This is a great article about the abilities and opportunities for all children, but it emphasizes once again the challenge we have getting girls engaged in STEM fields. No pun intended. I remember years ago I attended a challenging 2 week computer science camp while still in high school, and we were all exposed to a new world of languages and programming. This was in the late 80's, so I came back to my school with skills that served me well, along with college credit in COMP 143. I would sit in our basic computer class as a Senior and write code for all the other students...good ol' Pascal.
I love that this article mentions the CSI effect. My school is famous! :) I met a girl today who has a double major from UI in fire ecology and forestry management, and is still taking classes for fun and further training. In my visit with her, I was immediately impressed with her. Probably because my friend Bill told me she is awesome so she must be! Girls, get out there and find your passion!
http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865591365/Why-more-girls-should-study-computer-science.html?pg=all
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