girl Scout community have been trained on the Girls Go Techbridge curriculum. Currently 15 Girl Scout Councils nationwide implement the program.
With generous support from the Noyce Foundation we continue our partnership with Girl Scout councils and look forward to partnering with additional councils.
For more information about Girls Go Techbridge, please contact your local Girl Scout Council or Megan Davis at mdavis@techbridgegirls.org.
Girls Go Techbridge Growth in Girl Uses 2008-2011
The Girls Go Techbridge program has impacted both content knowledge as well as important aspects of doing science and engineering such as communication and teamwork. This data reflects results from the 2010-2011 program year.
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Because of the projects in Girls Go Techbridge,
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Agree/Strongly Agree
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Council A
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Council B
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Council C
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Council D
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I feel more confident about doing science and engineering activities
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81%
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89%
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75%
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83%
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I believe engineering is a good career for women
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88%
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88%
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84%
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72%
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I am more interested in working in science, technology, or engineering
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63%
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73%
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71%
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51%
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I want to explore more science and engineering activities
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71%
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82%
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84%
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69%
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I am more interested in learning about careers in science, technology, or engineering
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60%
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75%
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73%
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54%
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I have talked to a scientist, engineer, or someone who works in technology
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71%
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75%
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63%
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63%
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