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TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Good evening, #FLedChat How are you tonight?

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Welcome to our Girls in STEM chat! I’m Nancye Black, @FSTEnet President and guest moderator. #FLedChat!

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:01 PM EDT

We’ll be using the Q1/A1 format for tonight’s #FLedChat.

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Q1: Please introduce yourself - name, school/organization, role. :) #FLedChat

EDUcre8ive Apr 5 @ 8:01 PM EDT

John from WeVideo for Schools. Originally from FL but Joining from CA - Silicon Valley is big into STEM! #FLedchat

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Hi, Tammy! Glad to be here! #FLedChat

In reply to @TG_Neil

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hi, Nancye! #FLedChat

In reply to @NancyeBlackEdu, @fstenet

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Welcome, John! Glad you are here. #FLedChat

In reply to @EDUcre8ive

KristinCHarr - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hi, everyone! Kristin, from St. Augustine, FL. #FLedChat

SylviaEllison Apr 5 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Happy to join #FLedChat tonight! Thanks @TG_Neil for attending @EdCampHCPS ... your leadership & support is awesome!

nsulla Apr 5 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Dr. Nancy Sulla here at #FLEDchat; creator of the Learner-Active, Technology-Infused Classroom #LATIC & #STEMLATIC; Pres @IDECorp; author:

LREjubilee Apr 5 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hey @TG_Neil and @NancyeBlackEdu ... So excited! I'm Elizabeth, T of all boys with Autism ha! #fledchat

TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hey, Michelle! #FLedChat

In reply to @kmichellehowell

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Hi, John! #FLedChat

In reply to @EDUcre8ive

TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:03 PM EDT

A1: I'm Tammy from Branford High School. I teach Comp. Sci. for grades 6-12. #FLedchat

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Love seeing some familiar @fstenet faces right off the bat for FSTE moderator night! @TG_Neil @KristinCHarr @kmichellehowell #FLedChat

SylviaEllison Apr 5 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Sylvia Ellison, Title 1 HS Writing Coach ... Tampa Florida #FLedChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Welcome back, John! #FLedChat

In reply to @EDUcre8ive

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Hi, I'm Kimberly Michelle (you can call me either one--or both--LOL), Media Specialist from Daytona Beach. #FLedChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Hey, Kristin! #FLedChat

In reply to @KristinCHarr

lsanders117 Apr 5 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Hello! Lindsey here from Providence School in Jacksonville, Fl. I'm a media specialist/ library educator #fledchat

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Hi there, Nancy! #FLedChat

In reply to @nsulla, @IDECorp

iCoachElm Apr 5 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Hey everyone, Naomi - Assistant Principal (Elementary) Baker County, FL #FLedChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Glad to see you've recovered. That was a great day. Glad I went. #FLedChat

In reply to @SylviaEllison, @EdCampHCPS

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Sylvia! #FLedChat

In reply to @SylviaEllison, @TG_Neil, @EdCampHCPS

EDUcre8ive Apr 5 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Hi! You get my email about WeVideo at edcamp volusia? #fledchat

In reply to @kmichellehowell

KristinCHarr - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Hi Tammy! #FLedChat

In reply to @TG_Neil

TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Hey, Nancy! Glad to see you back. #FLedChat

In reply to @nsulla, @IDECorp

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Hey there, Kristin! #FLedChat

In reply to @KristinCHarr

TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Hey, Naomi! So glad to see you here tonight. #FLedChat

In reply to @iCoachElm

nathan_stevens Apr 5 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Nathan and yep #FLEdChat

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Great to see many school roles represented for this Girls in STEM chat - teachers, admins, tech coaches, media, edtech developers! #FLedChat

KristinCHarr - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Hey Michelle! #FLedChat

In reply to @kmichellehowell

SylviaEllison Apr 5 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Thank you ... survey after us also showing positive results! So glad to see you again .. excited about @EdcampBranford #FLedChat

In reply to @TG_Neil, @EdCampHCPS, @EdcampBranford

TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:06 PM EDT

I am super glad to see @NancyeBlackEdu tonight. Ya'll say hello. She's our guest moderator and the Pres. of @fstenet #FLedChat

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:06 PM EDT

I got it, thanks! If I need a crash course I will definitely let you know! #FLedChat

In reply to @EDUcre8ive

TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Hey, Nathan! #FLedChat

In reply to @nathan_stevens

SylviaEllison Apr 5 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Hello my virtual now F2F friend!!! 💜😘 #FLedChat

In reply to @kmichellehowell, @TG_Neil, @EdCampHCPS

jswiatek Apr 5 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Good evening #FLedChat!! How is everyone tonight?

nathan_stevens Apr 5 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Hi Tammy #FLEdChat

In reply to @TG_Neil

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:07 PM EDT

So great to be here! Love the #FLedChat crew!

TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:06 PM EDT

I am super glad to see @NancyeBlackEdu tonight. Ya'll say hello. She's our guest moderator and the Pres. of @fstenet #FLedChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Wow! We are honored. :-) #FLedchat

In reply to @jswiatek

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Jerry!! #FLedChat

In reply to @jswiatek

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Doing good, Jerry -- how about you? #FLedChat

In reply to @jswiatek

jswiatek Apr 5 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Hey Nancye! I'm doing great!! #FLedChat

In reply to @NancyeBlackEdu

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Question on the way! #fledchat

KristinCHarr - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Hi Jerry! #FLedChat

In reply to @jswiatek

nathan_stevens Apr 5 @ 8:08 PM EDT

I am super Jerry and so is Tammy #FLedChat @TG_Neil

In reply to @jswiatek, @TG_Neil

nsulla Apr 5 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Great to be back. Developer of #STEMLATIC; former Board Pres at Girls Inc -- seems like a great topic for me! #FLedchat

In reply to @TG_Neil, @IDECorp

Celeste_Clemons - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Hey Hey #FLedChat Celeste here 5th grade Tallahassee. I think I'm gonna make it through the entire chat 🙂

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Q2a: Women are 48% of workforce, but only ~29% of STEM workforce (https://t.co/ltujmR1LvY). Why do you suspect that is? #FLedChat

jswiatek Apr 5 @ 8:09 PM EDT

How can I get any better? I'm doing 2 of my favorite things. Have the Sabres hockey game on in the background while chatting in #FLedChat :)

KristinCHarr - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Celeste! #FLedChat

In reply to @Celeste_Clemons

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Hi, Celeste! Glad to see you! #FLedChat

In reply to @Celeste_Clemons

MrsMikesell Apr 5 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Kelly. Mentor. Happy to be home for #fledchat

Techy5teacher Apr 5 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Hi everyone! Amanda Glover Grade 5 Math/Science/Tech, Tampa, FL #fledchat

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AssignmentHelpN Apr 5 @ 8:10 PM EDT

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MsWallRocks Apr 5 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Hey #FLedChat! Kerri from Vero Beach, FL. Digital Integration Specialist for the district.

BrookinsBits Apr 5 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Howdy, #fledchat sorry I'm late! Lisa from NE FL

Celeste_Clemons - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Hey! Glad to be here too! #Fledchat

In reply to @kmichellehowell

TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:10 PM EDT

That is good to hear! Glad to see you back. #FLedChat

In reply to @Celeste_Clemons

SylviaEllison Apr 5 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Hey! Funny to see you again so soon! #FLedChat

In reply to @MrsMikesell

Celeste_Clemons - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Hey Kristin! #Fledchat

In reply to @KristinCHarr

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Q2b: Also, Girls are 49% of high schoolers, but only 19% of the AP CompSci A students. Yep- 81% boys. Why do you suspect that is? #FLedChat

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:11 PM EDT

It's Lisa! Good to see you! #FLedChat

In reply to @BrookinsBits

LREjubilee Apr 5 @ 8:12 PM EDT

oh no! I thought I could handle 2 chats at once... and they're both on Q2! #fledchat #atchat

BrookinsBits Apr 5 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Looking at a lot of great peeps in #Fledchat Good to see you all!

jessiefalco Apr 5 @ 8:12 PM EDT

#fledchat Hi Everyone! Jumping in late

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Q1 was introductions, so you are doing great! #FLedChat

In reply to @LREjubilee

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:12 PM EDT

What was the question? #FLedChat

TechCoach_Holli Apr 5 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Hey y'all! Holli from Tallahassee joining in. #fledchat

SylviaEllison Apr 5 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Did I miss question 1? 😊 #FLedChat

Celeste_Clemons - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Hey Tammy!!! #Fledchat

In reply to @TG_Neil

nathan_stevens Apr 5 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A2a because too many girls are told they are not god in stem areas #fledchat

In reply to @NancyeBlackEdu

TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A2a: Stereotypes. Too many girls have been raised to think their beauty is their only treasure. #FLedChat

BrookinsBits Apr 5 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Hey Kim! I see you fly by my screen a lot. It won't slow down enough to say hey! LOL #fledchat

In reply to @kmichellehowell

KristinCHarr - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Q2A: Part of it is that women are more likely to stay home to raise children. #FLedChat

iCoachElm Apr 5 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Where are the questions? @TG_Neil #FLedChat

EDUcre8ive Apr 5 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Q2: cultural I'm afraid. Very big issue - one I had little understanding about until I spent last 16 years raising 3 daughters. #FLedchat

BrookinsBits Apr 5 @ 8:13 PM EDT

I missed Q1 right along with you... #fledchat

In reply to @SylviaEllison

SylviaEllison Apr 5 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Question 2? 🙂 #FLedChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Hey! I've heard good things about #EdcampTreasureCoast. We need to catch up soon. #FLedChat

In reply to @jessiefalco

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Q1 was introductions. You're right on track! #FLedChat

In reply to @SylviaEllison

cybraryman1 Apr 5 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A2 Girls have not been encouraged to pursue careers in STEM. Hope this changes. My #STEM #STEAM page https://t.co/rFJkt6fDt1 #FLedChat

KristinCHarr - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Q2A (cont.): Also, gender stereotypes begin at a young age. This is slowly changing. #FLedChat

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A2a. Lots of reasons--lack of encouragement, lack of models, STEM not done hands-on, but only from book. #FLedChat

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Do you think this negative messages are explicit or implicit? And coming from who? #FLedChat

In reply to @nathan_stevens

BrookinsBits Apr 5 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Good! Then I missed Q2A then... #fledchat lol

In reply to @NancyeBlackEdu, @SylviaEllison

jswiatek Apr 5 @ 8:14 PM EDT

I'm pretty lucky. In my computer science program, we're at about 30-35% girls. #itsawesome #FLEdChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Tonight, @NancyeBlackEdu is delivering our #FLedChat questions.

nathan_stevens Apr 5 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2b because we need more mentors like @TG_Neil #fledchat #suckupchat

In reply to @NancyeBlackEdu, @TG_Neil

lsanders117 Apr 5 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2: tradition. Often we follow in our parents footsteps (or something close) breaking tradition can be difficult. #fledchat

KamiSchools Apr 5 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Hello #FLedChat! Sorry we are late!

Techy5teacher Apr 5 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Perhaps bc ppl associate women with emotions and technology is emotionless, therefore logic is not driving our decision making. #fledchat

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Q2a: Women are 48% of workforce, but only ~29% of STEM workforce (https://t.co/ltujmR1LvY). Why do you suspect that is? #FLedChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:14 PM EDT

That was a successful #SuckUpChat response! #FLedChat

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @NancyeBlackEdu

BrookinsBits Apr 5 @ 8:14 PM EDT

I'm guessing Q2 was something akin to why are girls not involved in STEM as much as their male counterparts? #fledchat

nsulla Apr 5 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2b) Girls learn in early they are not good at Sci & Math (not true but that part of their brain develops later than in boys) #FLedchat

Celeste_Clemons - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2 Society definitely plays a role in this. Girls are not seen enough in these roles & some feel inadequate pursuing these #Fledchat

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:15 PM EDT

So interesting given they have recently been out-scoring boys in math/science standardized tests! Where do they hear this? #FLedChat

nsulla Apr 5 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2b) Girls learn in early they are not good at Sci & Math (not true but that part of their brain develops later than in boys) #FLedchat

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2b. Lack of encouragement, lack of role models (locally), could be a "boys only" type atmosphere. #FLedChat

LREjubilee Apr 5 @ 8:16 PM EDT

I think this is probably the biggest part of it. Archaic gender roles are still heavily influencing child rearing and society. #fledchat

In reply to @lsanders117

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Hitting on what I think is a big part of it. Where are the role models? Who is casting the dream? #FLedChat

Celeste_Clemons - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2 Society definitely plays a role in this. Girls are not seen enough in these roles & some feel inadequate pursuing these #Fledchat

BrookinsBits Apr 5 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Maybe not told "you can't do this" but rather discouraged FROM doing it--not "girly" enough career #fledchat

KamiSchools Apr 5 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: Don't underestimate the passive exclusionary effect of a homogenous industry. It can really feel like u don't fit in #FLedChat

nathan_stevens Apr 5 @ 8:16 PM EDT

I think it comes from people's bias that they do not realize what they are saying #FLedChat

In reply to @NancyeBlackEdu

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Yes! Example: Girls are 49% of high school students, but only 19% of AP Comp Sci students. #FLedChat

In reply to @BrookinsBits

BrookinsBits Apr 5 @ 8:17 PM EDT

that was a mouthful! #fledchat ;) true!

In reply to @KamiSchools

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:17 PM EDT

That was pretty awesome! #FLedChat

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @NancyeBlackEdu, @TG_Neil

Celeste_Clemons - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2b Also, some girls don't believe they are that great at Science/Math even when they are! I know, I teach them they are brilliant #Fledchat

TechCoach_Holli Apr 5 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: I think history has defined the roles and occupations women have typically occupied. #fledchat

LREjubilee Apr 5 @ 8:17 PM EDT

I'm wondering if parents or teachers are playing a large role in influencing the academic choices that girls make? #fledchat

In reply to @kmichellehowell

MsWallRocks Apr 5 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: Too often I see only boys encouraged to pursue STEM. I dont think it is intentional but an inherit/ingrained stereotype #FLedChat

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:18 PM EDT

This is a really interesting challenge for us to consider and overcome. #FLedChat

lsanders117 Apr 5 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2: tradition. Often we follow in our parents footsteps (or something close) breaking tradition can be difficult. #fledchat

KristinCHarr - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Great! I know this isn't STEM, but our @FPCHS Fire Academy is 50% girls (or close). It is a great program :). #FLedChat

In reply to @jswiatek, @FPCHS

KristinCHarr - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:18 PM EDT

True Story :) #FLedChat

nathan_stevens Apr 5 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2b because we need more mentors like @TG_Neil #fledchat #suckupchat
In reply to @NancyeBlackEdu, @TG_Neil

nsulla Apr 5 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Girls develop lang skills 1st; analytic skills later; it makes them think they're not good at sci/math; by 8, the brain is devlped #FLEDchat

In reply to @NancyeBlackEdu

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Getting closer to matching, Jerry! That's encouraging. #FLedChat

In reply to @jswiatek

BrookinsBits Apr 5 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Are cheerleading, majorettes glamorized at our schools? Are "nerds" not glamorized? Perhaps this is a stigma? #fledchat

midskoolmot Apr 5 @ 8:18 PM EDT

I'm late. Sorry guys. #fledchat

midskoolmot Apr 5 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Burton. Pensacola. 6th grade math #fledchat

BrookinsBits Apr 5 @ 8:19 PM EDT

I bet! I'd love to read some of your observations sometime. #Fledchat

In reply to @KamiSchools

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Those implicit negative messages are very difficult to overcome... since as you say, not doing it on purpose! #FLedChat

In reply to @nathan_stevens

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:19 PM EDT

I think so--I know personally of Ts who don't like to teach science or math b/c they feel they aren't good at it. #FLedChat

In reply to @LREjubilee

EastsideAP Apr 5 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Hey #FLedChat , cool to jump in late?? Elementary AP from Brooksville Fl

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Q3: How do media (books, movies, social media, etc.) encourage or discourage girls to consider STEM classes, clubs, & careers? #FLedChat

EDUcre8ive Apr 5 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2: just go to grocery store. How are girls & women depicted on magazine covers? Message for girls & their place is clear. #FLedchat

BrookinsBits Apr 5 @ 8:20 PM EDT

I'm wondering if sports and association to sports, are more publicized than science #Fledchat

Celeste_Clemons - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2 I also notice that when girls take on lead roles they are "bossy" but boys are considered assertive. I see this in my own class #fledchat

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Yes, I do think that a lack of engaging curriculum is part of it. #FLedChat

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A2a. Lots of reasons--lack of encouragement, lack of models, STEM not done hands-on, but only from book. #FLedChat

nathan_stevens Apr 5 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Especially when they come from people you look up to #FLedChat

In reply to @NancyeBlackEdu

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:20 PM EDT

What's up, Burton!? #FLedChat

In reply to @midskoolmot

LREjubilee Apr 5 @ 8:20 PM EDT

oooh hadn't thought of that. I feel that way about history.... #fledchat

In reply to @kmichellehowell

mtartaro Apr 5 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Q1 - Good evening I'm a little late! Marc here from Georgia. I am an Technology Integration Specialist. #fledchat

geographywee Apr 5 @ 8:21 PM EDT

I suspect "traditional ed" stereotypes? In the 80's - can we blame "Working Girl?" Tech was in the domain of male - RadioShack! #FLedChat

midskoolmot Apr 5 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Excited to be here. How about you? #fledchat

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:20 PM EDT

What's up, Burton!? #FLedChat
In reply to @midskoolmot

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Jump on in, the conversation is just getting started! And welcome! #FLedChat

In reply to @EastsideAP

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Perfect segue for question 3 about media! #FLedChat

EDUcre8ive Apr 5 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2: just go to grocery store. How are girls & women depicted on magazine covers? Message for girls & their place is clear. #FLedchat

nathan_stevens Apr 5 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A3 see exhibit A Clueless #FLedChat

In reply to @NancyeBlackEdu

BrookinsBits Apr 5 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A3 Like someone just mentioned (screen is flying!) Grocery Store magazines make it clear what society expects from females #Fledchat

In reply to @NancyeBlackEdu

Techy5teacher Apr 5 @ 8:21 PM EDT

YASSS!!!! #fledchat "bossy" is a good synonym for how my brain was wording that statement.

Celeste_Clemons - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2 I also notice that when girls take on lead roles they are "bossy" but boys are considered assertive. I see this in my own class #fledchat

lsanders117 Apr 5 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Loved the positive msg sent in the new movie "Hidden Figures"#fledchat

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Q3: How do media (books, movies, social media, etc.) encourage or discourage girls to consider STEM classes, clubs, & careers? #FLedChat

SylviaEllison Apr 5 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3 a lot of stereotypes... maybe hidden biases as well - sometimes we don't know what we think & how they think until we reflect #FLedChat

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Q3: How do media (books, movies, social media, etc.) encourage or discourage girls to consider STEM classes, clubs, & careers? #FLedChat

BrookinsBits Apr 5 @ 8:22 PM EDT

I agree. We all have horned rimmed glasses, hair in bun, and never smile...#fledchat

In reply to @KamiSchools

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Welcome, Marc! #FLedChat

In reply to @mtartaro

BrookinsBits Apr 5 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Hey Celeste! and yes. agreed. #Fledchat

In reply to @Celeste_Clemons

geographywee Apr 5 @ 8:23 PM EDT

BYW sorry I'm tardy to the party! Chris Stephenson. @fstenet board and Director is Academic Tech @StEdsVero #howseslearns #FLedChat

nathan_stevens Apr 5 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3 see exhibit B any other stupid movie #FLEdChat

MsWallRocks Apr 5 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3: There are definitely not enough YA books depicting girls in STEM. #FLedChat

midskoolmot Apr 5 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3: I think it's happening way more than it should. I saw a TedTalk about how we still pigeon hole our kids into gender spec roles #fledchat

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Q3: How do media (books, movies, social media, etc.) encourage or discourage girls to consider STEM classes, clubs, & careers? #FLedChat

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Well, the "smart" girls aren't as attractive as the "popular" ones on TV & in movies, so... It's changing slowly. #FLedChat

SylviaEllison Apr 5 @ 8:23 PM EDT

I think females also buy into the stereotype when we attempt to dress "sexy" instead of professional #fledchat

In reply to @NancyeBlackEdu

MrsCervone_AP Apr 5 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Hi Everyone, Stacy from Tampa- hope its not too late to join in #fledchat

LREjubilee Apr 5 @ 8:24 PM EDT

these messages r often paired with alternate paths like "math = no bueno but _insert kids or marriage_ could work #fledchat

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @NancyeBlackEdu

KristinCHarr - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3: Media stereotypes start with toddler toy commercials, and maybe even earlier, and continue over the years. #FLedChat

geographywee Apr 5 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Q3. Easy! Apparently we are all nerds. Bad hair, bottle bottom glasses and not "cool" - girls mags fuel the other mindset! #FLedChat

KamiSchools Apr 5 @ 8:24 PM EDT

ghostbusters is a good example. Similar movies have almost never had women in the science role + look at the backlash of new movie #FLEdChat

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:24 PM EDT

I said this earlier in the week: busier than a 1-armed paper hanger in a windstorm but good! Thanks for asking! #FLedChat

In reply to @midskoolmot

EDUcre8ive Apr 5 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3: media portrayal? Don't even get me started. & watch out for the fire shooting out my wife's eyes on this topic #threedaughters #FLedChat

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:25 PM EDT

This is tough because it's an multi-generational obstacle to overcome! How many CS teachers are women - like @TG_Neil? #FLedChat

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:19 PM EDT

I think so--I know personally of Ts who don't like to teach science or math b/c they feel they aren't good at it. #FLedChat
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Celeste_Clemons - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A3 Girls have 2 fight against the sterotypes portrayed about them. Some outlets r moving in the right direction but not enough are #fledchat

KamiSchools Apr 5 @ 8:25 PM EDT

What message does that give to a generation of young women? #fledchat

nathan_stevens Apr 5 @ 8:25 PM EDT

You are talking about the M.R.S. degree #FLedChat

In reply to @LREjubilee, @NancyeBlackEdu

TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A3: "Brainy" girls in the media are often seen in glasses and "dowdy" attire. Often portrayed as the "wall flower". #FLedChat

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Never! Come on and join in! Welcome! #FLedChat

In reply to @MrsCervone_AP

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:26 PM EDT

Bring it on! We need to be able to identify these examples if we are going to be able to change them. #FLedChat

In reply to @EDUcre8ive

Celeste_Clemons - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3a the damsel in distress type of girl is so played out, some media outlets need to get with the program #Fledchat

TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:26 PM EDT

I know several that were told to go to college to find a husband. Talk about the MRS degree. #FLedChat

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @LREjubilee, @NancyeBlackEdu

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:26 PM EDT

Wow - ghostbusters and its reception is a really interesting example. What do others think of this? #FLedChat

In reply to @KamiSchools

BrookinsBits Apr 5 @ 8:26 PM EDT

Oh my Word!! #Fledchat

In reply to @TG_Neil, @nathan_stevens, @LREjubilee, @NancyeBlackEdu

nathan_stevens Apr 5 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Wow that is an expensive way to find a date #fledchat

In reply to @TG_Neil, @LREjubilee, @NancyeBlackEdu

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Have you read the book? WOW! Amazing! #FLedChat

In reply to @lsanders117

BrookinsBits Apr 5 @ 8:27 PM EDT

good point! #Fledchat

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @TG_Neil, @LREjubilee, @NancyeBlackEdu

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Let's build on this as we move into question 4! So important! #FLedChat

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Well, the "smart" girls aren't as attractive as the "popular" ones on TV & in movies, so... It's changing slowly. #FLedChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Use to be a sure fire way of landing a "successful" man to take care of the "helpless" female. Blah! #FLedChat

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @LREjubilee, @NancyeBlackEdu

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:27 PM EDT

UGH! I cannot stand that character! #FLedChat

In reply to @Celeste_Clemons

BrookinsBits Apr 5 @ 8:28 PM EDT

I saw we grab the "nerdy" girls, and glam them up :P #fledchat

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Yes!! Where are the YA authors who can change this for an entire generation!? We need you! #FLedChat

MsWallRocks Apr 5 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3: There are definitely not enough YA books depicting girls in STEM. #FLedChat

midskoolmot Apr 5 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A3: this hit home a couple of years ago https://t.co/TSwglLvloA #fledchat

LREjubilee Apr 5 @ 8:28 PM EDT

As a woman fairly recently out of college, I watched this happen and was even assumed to be doing that bc I was in a TEP program. #fledchat

In reply to @BrookinsBits, @TG_Neil, @nathan_stevens, @NancyeBlackEdu

nathan_stevens Apr 5 @ 8:28 PM EDT

I will always accept a sugar mama #fledchat (( @teachintechgal ))

In reply to @TG_Neil, @LREjubilee, @NancyeBlackEdu, @teachintechgal

geographywee Apr 5 @ 8:28 PM EDT

#FLedChat don't get me started on Penelope Pitstop!

Celeste_Clemons - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3a the damsel in distress type of girl is so played out, some media outlets need to get with the program #Fledchat

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Q4: Who are prominent fictional/non-fictional female STEM figures right now? Do they affirm positive or negative stereotypes? Why? #FLedChat

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:29 PM EDT

That you can't be both attractive AND smart. You have to pick one and hide the other. Sad, really! #FLedChat

In reply to @KamiSchools

teachintechgal Apr 5 @ 8:29 PM EDT

#fledchat

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @TG_Neil, @LREjubilee, @NancyeBlackEdu

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:29 PM EDT

I have two, so I get it! #FLedChat

In reply to @EDUcre8ive

BrookinsBits Apr 5 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A4: Funny, I was trying to think of some. None come to mind. #fledchat

BrookinsBits Apr 5 @ 8:30 PM EDT

The Big Bang Theory..? #Fledchat

geographywee Apr 5 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Love that hidden figures helped elevate the discussion that seems to have eroded in late 20th century! #FLedChat

KristinCHarr - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: Rosie Revere Engineer https://t.co/1xHJgpUE4z #FLedChat

cybraryman1 Apr 5 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4 I have Women in #STEM links here: https://t.co/wTq0w3JodG Follow: #WomeninIT #WomeninTech #WomeninTechChat #BUILTBYGIRLS #FLedChat

Celeste_Clemons - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Because women were portrayed in this movie it was dragged down esp alongside a WOC #FLedchat

In reply to @NancyeBlackEdu, @KamiSchools

nathan_stevens Apr 5 @ 8:31 PM EDT

I would post a def leopard pour some sugar on me gif but that could really be taken the wrong way #fledchat

In reply to @teachintechgal, @TG_Neil, @LREjubilee, @NancyeBlackEdu

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:31 PM EDT

I am so sorry to hear this. We must assume and live into the positive potential that women have to succeed in STEM careers #FLedChat

In reply to @LREjubilee, @BrookinsBits, @TG_Neil, @nathan_stevens

braveneutrino Apr 5 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4: How right now is "right now"? #FLedChat #myrightnow

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Q4: Who are prominent fictional/non-fictional female STEM figures right now? Do they affirm positive or negative stereotypes? Why? #FLedChat

nathan_stevens Apr 5 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4 @TG_Neil #FLedChat

In reply to @NancyeBlackEdu, @TG_Neil

SylviaEllison Apr 5 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4 I'm not sure - Black Widow seems to know a lot about STEM ... other 👩🏻‍🎤 super heroes as well - Storm, Electra, etc #fledchat

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Q4: Who are prominent fictional/non-fictional female STEM figures right now? Do they affirm positive or negative stereotypes? Why? #FLedChat

EDUcre8ive Apr 5 @ 8:31 PM EDT

#fledchat

EastsideAP Apr 5 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Absolutely interesting. It received back lash from the first announcement that they switched the lead roles to female scientists #FLedchat

In reply to @NancyeBlackEdu, @KamiSchools

Celeste_Clemons - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:31 PM EDT

And what about Hidden Figures??? What took us so long to show how awesome those women were! Role models essential #Fledchat

In reply to @NancyeBlackEdu, @KamiSchools

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Right now is open to interpretation :) Go for it! #FLedChat

In reply to @braveneutrino

KristinCHarr - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4: Also, Danica McKellar (AKA Winnie Cooper) https://t.co/cHUDyPW1EU #FLedChat

braveneutrino Apr 5 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Hi #fledchat Can I crash your chat? Stacy from stormy NC seeking refuge

KamiSchools Apr 5 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Yep! Can't forget the terrible treatment of Leslie Jones on this very platform! Luckily the ringleader was banned from twitter #fledchat

In reply to @Celeste_Clemons, @NancyeBlackEdu

TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Stacy, you are always welcome! :-) #FLedChat

In reply to @braveneutrino

Techy5teacher Apr 5 @ 8:32 PM EDT

On my gosh my first thought was Mrs. Frizzle! Hahaha #fledchat

In reply to @NancyeBlackEdu

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Isn't that part of the problem? Why can't we automatically start naming our female STEM rockstars? How do we change that? #FLedChat

BrookinsBits Apr 5 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A4: Funny, I was trying to think of some. None come to mind. #fledchat

nathan_stevens Apr 5 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Winnie cooper #fledchat

In reply to @KristinCHarr

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:32 PM EDT

#FLedChat

nathan_stevens Apr 5 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Stacy!!! #fledchat

In reply to @braveneutrino

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Hi, Stacy! #FLedChat

In reply to @braveneutrino

LREjubilee Apr 5 @ 8:33 PM EDT

it's interesting to note because we think society is kind of moving forward but I'm not sure it's moving as fast as we think #fledchat

In reply to @NancyeBlackEdu, @BrookinsBits, @TG_Neil, @nathan_stevens

TechCoach_Holli Apr 5 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Amy Farrah Fowler #TheBigBangTheory #FLedChat

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Of course! Jump on in! #FLedChat

In reply to @braveneutrino

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:34 PM EDT

YES!!! I want to be her! #FLedChat

Techy5teacher Apr 5 @ 8:32 PM EDT

On my gosh my first thought was Mrs. Frizzle! Hahaha #fledchat
In reply to @NancyeBlackEdu

TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A4: I don't think we (society) do a great job highlighting STEM careers in a positive light regardless of gender. #FLedChat

KristinCHarr - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:35 PM EDT

I just want her bus...lol. #FLedChat

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:34 PM EDT
YES!!! I want to be her! #FLedChat
- Techy5teacher Apr 5 @ 8:32 PM EDT
  
  On my gosh my first thought was Mrs. Frizzle! Hahaha #fledchat
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TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Revenge of the Nerds certainly didn't help at all. #FLedChat

Celeste_Clemons - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A4 Look no further Remember this! Real living scientist... #Fledchat

TwitterMoments Feb 3 @ 4:35 PM EST

Scientists are alive and well, and exist in places other than history books. #ActualLivingScientist https://t.co/fpX8dLAn2g

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Agreed! #FLedChat

In reply to @LREjubilee, @NancyeBlackEdu, @BrookinsBits, @TG_Neil, @nathan_stevens

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Miss Frizzle, Winnie Cooper, Mayim Bialik in Big Bang Theory (and real life), Hidden Figures, Ghostbusters --- help or hurt? #FLedChat

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Me too--and her wardrobe! #FLedChat

In reply to @KristinCHarr

KamiSchools Apr 5 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Wyldstyle from the lego movie!#FLEdChat

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:36 PM EDT

OMG!!! Yes! #FLedChat

In reply to @TG_Neil

BrookinsBits Apr 5 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Oooo I forgot about Miss Frizzle. I forgot about her! Nuturing AND sciency! #fledchat

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Great point! Educators can be the leaders in doing better. Kids are with us every day; what message do we send? #FLedChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A4: I don't think we (society) do a great job highlighting STEM careers in a positive light regardless of gender. #FLedChat

nathan_stevens Apr 5 @ 8:37 PM EDT

I don't think we can count the last ghostbusters movie #fledchat

In reply to @NancyeBlackEdu

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Jane Goodall! #FLedChat

MsWallRocks Apr 5 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A4: I know Mayim Bialik because my daughter thinks it's cool she has a PhD in neuroscience in real life! We love Big Bang Theory #FLedChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:38 PM EDT

I never thought of her as a STEM leader. I don't know why I didn't but I didn't. #FLedChat

In reply to @kmichellehowell

rebelmusicteach Apr 5 @ 8:38 PM EDT

I'm not a STEM person but unquestionably, these things help. But it takes a long time for effects to show. #FLedchat

In reply to @NancyeBlackEdu

KristinCHarr - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Check out @ModCloth. https://t.co/XAFkND2750 #FLedChat

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Me too--and her wardrobe! #FLedChat
In reply to @KristinCHarr

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:38 PM EDT

It's been named here, so add your thoughts! Why would it not count? Does it encourage or discourage positive STEM/girl images? #FLedChat

In reply to @nathan_stevens

SylviaEllison Apr 5 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Charlie's Angels? #FLedChat

nathan_stevens Apr 5 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A4 our friends at @littleBits #FLEdChat

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:38 PM EDT

YES! #FLedChat

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Jane Goodall! #FLedChat

nathan_stevens Apr 5 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Not my favorite movie #FLEdChat

In reply to @NancyeBlackEdu

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Not recent, but Rachel Carson! #FLedChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:39 PM EDT

That's at least better than the original. #FLedChat

In reply to @SylviaEllison

EduGladiators Apr 5 @ 8:39 PM EDT

💯Let's talk gifted! #EduGladiators takes a deep dive w/Accelerated Learning! #FLEDchat #edbeat #ProdChat #suptchat #currichat #miched

braveneutrino Apr 5 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Hermione Granger & Violet Baudelaire are amazing #fledchat

Celeste_Clemons - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:39 PM EDT

love that my school has STEM days that focus on each area(science, tech, engin, math)Ss really get to experience this hands on #fledchat

In reply to @TG_Neil

nsulla Apr 5 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A4) Sigourney! I mean, Grace Augustine in Avatar. #FLEDchat

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Isn't that interesting? Her's Roots & Shoots resources are awesome for raising #STEM problem solvers! https://t.co/aEaqgxUKW5 #FLedChat

In reply to @TG_Neil, @kmichellehowell

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Q5: Does your school have a strategic plan to increase the number of girls taking STEM classes & extracurriculars? If so, what? #FLedChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:41 PM EDT

As a kid, I never even thought of her as a scientist. She lived with the apes. We were never exposed to her work as children. #FLedChat

In reply to @NancyeBlackEdu, @kmichellehowell

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Finally--and important here in FL--Marjory Stoneman Douglas. #FLedChat

BrookinsBits Apr 5 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A5: Not that I can tell. #fledchat But, I'm not in the know, either.

rebelmusicteach Apr 5 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Revenge of the Nerds is awful, though, and brazenly/criminally misogynistic. #FLEdChat

In reply to @TG_Neil

mrterborg Apr 5 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Even with the push for STEM? #FLedChat (Mike, MD, EL LMS)

In reply to @TG_Neil

braveneutrino Apr 5 @ 8:42 PM EDT

The most famous and amazing NNNNNAAAATTTTHHHHAAANNNNN #FledChat

In reply to @nathan_stevens

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Can you share more about this and whether it encourages girls to try our STEM classes, clubs or careers? #FLedChat

In reply to @Celeste_Clemons, @TG_Neil

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A5. Not a strategic plan, but I have been asked to start planning something for next year. #FLedChat

SylviaEllison Apr 5 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A5 We don't have a strategic plan .. our focus is on basic literacy for all b/c so many come to us underprepared for HS #FLedChat

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Q5: Does your school have a strategic plan to increase the number of girls taking STEM classes & extracurriculars? If so, what? #FLedChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A5: Our after school Coding Club is about half and half (girls to boys). I hope this will increase our program in the future. #FLedChat

lsanders117 Apr 5 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Maybe a tangent, but there is something to be said for women who quilt or sew.Ttheir knowledge of mathematics is amazing (my mom) #fledchat

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Me either, and that's really sad. #FLedChat

In reply to @TG_Neil, @NancyeBlackEdu

braveneutrino Apr 5 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Have we mentioned Rosalind Franklin - structure of DNA #FLedChat

rebelmusicteach Apr 5 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Hi I'm Emily & I'm dive-bombing late on #FLEdChat like

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:43 PM EDT

That's encouraging! Make it a priority and amazing things may start happening! #FLedChat

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A5. Not a strategic plan, but I have been asked to start planning something for next year. #FLedChat

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Cool! #FLedChat

In reply to @KristinCHarr, @ModCloth

TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:44 PM EDT

We push STEM but I think too many think of it as "play time" or problem solving not as a career development track. #FLedChat

In reply to @mrterborg

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:44 PM EDT

I had to think for a minute. #FLedChat

In reply to @TG_Neil

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Nice! How did you get the invite out? How do you think you reached the girls in your school? #FLedChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A5: Our after school Coding Club is about half and half (girls to boys). I hope this will increase our program in the future. #FLedChat

SylviaEllison Apr 5 @ 8:44 PM EDT

On a personal note, I do have my 9-yr-old in CodorDojo with @techedchase every other Monday - she's learning to code #FLedChat

In reply to @TG_Neil, @techedchase

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:44 PM EDT

So true! #FLedChat

In reply to @lsanders117

braveneutrino Apr 5 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Speaking of Earth Day, how about Rachel Carson? #FledChat

LREjubilee Apr 5 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A5: That's a great Q. I honestly don't know. I won't assume because sometimes if it's not your subject, you just don't know #fledchat

In reply to @NancyeBlackEdu

Celeste_Clemons - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Each quarter is a diff focus all Ss k-5 participate in our School wide STEM days and competitions. Yes, def encouraging to girls! #Fledchat

In reply to @NancyeBlackEdu, @TG_Neil

mrterborg Apr 5 @ 8:44 PM EDT

What's the problem with play time? That's how scientists view their work .... #FLedChat

In reply to @TG_Neil

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Welcome! Glad you are here! #FLedChat

In reply to @rebelmusicteach

TechCoach_Holli Apr 5 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A5: My school has a SciGirls club that meets monthly. Guest speakers are women in STEM professions. #FLedChat

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Welcome, Emily! Glad you're here! #FLedChat

In reply to @rebelmusicteach

TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:45 PM EDT

I promoted within my class and through daily announcements. As a female, I don't take the excuse that it's not for girls. #FLedChat

In reply to @NancyeBlackEdu

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Is she liking it? Do you think it is inspiring confidence? Interest? #FLedChat

In reply to @SylviaEllison, @TG_Neil, @techedchase

braveneutrino Apr 5 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Yes! But, really relevant! #FLedChat

In reply to @kmichellehowell

TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:46 PM EDT

I also encourage them to try. Give it a go. If its not your thing, then at least you know. Better than not trying and not knowing. #FLedChat

In reply to @NancyeBlackEdu

mrterborg Apr 5 @ 8:46 PM EDT

STEM should be a tool, a technology, a means to tell stories and deliver information. A means to an end. Just like writing, etc. #FLedChat

In reply to @TG_Neil

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Stealing this! ;) Thanks! #FLedChat

In reply to @TechCoach_Holli

Techy5teacher Apr 5 @ 8:46 PM EDT

My girls love @TouchDevelop when we code a personal collage or something creative! #CCGATampa #fledchat

LREjubilee Apr 5 @ 8:46 PM EDT

as a middle school T myself, I think there's nothing more appropriate! #fledchat

In reply to @rebelmusicteach

geographywee Apr 5 @ 8:46 PM EDT

We all know Hedy Lamar - only realized recently how important she was! Imagine the female influences today in 50 years time! #FLedChat

rebelmusicteach Apr 5 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A5: In a word, no. At my 85% FRL school, most of the best science/math kids are girls already. #FLEdChat

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Wow! That's incredible. Way to send a message of empowerment! #FLedChat

TechCoach_Holli Apr 5 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A5: My school has a SciGirls club that meets monthly. Guest speakers are women in STEM professions. #FLedChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Nothing wrong with play time. But if we don't also highlight the careers, then we're only doing half the job. #FLedChat

In reply to @mrterborg

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Great minds, Stacy! #FLedChat

In reply to @braveneutrino

Celeste_Clemons - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Our school also partnered with our local PBS to offer coding to our primary grades and their parents #Fledchat

In reply to @NancyeBlackEdu, @TG_Neil

SylviaEllison Apr 5 @ 8:47 PM EDT

She does enjoy .. participated in MakerSpace @EdCampHCPS - was noted as an excellent TCHR by another TCHR #FLedChat

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Is she liking it? Do you think it is inspiring confidence? Interest? #FLedChat
In reply to @SylviaEllison, @TG_Neil, @techedchase

EastsideAP Apr 5 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Love this! @ScienceNana17 let's get it going at EES!! #Fledchat

TechCoach_Holli Apr 5 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A5: My school has a SciGirls club that meets monthly. Guest speakers are women in STEM professions. #FLedChat

nathan_stevens Apr 5 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Most of our best robot builders are girls #fledchat

In reply to @rebelmusicteach

TechCoach_Holli Apr 5 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Take it and RUN!! #FledChat

In reply to @kmichellehowell

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:47 PM EDT

I'm sure it helps that they have you (a woman) as a role model and encourager as well! #FLedChat

In reply to @TG_Neil

mrterborg Apr 5 @ 8:47 PM EDT

You're right, but I also wonder if we push college and career ready a little too much. #FLedChat

In reply to @TG_Neil

cybraryman1 Apr 5 @ 8:47 PM EDT

We don't do enough career prep in all subject areas & on all grade levels. My Careers page https://t.co/5g3ofDiown Try @thrively #FLedchat

braveneutrino Apr 5 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A5: Check out the Women in Science vid Their #Showcase is how they mentor girls in STEM @EnloeWIS #fledchat https://t.co/b0laTePgwX

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Integration of #STEM and the arts can be very powerful for all students, but especially for engaging our girls! #FLedChat

Techy5teacher Apr 5 @ 8:46 PM EDT

My girls love @TouchDevelop when we code a personal collage or something creative! #CCGATampa #fledchat

mrterborg Apr 5 @ 8:48 PM EDT

I think we need this to be natural, innate, like breathing, walking, reading. bicycle riding, etc. Fun. #FLedChat

In reply to @TG_Neil

TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Most definitely. We need to let kids be kids. That's an entirely different topic. #FLedChat

In reply to @mrterborg

rebelmusicteach Apr 5 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Another STEM/maker/band geek character who influenced me was Ellen Hickle from The Adventures of Pete & Pete. She ruled. #FLEdChat

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:48 PM EDT

I started listening to The Innovators & it's amazing how much women have contributed to STEM! There should be more on the cover! #FLedChat

StuKeroff Apr 5 @ 8:48 PM EDT

#fledchat A5 We hv a middle schl Linux club tht hs bn abt 50% girl since 2012. Younger girls see older girls doing it and want to join.

LREjubilee Apr 5 @ 8:48 PM EDT

#fledchat got me thinking.... are there reverse programs for getting males into more typically feminine roles? i.e. TEACHING

TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:48 PM EDT

I completely agree. #FLedChat

In reply to @mrterborg

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Fantastic!! #FLedChat

In reply to @SylviaEllison, @EdCampHCPS

Techy5teacher Apr 5 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Let me know how I can help. I'm a CCGA Trainer as well, so if you have a group who would like to learn we can chat about that! #fledchat

In reply to @geographywee

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Q6: What ideas, strategies, resources can you share to help others recruit girls into STEM classes, clubs, & careers? #FLedChat

mrterborg Apr 5 @ 8:49 PM EDT

I think we need to buffer them from our adult fears and let them figure out their curiosities. #FLedChat

In reply to @TG_Neil

geographywee Apr 5 @ 8:49 PM EDT

We have Creator Club but mainly boys - girls hang out but some interest generated when I became #picademy @Raspberry_Pi certified #FLedChat

mrterborg Apr 5 @ 8:50 PM EDT

That said, by HS something is lacking. Need to merge the two. #FLedChat

In reply to @TG_Neil

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Very true. If we did more career edu Ss would quickly see how important STEM is to success in many fields & maybe find their niche #FLedChat

cybraryman1 Apr 5 @ 8:47 PM EDT

We don't do enough career prep in all subject areas & on all grade levels. My Careers page https://t.co/5g3ofDiown Try @thrively #FLedchat

SylviaEllison Apr 5 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A6 we need to have more conversations with female students - maj of our M & S tchrs are female ... it's a start #FLedChat

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Q6: What ideas, strategies, resources can you share to help others recruit girls into STEM classes, clubs, & careers? #FLedChat

KristinCHarr - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A6: I really like the idea of integrating the arts, service learning, and Paired Programming. #FLedChat

braveneutrino Apr 5 @ 8:52 PM EDT

https://t.co/b0laTePgwX The Women in Science program @EnloeWIS pairs HS women w/ Elem girls #FledChat It's amazing

In reply to @mrterborg, @TG_Neil, @EnloeWIS

nathan_stevens Apr 5 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A6 ask them what they like to do and apply it #fledchat

In reply to @NancyeBlackEdu

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Nice!! Loved that show. #FLedChat

In reply to @rebelmusicteach

MsWallRocks Apr 5 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A6: I help with Minecraft club at 1 of our MS and we take every girl that wants in.Planning to start GirlsWhoCode club in August. #FLedChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:52 PM EDT

I love this. Of course, we should be thinking about helping all Ss find their best fit. #FLedChat

LREjubilee Apr 5 @ 8:48 PM EDT

#fledchat got me thinking.... are there reverse programs for getting males into more typically feminine roles? i.e. TEACHING

Celeste_Clemons - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A6 Start EARLY! No need to wait until high school. Start in Kindergarten #Fledchat

rlmiller137 Apr 5 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Hey #xplap and #fledChat feel free to stop by #FearlessEdChat and share/explore the lessons failing can bring!

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A6. Let them explore STEM toys--let them see ways that tey could incorporate STEM into their lives. #FLedChat

Celeste_Clemons - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:53 PM EDT

I must interrupt! When you're home sick and your #Fledchat peeps sends this to your house #grateful #winning

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Role models and opportunity to participate are 2 incredible important pieces of the girls in #STEM puzzle. #FLedChat

StuKeroff Apr 5 @ 8:48 PM EDT

#fledchat A5 We hv a middle schl Linux club tht hs bn abt 50% girl since 2012. Younger girls see older girls doing it and want to join.

MsWallRocks Apr 5 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A62: I've found that girls are intimidated/uncomfortable by the high/all boy attendance in Minecraft. #FLedChat

StuKeroff Apr 5 @ 8:53 PM EDT

#fledchat A6 We made a service project out of our club by recycling PCs for needy families. Girls wnt 2 learn tech so they can help people

braveneutrino Apr 5 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Schoolnet is calling me.... #fledchat

LREjubilee Apr 5 @ 8:53 PM EDT

alot of my Twitter chatting has led me to conclude: meaningful education should ubiquitous. Let's take away the silos and teach. #fledchat

In reply to @TG_Neil

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Love seeing this #FLedChat support!! @fstenet

In reply to @Techy5teacher, @geographywee, @fstenet

TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:54 PM EDT

I'm glad you got it. I hope each one is delicious. Nothing in that box is as sweet as you are. :-) #FLedChat

In reply to @Celeste_Clemons, @kmichellehowell, @dkonopelko, @dene_gainey, @KristinCHarr

mrterborg Apr 5 @ 8:54 PM EDT

We need to figure out what works for individuals and groups Elementary children need to see both genders doing a variety of things #fledchat

In reply to @TG_Neil

jswiatek Apr 5 @ 8:55 PM EDT

#FLedChat...next Wed, 4/12, join me at 7:30PM EDT for a GEG FL event "Google Photos & How to Use in your Classroom - https://t.co/RSo90k1MeY

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:55 PM EDT

YES to all three. Social and purposeful #STEM opportunities are very powerful for all adolescents especially! #FLedChat

KristinCHarr - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A6: I really like the idea of integrating the arts, service learning, and Paired Programming. #FLedChat

kmichellehowell - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Exactly! If we continue to wait that long we will lose a lot of our girls! #FLedChat

In reply to @Celeste_Clemons

nsulla Apr 5 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A6) Present real-world problems that affect people; girls are socially conscious. Like this great project. #FLedchat https://t.co/lg4K5LqMeT

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Girls Who Code is an incredible program w/ amazing results! Def worth checking out. Clubs and summer immersion programs. #FLedChat

MsWallRocks Apr 5 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A6: I help with Minecraft club at 1 of our MS and we take every girl that wants in.Planning to start GirlsWhoCode club in August. #FLedChat

MaKeyLindsay Apr 5 @ 8:56 PM EDT

At @sunnyvalelib we run a great #STEAM Make-HER program w/ female role models for mother-daughter pairs. #FLedChat https://t.co/shGtb1MgVM

TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Great point. Even using images of girls in these problems helps to remove the barriers. #FLedChat

In reply to @nsulla

geographywee Apr 5 @ 8:56 PM EDT

About to bring @girlsontherun to my school...technology in a fitness and self esteem program! #fledChat

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Absolutely!! Girls need to hear messages of empowerment from an early age. #FLedChat

Celeste_Clemons - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A6 Start EARLY! No need to wait until high school. Start in Kindergarten #Fledchat

TheProblemBot Apr 5 @ 8:57 PM EDT

#FLedChat Mama June steps out by the pub…

TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Let's let @NancyeBlackEdu know what a great job she's done tonight. Awesome conversations! #FLedChat

rebelmusicteach Apr 5 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A6: I don't even exist w/in the STEM/STEAM Venn Diagram, but I think you should encourage girls w/ everything they attempt. #FLEdChat

NancyeBlackEdu Apr 5 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Q7: Wow! So many awesome ideas! What's your biggest take away from our #FLedChat tonight?

Celeste_Clemons - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Also @BlackGirlsCode has some major accomplishments under their belts! check them out too! #Fledchat

In reply to @NancyeBlackEdu, @BlackGirlsCode

MaKeyLindsay Apr 5 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Facilitators include #Makered ucators @CorinneTakara @tinkerbellesSJ @TenayaHurst @sciteach212 #FLedChat

geographywee Apr 5 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Love wearable tech and the ideas around #designthinking and technology - the #makerbot @StEdsVero is a point of interest here! #FLedChat

TG_Neil - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Tonight's #FLedChat will be archived later tonight. They are always housed on our website. https://t.co/2K3B32D7eG

rebelmusicteach Apr 5 @ 8:59 PM EDT

A6.1: If you start from a standpoint of encouraging girls, period, that confidence will extend to STEM projects, easy. #FLEdChat

lsanders117 Apr 5 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@NancyeBlackEdu thank you for leading chat tonight! #fledchat

KristinCHarr - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Great chat @NancyeBlackEdu! This topic is very important and timely. #FLedChat

MsWallRocks Apr 5 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Thanks @NancyeBlackEdu. Great chat tonight! Now you've got me thinking! #FLedChat

SylviaEllison Apr 5 @ 8:59 PM EDT

A7 greatest takeaway - new idea > connect STEM/STEAM to #studentedcamp ... what if we encouraged st interest in areas of STEAM #FLedChat