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The Wanderer: Enrichment Program for Female Students

February 6, 2012

The Wanderer, serving communities in southeastern Massachusetts, featured this article about the 2012 Sci-Tech Girl Expo. Enrichment Program for Female Students

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Cape Cod Times cites Jr. Tech in article about (video) gaming

February 6, 2012

Jr. Tech’s gaming program got mention in this article by Sean Gonsalves at the Cape Cod Times.

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STEM Education in Our Schools (STEM is Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) By: Randy Moore

November 15, 2011

Why should we be concerned about this subject?: Data taken over the past few years from students taking the SATs indicates that only about 26% of these students are interested in pursuing STEM related career fields. There is a growing concern that this level is too low to keep the United States competitive in a [...]

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Announcing Keynote Speaker for SciTech Girl Expo on April 7

October 31, 2011

Jr.Tech announces Keynote Speaker for SciTech Girl. Faith Ball is the Engineering Sr. Manager at Lockheed Martin Marion.  Faith has been working in the field of engineering and technical management her entire career since graduating from University of Rhode Island in 1983 with a BS in Mechanical Engineering. Faith has worked at several defense corporations leading [...]

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Jr.Tech announces SciTech Girl Expo running April 7

October 26, 2011

SciTech Girl Expo will be hosted by Jr.Tech in partnership with Massachusetts Maritime Academy on Saturday, April 7, 2012. SciTech Girl is a one-day STEM expo for girls in grades 9 – 12 interested in pursuing a career in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). Enrollment is now open. Go to http://www.juniortech.org or call 774-994-2097.

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Verizon Foundation awarded a $10,000 grant to Jr.Tech

October 11, 2011

The Verizon Foundation awarded a $10,000 grant to Jr.Tech, Inc. The generous funds by the Verizon Foundation will be used to develop and implement (5) new science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) workshops. 

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Jr.Tech receives NGCP grant

October 10, 2011

Jr.Tech receives $1,000 grant by the National Girls Collaborative Project (NGCP), funded by the National Science Foundation, for its 2012 SciTech Girl Expo. SciTech Girl Expo is a STEM Expo geared specifically for girls in grades 9 – 12. The activities include an entire day filled with opportunities for girls to hear from, meet, and work [...]

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The Barnstable Patriot is a Media Sponsor of the 2011 Summer STEM Workshops offered by Jr.Tech.

June 17, 2011

Thank you to our Media Sponsor, The Barnstable Patriot, for inserting our 2011 Summer Flyer into the newspaper. 

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Jr.Tech announces Cape Cod Times as a Media Sponsor for the 2011 Summer Workshops

June 16, 2011

Thanks Cape Cod Times for sponsoring Jr.Tech’s display advertisements for the 2011 Summer Workshops! 

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Announcing 2011 Summer Programs

May 4, 2011

Please check out the calendar section for July & August. 

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Thank you CCEDC for awarding Jr.Tech a $10,000 grant award.

February 8, 2011

The Cape Cod Economic Development Council (CCEDC) awarded Jr.Tech a grant in the sum of $10,000 for the development of new pilot workshops. 

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Jr.Tech announces Sci-Tech Girl Expo coming Saturday, April 9 for girls in grades 9 – 12

February 1, 2011

Breaking news…. On Saturday, April 9, Jr.Tech in partnership with Massachusetts Maritime Academy, is hosting Sci-Tech Girl Expo for high school girls interested in pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering and math. Keynote guest speaker – Dr. Susan Avery, Director and President of Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution. 

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Shout out to Business Center of Cape Cod – thanks for the donation

February 1, 2011

Shout out and thanks to Business Center of Cape Cod for donating a large logo banner for jr.tech to use at events. Thanks Ray and thanks to your entire staff as they always make us feel welcome and provide fantastic customer service. 

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Cape Cod Foundation awards Jr.Tech $1,000 grant.

January 18, 2011

Cape Cod Foundation through the Andrew S. and Katherine Y. Keck Fund has awarded Jr.Tech a grant in the sum of $1,000. The funds will be used in the development of five new STEM workshops. 

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JRTECH – Gift Certificates available

December 21, 2010

Makes great holiday, birthday, and special occasion gift ideas! Call 774-994-2097 or www.juniortech.org 

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Boat Building Workshop – Brand new offering coming in January

October 18, 2010

Intro to Classic Boat Building – six week course. One 2-hour session per week. Grades 5 – 8. Enroll now at www.juniortech.org 

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Verizon Foundation provides $10,000 grant to JR.TECH, Inc.

September 28, 2010

Verizon Foundation approves JR.TECH grant and provides support in the development of five new pilot workshops! Rick Colon, Regional Director of Verizon External Affairs shown delivering a check for $10,000 to JR.TECH President, Phyllis Russell, on 9/24/10.

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JR.TECH,Inc. received its 501C3 status making it an official non-profit organization.

September 10, 2010

Creating an autonomous non-profit entity enables JR.TECH to accept funds such as private and corporate foundation grants or corporate and personal contributions for their student sponsorship program. Contact Phyllis Russell, President and Executive Director, at 774-994-2097 or go to www.juniortech.org to learn how you can contribute to this important educational program and aide it in [...]

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Underwater remote operated vehicles program for high school students by JR.TECH Program.

June 1, 2010

Coming August 13 – students deploy and fly two remote operated vehicles near Woods Hole and view live feed from the ocean floor below. Great science and marine science STEM skills. 

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Digital, video, & production skills for high school students coming July 6th by JR.TECH Program

June 1, 2010

Offers high school students real life field and production experience. Students shoot video, edit, write script and produce a 2 to 3 minute story to air on cable channels. 

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