 March Newsletter |
| Event Highlight |
 In our first year of hosting the North Alabama STEM essay contest, we received nine thoughtful and innovative essays. Use the link below to view the results of the contest and read the top three essays. Thank you to all of our volunteers–this would not have been possible without you! Results Post |
| Upcoming Events |
| April Section Meeting and Social April 13, 1 PM – 2 PM Downtown Huntsville Public Library Meeting Room A 915 Monroe Street Huntsville, AL 35801Meet fellow members and learn about what is going on in the section! The meeting will begin at 1 PM with the social immediately to follow. |
| Outreach Opportunities |
| Providence Elementary School STEAM Night March 21, 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM 10 NW Chalkstone St. Huntsville, AL 35806 Join us making paper-helicopters with students at Providence Elementary School’s first annual STEAM Night! Providence ES is also looking for helpers at their booths–feel free to split time between our tables and theirs. SWE Booth Volunteer PES Booth Volunteer |
| Girls in Science and Engineering Day April 6, 7:30 AM – 5:45 PM Shelby Center for Science and Technology 301 Sparkman Dr. Huntsville, AL 35805 We’ll be leading 5-6 sessions of students through two activities: Lego Balloon Cars and Ship the Chip. Morning and afternoon activity leaders are needed. Activity information will be sent to volunteers in advance. Volunteer Donations Materials for our activities will cost around $350, so we’d appreciate your donations. If you’d like to donate physical supplies, email us, and we’ll send you our supply list. We also are accepting donations via PayPal using the link below. Donate |
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| Volunteer with FIRSTFIRST Robotics Competition Rocket City Regional April 4 – 6Von Braun Center 700 Monroe St. SW Huntsville, AL 35801Under strict rules and limited time and resources, teams of high school students are challenged to build industrial-size robots to play a difficult field game in alliance with other teams, while also fundraising to meet their goals, designing a team “brand,” and advancing respect and appreciation for STEM within the local community. Various roles and times are available. Sign up to volunteer using the link below. Volunteer |
| James Clemens High School Call for Support Technology Student Association State Conference Support The JCMS TSA is seeking donations in order to send members to the state conference this year. Use the link below to access the flyer for more information. TSA Flyer |
 Kilby VEXIQ Robotics Sponsorship An all female 4th grade team from Kilby Laboratory School in Florence, AL, has earned a bid to the VEX Robotics World Competition in Dallas, Texas. They are seeking individual and corporate sponsorships to help get their team to competition. See the sponsor request letter below for more details. Learn More |
 Society of American Military Engineers Camps SAME Engineering and Construction Camps Membership is NOT required by parent or student Weeklong camp hosted by the military and led by military and engineering professionals open to rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Camp cost ranges from $100 – $800. Many posts will sponsor to offset students registration cost and/ or reimburse student travel costs to camp. Hosted by military services (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Air Force Academy), but is NOT to enlist/ increase interest for military service, with exception of the Air Force Academy. Have non-student Mentors, Camp Mom/Dad, Instructors, Judges, Daily Organizers. Use the link below for more information. We can also put you in touch with the local post (chapter) if you send us an email! Learn More SAME Engineering and Construction Camp Mentors Needed! SAME Membership is NOT required. Inquire if your company has a company membership. Travel and transportation to the site will be covered in part. Meals and accommodation will be provided. Roles: Mentor; Assistant Mentor/Squad Leader; Support Loggie; Staff (Instructor/ Judge/ Medical)Application required with agreement for a background investigation (Working with minors)One week at location, mentors requested to arrive a day early and depart after all students. If you have questions, send us an email, and we will connect you with members who have previously participated! Learn More |
| General Announcements |
| Membership Programming Poll What would you like to see from NAL SWE? Use the poll below to give us feedback and let us know what types of events you’d like to see in the future. Poll |
| Call for Speakers We’re hosting a virtual speaker series, and we’re looking for speakers! Interested in presenting? Use the interest form below to briefly pitch your ideas. You don’t need to have fully formed presentations yet, and we can help with development as needed. Poll |
| Behind the Scenes Elections The executive board is organizing what positions will be available for FY25. Be on the lookout for more information later this month–including leadership and elections committee opportunities. Professional Development We are solidifying details on a professional development opportunity we are excited to share with everyone. Stay tuned for more! Year-End Celebration We want to celebrate the achievements made this year and honor those who have helped NAL SWE grow! |
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