BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Graduate Tacoma - ECPv6.17.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Graduate Tacoma X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://graduatetacoma.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Graduate Tacoma REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20190310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20191103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20200308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20201101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20210314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20211107T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210821T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210821T150000 DTSTAMP:20210709T171955Z CREATED:20210709T171955Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210709T171955Z UID:13658-1629543600-1629558000@graduatetacoma.org SUMMARY:Craft Saturdays at Job Carr Cabin Museum: Corn Husk Action Figures DESCRIPTION:Pick up a free craft kit from the museum porch on Saturday 8/21\, 11 AM-3 PM\, while supplies last. First-come\, first-served. Children can use the materials provided in this take-home craft kit to make a corn husk action figure. URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/craft-saturdays-at-job-carr-cabin-museum-corn-husk-action-figures/ LOCATION:Job Carr Cabin Museum\, 2350 N. 30th St.\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98403\, United States CATEGORIES:Out of School and Summer Learning Network ORGANIZER;CN="Job Carr Cabin Museum":MAILTO:hstewart@jobcarrmuseum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210719T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210806T150000 DTSTAMP:20210420T193058Z CREATED:20210420T193058Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210420T193058Z UID:12723-1626699600-1628262000@graduatetacoma.org SUMMARY:The Math-Science-Leadership Program DESCRIPTION:Purpose: The MSL program encourages and inspires students entering 8th-11th grade to develop a passion for science\, technology\, engineering\, mathematics\, and develop the leadership and academic skills necessary to pursue a career in STEM fields.\nSummer Theme: Climate Change and Climate Justice\nHow will students learn? Over the course of the program\, students will have opportunities to learn about real-world topics\, develop their skill set\, meet professionals in the STEM field\, work on projects\, and make new friends! Students will learn about the science behind climate change\, speak with scientists\, and create projects to help communities.\nDates: July 19th – August 6th\, 2021 (3 weeks)\nTime: M/W/F from 1-3 PM\nWho can apply? Students currently in 7th-10th grade\nRegistration Deadline: Application deadline has been extended to Saturday\, May 1st\, 2021\nHow to register? Email msluwt@uw.edu to apply\nFor Questions: Email the MSL team at msluwt@uw.edu\nFor More Info: Visit the MSL section of https://www.tacoma.uw.edu/uwt/pre-collegiate#permalink-35752 URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/the-math-science-leadership-program/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:General Community,STEAM Learning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://graduatetacoma.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/MSL.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210717T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210717T150000 DTSTAMP:20210709T171938Z CREATED:20210709T171938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210709T171938Z UID:13655-1626519600-1626534000@graduatetacoma.org SUMMARY:Craft Saturdays at Job Carr Cabin Museum: Soap Carving DESCRIPTION:Pick up a free craft kit from the museum porch on Saturday 7/17\, 11 AM-3 PM\, while supplies last. First-come\, first-served. Children can use the materials provided in this take-home craft kit to carve a soap sculpture. URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/craft-saturdays-at-job-carr-cabin-museum-soap-carving/ LOCATION:Job Carr Cabin Museum\, 2350 N. 30th St.\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98403\, United States CATEGORIES:Out of School and Summer Learning Network ORGANIZER;CN="Job Carr Cabin Museum":MAILTO:hstewart@jobcarrmuseum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210716T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210716T180000 DTSTAMP:20210709T171913Z CREATED:20210709T171913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210709T171913Z UID:13662-1626447600-1626458400@graduatetacoma.org SUMMARY:Summer Learning Celebration & Vaccine Clinic DESCRIPTION:National Summer Learning Week is a celebration dedicated to elevating the importance of keeping young people learning\, safe\, and healthy every summer. To celebrate the Out of School and Summer Learning network is partnering with The Boys & Girls Club of South Puget Sound and MultiCare to provide a Covid-19 Vaccine Clinic and Summer Learning Celebration event. Vaccines will be available to anyone 12 years of age and older. This free family event will feature an ice cream truck\, art activities\, and resources from local summer providers such as Hilltop Artists\, KBTC\, Write 253\, and Safe Streets. URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/summer-learning-celebration-vaccine-clinic-2/ LOCATION:Boys & Girls Club – Donald G Topping Regional HOPE Center\, 3875 S 66th St\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98409\, United States CATEGORIES:Out of School and Summer Learning Network ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://graduatetacoma.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Copy-of-Summer-Learning-Celebration-4.png ORGANIZER;CN="Out of School &%3Bamp%3B Summer Learning Network":MAILTO:summerlearning@graduatetacoma.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210712T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210729T120000 DTSTAMP:20210518T222719Z CREATED:20210518T222719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210518T222719Z UID:13163-1626080400-1627560000@graduatetacoma.org SUMMARY:MESA Fun STEM Summer Camp 2021 “Imagining our Future Now” DESCRIPTION:Tacoma/South Puget Sound MESA is offering a virtual series of one-week summer camps for middle school and high school students covering STEM topics\, such as Sound Engineering\, Robotics\, and Food Science. The summer camp is designed to focus on three STEM topics and will be held throughout July 12th- July 29th. Each camp will serve 25 students. Students will be allowed to participate in one camp only\, Monday through Thursday\, and attend a field trip at the end of each camp. \nPurpose: MESA STEM summer weekly camps encourage and inspire students entering 6th- 12th grade to develop a passion for science\, technology\, engineering\, mathematics\, and develop the leadership and academic skills necessary to pursue a career in STEM fields. \nLearning Objective: During the STEM weekly camps\, students will have opportunities to develop their skill set\, meet professionals in the STEM field\, work on projects\, and make new friends! Students will have the opportunity to enroll one in the following camps: Music and Engineering\, Robotics\, or Food Science week camp. \nDates: Monday-Thursday \nJuly 12th-July 15th │Engineering and Music Production\nIn this summer camp\, students will explore and learn STEM concepts about music and sound engineering. in addition to learning how to create/modify sounds\, students will learn about drum beats and patterns. \nJuly 19th-July 22nd │Robotics\nIn this summer camp\, students will explore STEM concepts through computer coding. \nJuly 26th-July 29th │Food Science\nIn this summer camp\, students will explore STEM concepts of food and science connection. \nTime: Middle School│9:00 am-10:30 am\nHigh School │10:30 am-12:00pm \nWho can apply: The camps are designed for middle school and high school students. Students must be entering middle school or high school by Fall of 2021. \nRegistration Deadline: July 8th \nHow to register: Please click on this link to apply: MESA SUMMER CAMP APPLICATION \nQuestions: For further questions please contact MESA’s Education Coordinator Johnnise Moore at johnnise.moore@plu.edu URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/mesa-fun-stem-summer-camp-2021-imagining-our-future-now/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:STEAM Learning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://graduatetacoma.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/SummerCampFlyer-2021.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210629T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210629T180000 DTSTAMP:20210630T075841Z CREATED:20210630T075841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210630T075841Z UID:13633-1624978800-1624989600@graduatetacoma.org SUMMARY:Summer Learning Celebration & Vaccine Clinic DESCRIPTION:The Out of School and Summer Learning Network is partnering with The Boys & Girls Club of South Puget Sound and Multi-Care to provide a Covid-19 Vaccine Clinic and Summer Learning Celebration event. Vaccines will be available to anyone 12 years of age and older. The event will feature free art activities\, an ice cream truck\, and resources from local Tacoma summer providers. URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/summer-learning-celebration-vaccine-clinic/ LOCATION:Boys & Girls Club – Donald G Topping Regional HOPE Center\, 3875 S 66th St\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98409\, United States CATEGORIES:Out of School and Summer Learning Network ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://graduatetacoma.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Copy-of-Summer-Learning-Celebration.png ORGANIZER;CN="Out of School &%3Bamp%3B Summer Learning Network":MAILTO:summerlearning@gradudatetacoma.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210620T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210620T180000 DTSTAMP:20210615T174842Z CREATED:20210615T174842Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210615T174842Z UID:13607-1624204800-1624212000@graduatetacoma.org SUMMARY:College Bound Survival Guide DESCRIPTION:Congratulations\, in a few months you will be on your way to college! But beyond classes\, clubs\, and dorm life\, there are a ton of new responsibilities you will need to pick up as you ease your way into adulthood. This course will talk about all those small details (like budgeting\, time management\, and feeding yourself) to make the transition to college life a whole lot easier. Feel free to bring your questions and join this crash course in getting prepared for the next four years. \nThis event is great for the class of 2021\, 2022\, and their parents! URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/college-bound-survival-guide/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Tacoma College Support Network ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://graduatetacoma.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/survival.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210601T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210601T130000 DTSTAMP:20210525T064807Z CREATED:20210525T064807Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210525T064807Z UID:13297-1622547000-1622552400@graduatetacoma.org SUMMARY:Pierce County ELO Fund Info Session DESCRIPTION:In May 2021\, Pierce County allocated funds to the Foundation for Tacoma Students to support programming that focuses on children’s social-emotional\, mental health\, and academic needs. These programs will enhance in-school learning by supporting the holistic social-emotional learning needs of children and youth as they re-acclimate to in-person school and learning environments in 2021 and 2022. \nThrough the Pierce County ELO Fund\, Pierce County and FFTS seek to support organizations and programs that recognize and address disparities in access and opportunity for low-income youth and children of color. \nFFTS is hosting a series of information sessions for prospective applicants. A recording of the June 1st information session will be available on the ELO Fund webpage. All questions can be sent to FFTS at grants@graduatetacoma.org.  \n\nJune 1\, 2021 | 11:30 AM – 1 PM | Register\nJune 4\, 2021 | 11:30 AM – 1 PM | Register\nJune 8\, 2021 | 11:30 AM – 1 PM | Register\nJune 17\, 2021 | 11 AM – 12:30 PM | Register URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/pierce-county-elo-fund-info-session/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Foundation for Tacoma Students ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://graduatetacoma.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/AdobeStock_376595071-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210521T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210521T100000 DTSTAMP:20210414T090932Z CREATED:20210414T090932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210414T090932Z UID:12461-1621585800-1621591200@graduatetacoma.org SUMMARY:TCSN Gathering DESCRIPTION:The Tacoma College Support Network gathers once a month and convenes organizations and individuals all working together to support our students through their educational and post secondary careers. TCSN is dedicated to increasing the number and percentage of Tacoma Public Schools graduates\, especially students of color and those impacted by poverty\, who enroll in a right-fit college or technical school the year after graduation and who successfully complete a degree or technical certificate. \nFor meeting agendas and notes\, please go here: https://secure.everyaction.com/L5iK2mR2tUmXrbdTR4FFxQ2 \n————————————————————– \nThe Tacoma College Support Network (TCSN) is one of five networks that are part of the Graduate Tacoma Movement. In addition to TCSN\, there is Early Learning Reading Network (ELRN)\, Out of School and Summer Learning (OSSLN)\, STEAM (Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, Art\, Math)\, and Graduate Tacoma Advocacy Network (GTAN). \nThe Graduate Tacoma movement is 350+ community partners strong. We are parents and educators\, early learning and higher education\, business and labor\, youth and community service\, civic and philanthropy\, local government and communities of faith – all aligning our work together to impact student success. \nFFTS helps align organizations\, institutions\, and individuals around positive outcomes for students cradle to career. We do this through connecting & convening to engage in coordinated effort\, data transparency & analysis to ensure informed strategies and outcomes\, professional development & continuous improvement in order to provide research backed interventions\, aligned funding to secure community informed tactics\, and policy/advocacy to cement systematic change. URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/tcsn-gathering/ LOCATION:Zoom: Register to Get Link CATEGORIES:Tacoma College Support Network ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://graduatetacoma.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/tcsn-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210519T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210519T130000 DTSTAMP:20210512T085944Z CREATED:20210512T085944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210512T085944Z UID:13121-1621425600-1621429200@graduatetacoma.org SUMMARY:Safe Streets Champion Luncheon DESCRIPTION:The past year has brought change\, trauma\, and increasing awareness of pervasive inequity. \nJoin us for an inspiring keynote from Annie Jones-Barnes about how we can emerge from the pandemic ready to build connection\, work towards equity and make a change. The program will also feature Bethany from Power 2 the Poetry who will be delivering a powerful spoken-word performance that will leave you feeling inspired\, empowered\, and educated. \nVisit safest.org/luncheon to secure your spot today! \nThis virtual event is helping raise funds for Safe Streets’ programs. Your support can help provide youth and community members in Pierce County the essential resources they need to care for one another and thrive in their schools and neighborhoods. URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/safe-streets-champion-luncheon/ LOCATION:WA CATEGORIES:General Community,Out of School and Summer Learning Network ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://graduatetacoma.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Copy-of-Champion-Luncheon-Keynote-Speaker-and-Guest-Perform-Website.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210416T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210416T123000 DTSTAMP:20210414T090700Z CREATED:20210414T090700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210414T090700Z UID:12455-1618572600-1618576200@graduatetacoma.org SUMMARY:Connections We Need: Supporting the Resiliency of Youth and Young Adults DESCRIPTION:This year has been tough\, for all of us. If you are a passionate youth development professional (early learning through 12th grade)\, please join us for the Wellness Campaign kick-off. You will hear the vision and mission of “A Mindful State”\, and hear real stories from youth around what support they need from adults around them.\nFollowing this lunch conversation\, there will be a series of summer professional development opportunities led by youth that will help Expanded Learning Opportunity programs and school staff\, support them where they are as they navigate the impacts from the pandemic\, trauma\, and interruption of their social emotional journey. \nThis is an inclusive\, collaborative effort. All are welcome to participate. For questions\, please connect with Kim Rinehardt at (360) 349-1525. \n###\nThe Washington Wellness Project is a unique collaboration between the Washington State Department of Health\, civic leaders\, nonprofit organizations\, healthcare providers\, leading experts in mental health\, and a growing number of incredible people across our state. Each of us is committed to building a community of support as all of us cope with the mental and behavioral health consequences of the global pandemic. \nThe Washington Wellness Project is committed to improving the individual and collective well-being of Washingtonians by: 1. Connecting each other through people-powered communications and conversations. 2. Empowering ourselves with knowledge and tools so we can help ourselves and others. We will soon be launching a digital platform that will bring people together to participate in this important work and enthusiastically invite you to join us! URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/connections-we-need-supporting-the-resiliency-of-youth-and-young-adults/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Out of School and Summer Learning Network ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://graduatetacoma.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/168492188_118928076932028_3843771141925398396_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210416T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210416T100000 DTSTAMP:20210414T091015Z CREATED:20210414T091015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210414T091015Z UID:12458-1618561800-1618567200@graduatetacoma.org SUMMARY:TCSN Gathering DESCRIPTION:The Tacoma College Support Network gathers once a month and convenes organizations and individuals all working together to support our students through their educational and post secondary careers. TCSN is dedicated to increasing the number and percentage of Tacoma Public Schools graduates\, especially students of color and those impacted by poverty\, who enroll in a right-fit college or technical school the year after graduation and who successfully complete a degree or technical certificate. \nFor meeting agendas and notes\, please go here: https://drive.google.com/drive/u/2/folders/1z1jFkXJiQ3kHc7oyI5x9i81RsAKjVuhf \n————————————————————– \nThe Tacoma College Support Network (TCSN) is one of five networks that are part of the Graduate Tacoma Movement. In addition to TCSN\, there is Early Learning Reading Network (ELRN)\, Out of School and Summer Learning (OSSLN)\, STEAM (Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, Art\, Math)\, and Graduate Tacoma Advocacy Network (GTAN). \nThe Graduate Tacoma movement is 350+ community partners strong. We are parents and educators\, early learning and higher education\, business and labor\, youth and community service\, civic and philanthropy\, local government and communities of faith – all aligning our work together to impact student success. \nFFTS helps align organizations\, institutions\, and individuals around positive outcomes for students cradle to career. We do this through connecting & convening to engage in coordinated effort\, data transparency & analysis to ensure informed strategies and outcomes\, professional development & continuous improvement in order to provide research backed interventions\, aligned funding to secure community informed tactics\, and policy/advocacy to cement systematic change. URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/tcsn-gathering-2/ LOCATION:Zoom: Register to Get Link CATEGORIES:Tacoma College Support Network ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://graduatetacoma.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/tcsn.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210415T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210415T130000 DTSTAMP:20210414T090722Z CREATED:20210414T090722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210414T090722Z UID:12446-1618488000-1618491600@graduatetacoma.org SUMMARY:SCOPE Virtual Panel DESCRIPTION:Free SCOPE (Supportive Community of Professional Engineers) virtual panel on how to land an industry role after graduation. \nPanelists include Mara Mckain-Pitts\, Test Engineer at Biomed\, Anika Hidayat\, Associate Systems Engineer at Northrop Grumman\, and Lauren Nakamichi\, Product Engineer at Ridgeline Apps! The panel will also be moderated by Jamie Johnson\, Senior Mechanical Engineering student at St. Martin’s University\, and Emily Anderson\, Azure VM Support Engineer at Microsoft. URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/scope-virtual-panel-2/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:STEAM Learning,Tacoma College Support Network ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://graduatetacoma.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/SCOPE-Email-Headers-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="SCOPE%2C Supportive Community of Professional Engineers":MAILTO:projectscope2020.official@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210413T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210413T100000 DTSTAMP:20210414T091023Z CREATED:20210414T091023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210414T091023Z UID:12463-1618302600-1618308000@graduatetacoma.org SUMMARY:TCSN Gathering DESCRIPTION:The Tacoma College Support Network gathers once a month and convenes organizations and individuals all working together to support our students through their educational and post secondary careers. TCSN is dedicated to increasing the number and percentage of Tacoma Public Schools graduates\, especially students of color and those impacted by poverty\, who enroll in a right-fit college or technical school the year after graduation and who successfully complete a degree or technical certificate. \nFor meeting agendas and notes\, please go here: https://secure.everyaction.com/PaVmUvkHMkOVkgP-cvDkpg2 \n————————————————————– \nThe Tacoma College Support Network (TCSN) is one of five networks that are part of the Graduate Tacoma Movement. In addition to TCSN\, there is Early Learning Reading Network (ELRN)\, Out of School and Summer Learning (OSSLN)\, STEAM (Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, Art\, Math)\, and Graduate Tacoma Advocacy Network (GTAN). \nThe Graduate Tacoma movement is 350+ community partners strong. We are parents and educators\, early learning and higher education\, business and labor\, youth and community service\, civic and philanthropy\, local government and communities of faith – all aligning our work together to impact student success. \nFFTS helps align organizations\, institutions\, and individuals around positive outcomes for students cradle to career. We do this through connecting & convening to engage in coordinated effort\, data transparency & analysis to ensure informed strategies and outcomes\, professional development & continuous improvement in order to provide research backed interventions\, aligned funding to secure community informed tactics\, and policy/advocacy to cement systematic change. URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/tcsn-gathering-3/ LOCATION:Zoom: Register to Get Link CATEGORIES:Tacoma College Support Network ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://graduatetacoma.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/tcsn-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210406T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210406T160000 DTSTAMP:20210204T103721Z CREATED:20210204T103721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210204T103721Z UID:12105-1617699600-1617724800@graduatetacoma.org SUMMARY:Graduate Tacoma Learning Conference DESCRIPTION:More information to come.  URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/graduate-tacoma-learning-conference/ LOCATION:WA CATEGORIES:General Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://graduatetacoma.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Q8A0386_1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210324T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210324T130000 DTSTAMP:20210204T111227Z CREATED:20210204T111227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210204T111227Z UID:12129-1616585400-1616590800@graduatetacoma.org SUMMARY:The State of Youth DESCRIPTION:Champion and celebrate youth potential with a highly anticipated panel discussion about how youth development\, equity\, and education intersect in today’s world.\n \nFunds raised help local youth achieve their full potential by providing formative experiences\, leadership opportunities\, and valuable peer and mentor connections through Girl Scouts. URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/the-state-of-youth/ LOCATION:WA CATEGORIES:General Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://graduatetacoma.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/kids-walking.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210304T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210304T130000 DTSTAMP:20210225T182310Z CREATED:20210225T182310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210225T182310Z UID:12347-1614859200-1614862800@graduatetacoma.org SUMMARY:SCOPE Virtual Panel DESCRIPTION:Join us for a conversation with Paul Candler\, PE\, Owner at A.E. Goodrick Company; Michale Hale\, PE\, MEM\, Engineering/STEM Mentor at Tacoma Community College; and Amy Anderson\, PE\, and Professional Engineer at the City of Tacoma about preparing for a career in engineering! \nHosted by SCOPE\, Support Community of Professional Engineers\, to leverage our community to empower our future engineers in defining their own career scopes! \nThis event is sponsored by Murraysmith\, Inc. URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/scope-virtual-panel/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Tacoma College Support Network ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://graduatetacoma.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Mar-SCOPE-Flyer-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="SCOPE%2C Supportive Community of Professional Engineers":MAILTO:projectscope2020.official@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210304 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210305 DTSTAMP:20210204T102332Z CREATED:20210204T101852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210204T102332Z UID:12016-1614816000-1614902399@graduatetacoma.org SUMMARY:Black Employee Network Scholarship DEADLINE DESCRIPTION:We are excited to share that BEN has launched a $20k scholarship for students of Black or African descent! \nAccess to receive a higher education provides an individual with the tools\, knowledge\, and strategies to improve their lives and impact their community. This is particularly important in the Black community where access to higher education can be inaccessible. In partnership with Amazon Future Engineer (AFE)\, World Wide Operations (WWOps)\, and Tech U\, BEN created this scholarship as one additional step that Amazon can take to help eliminate barriers and provide access. \nThe scholarship is geared towards high school seniors who plan to continue their education and pursue a computer science (CS) or supply chain-related field of study. Recipients of the scholarship will receive $5\,000 per year\, for four years\, towards college tuition\, plus a connection to industry mentors within BEN. Details to sign-up to be a mentor will be shared soon. \nApplications are now open until 1 pm on March 4\, 2021. URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/ben-network-scholarship/ LOCATION:WA CATEGORIES:Tacoma College Support Network ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://graduatetacoma.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/ABEN-Header_2021.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210224T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210224T173000 DTSTAMP:20210206T005150Z CREATED:20210206T005150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210206T005150Z UID:12150-1614182400-1614187800@graduatetacoma.org SUMMARY:The Parent's Role in the Admissions Process DESCRIPTION:Parents play an important role in their students’ college application process.\nUnderstandably\, stress often runs high for the entire family given the different college requirements\, constant admissions changes\, significant costs\, and high expectations. The key to making this process more positive: teamwork. \nJoin Jillian Nataupsky\, Director of College Advising at International College Counselors\, for this free\, interactive webinar. \nParents will learn: \n• When to start helping their child and when to check in\n• How to guide their student in making schedules\, researching colleges\, and getting answers to their questions\n• Ways to be a calming influence throughout the college admissions process\n• Some of the most common mistakes parents make and how to avoid them \nA Q&A will follow the presentation. Send your questions in advance to: Jillian@InternationalCollegeCounselors.com URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/the-parents-role-in-the-admissions-process/ LOCATION:WA CATEGORIES:Tacoma College Support Network ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://graduatetacoma.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/AdobeStock_119150692-scaled.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="InternationalCollegeCounselors":MAILTO:Nicole@InternationalCollegeCounselors.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210220T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210220T110000 DTSTAMP:20210217T190743Z CREATED:20210217T190743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210217T190743Z UID:12170-1613815200-1613818800@graduatetacoma.org SUMMARY:Vohra Nursing Conference Series 2021 DESCRIPTION:Vohra’s Virtual Nursing Conference Series will bring our wound care expertise online\, in order to prepare nurses and other primary caregivers in effective techniques proven to produce quality outcomes. This interactive Conference Series will give you an in depth understanding of different types of wounds and the opportunity to engage with your nurse peers. By attending\, you can also earn one continuing education credit.\nThe next event is February 20\, 2021 from 10-11am ET \nRegistration is FREE. \nSimply download the Vohra Wound Care App below. \napp store cta\ngoogle play cta URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/vohra-nursing-conference-series-2021/ LOCATION:WA CATEGORIES:Out of School and Summer Learning Network ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://graduatetacoma.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/148232812_716248475751388_6247217288886804408_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210217T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210217T200000 DTSTAMP:20210204T104035Z CREATED:20210204T104015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210204T104035Z UID:12109-1613584800-1613592000@graduatetacoma.org SUMMARY:Building Connections DESCRIPTION:A FREE virtual workshop for educators\, care providers\, parents\, and families of children ages 3-8.  Learn engaging strategies for how early math promotes racial equity through Zeno’s 5 Practices.  PLUS an opportunity to receive 3 free math games! \n2 STARS hours available with STARS ID number.  URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/building-connections-3/ LOCATION:WA CATEGORIES:Early Learning and Reading Network,STEAM Learning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://graduatetacoma.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/AdobeStock_234619140-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210216T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210216T163000 DTSTAMP:20210204T105330Z CREATED:20210204T105100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210204T105330Z UID:12116-1613487600-1613493000@graduatetacoma.org SUMMARY:Centering Equity in Adopting and Using Science Instructional Materials and Curriculum DESCRIPTION:A two-part series on building and sustaining an equitable K-12 science curriculum/instructional materials system. This session will include a review of Next Gen Time protocols for adopting instructional materials\, as well as how to use protocols for assessing implementation and providing teacher professional development. Participants will examine their own curriculum/instructional materials support strategies and strategize to incorporate new learnings from this course into their work.  \nNOTE: It is not required to attend both sessions–the sessions are designed to be stand-alone but complementary. \nNOTE: This course offers clock hours (not STEM clock hours). \n\nREGISTER FOR PART ONE\nREGISTER FOR PART TWO URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/centering-equity-in-adopting-and-using-science-instructional-materials-and-curriculum/ LOCATION:WA CATEGORIES:STEAM Learning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/tiff:https://graduatetacoma.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/DSC2781.tif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210211 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210212 DTSTAMP:20210204T103532Z CREATED:20210204T103532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210204T103532Z UID:12103-1613001600-1613087999@graduatetacoma.org SUMMARY:WSOS Baccalaureate Scholarship Deadline DESCRIPTION:The Baccalaureate Scholarship provides up to $22\,500 in financial aid support and access to career-launching support services for students pursuing high-demand STEM and health care majors. This scholarship can be used to cover tuition\, fees and other indirect costs of attendance such as housing\, transportation\, food and more. Funding can be used for any eligible STEM or health care degree at any eligible public or private college or university in Washington state. Learn more about this opportunity here URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/wsos-baccalaureate-scholarship-deadline/ LOCATION:WA CATEGORIES:STEAM Learning,Tacoma College Support Network ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://graduatetacoma.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/AdobeStock_328497000-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210210T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210210T173000 DTSTAMP:20210206T005412Z CREATED:20210206T005412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210206T005412Z UID:12148-1612972800-1612978200@graduatetacoma.org SUMMARY:College Counseling for Students Who Learn Differently DESCRIPTION:This presentation is given by Nicole Jobson\, Director of College Advising at International College Counselors\, and Mark Halpert\, Director of College Advising at 3D Learner. \nIn this Webinar\, parents will \n• Discover how students who learn differently can prepare for and select the best-fit college.\n• Find out how to identify and capitalize on your child’s strengths\, identify and address their challenges and address accommodations in the aftermath of the College Admissions Scandal.\n• Gain insight into how to identify environments and opportunities in high school and in college which may enable their child to thrive. \nThis webinar is free and open to all parents and students in 8th – 12th grades \nA Q&A will follow the presentation. Send your questions in advance to: Nicole@InternationalCollegeCounselors.com URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/college-counseling-for-students-who-learn-differently/ LOCATION:WA CATEGORIES:Tacoma College Support Network ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://graduatetacoma.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/New-and-Notable-Research-Partnership-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="InternationalCollegeCounselors":MAILTO:Nicole@InternationalCollegeCounselors.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210209T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210209T160000 DTSTAMP:20210204T110836Z CREATED:20210204T110836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210204T110836Z UID:12127-1612882800-1612886400@graduatetacoma.org SUMMARY:Youth Development Advocacy Virtual Rally DESCRIPTION:join Schools Out Washington to advocate for Youth Development during the 2021 Legislative session. February 8th – 12th is Youth Development Advocacy Week\, and we will be hosting a virtual rally to build excitement and collective power!\n \nThe goals of the week are to:\n\nshare the legislative priorities of the Washington State Youth Development Strategy Table;\nbuild awareness of the critical supports that youth development programs are providing during the pandemic and beyond;\nget inspired to ensure that all young people have access to expanded learning\, mentoring\, and wrap-around supports that help them reach the future they envision.\n\n \nThis one-hour advocacy kick off will include guest speakers\, interactive art\, talking points for advocacy\, and a social media campaign.\n  URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/youth-development-advocacy-virtual-rally/ LOCATION:WA CATEGORIES:Advocacy,General Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://graduatetacoma.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/AdobeStock_57212947-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210209T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210209T110000 DTSTAMP:20210204T104536Z CREATED:20210204T104459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210204T104536Z UID:12114-1612863000-1612868400@graduatetacoma.org SUMMARY:STEAM Network Meeting DESCRIPTION:Join STEAM community partners on the second Tuesday of every month from 9:30 – 11 AM.  \nSTEAM Network meetings are currently being conducted via ZOOM during Washington state’s Stay Home\, Stay Healthy order in response to COVID-19. Contact STEAM Network Manager for more information STEAM@graduatetacoma.org \nREGISTER ONLINE URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/steam-network-meeting-2/ LOCATION:WA CATEGORIES:STEAM Learning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://graduatetacoma.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/20170614_Embrace_STEM_Girls_LK-461-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210101 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210102 DTSTAMP:20200914T204615Z CREATED:20200914T204615Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200914T204615Z UID:8887-1609459200-1609545599@graduatetacoma.org SUMMARY:Washington State Opportunity Scholarship Opens DESCRIPTION:Washington has one of the fastest growing state economies with more trade\, health care and STEM jobs than we can fill. The Washington State Opportunity Scholarship connects our state’s leading industries with top Washington talent by reducing barriers to education and training and facilitating entry into high-demand careers for Washington students. URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/washington-state-opportunity-scholarship-opens/ LOCATION:WA CATEGORIES:Tacoma College Support Network ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://graduatetacoma.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/AdobeStock_182906632-645x645-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201212T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201212T123000 DTSTAMP:20201103T051013Z CREATED:20201103T051013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201103T051013Z UID:9159-1607770800-1607776200@graduatetacoma.org SUMMARY:Writing Workshop with Renee Simms DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual workshop with writer and educator Renee Simms. Ages 15 to adult. Registration required. \nWe will send the zoom link to your email address one hour before class begins. \nRenee Simms is an associate professor of African American Studies and contributing faculty to English Studies at University of Puget Sound. Originally from Detroit\, she received her B.A. in literature from University of Michigan\, a J.D. from Wayne State University Law School\, and an M.F.A. in creative writing from Arizona State University. Her writing appears in Callaloo\, The Oxford American\, Ecotone\, Literary Hub\, Southwest Review\, North American Review\, The Rumpus\, Salon and elsewhere. She is a 2018 National Endowment for the Arts creative\nwriting fellow\, a 2018 Bread Loaf fiction fellow\, and has received support from Kimbilio Fiction\, Ragdale\, Vermont Studio Center\, and PEN Center. Her debut story collection is Meet behind Mars (Wayne State University Press). URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/writing-workshop-with-renee-simms/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Tacoma College Support Network END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201201T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201201T183000 DTSTAMP:20201103T050807Z CREATED:20201103T050807Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201103T050807Z UID:9156-1606842000-1606847400@graduatetacoma.org SUMMARY:A Conversation and Reading with Poet José Olivarez DESCRIPTION:Join us for a conversation and reading with acclaimed poet José Olivarez. Seattle Hip-Hop Artist Lucid will provide an opening performance. This event is affiliated with Tacoma Reads 2020. Registration is required. Ages 13 to 24. \nThe conversation will be introduced and guided by Kristin Sierra\, Tacoma Public School Teacher-Librarian\, founder of Lincoln High School Project Lit Book Club\, and Cuban-American. \nRegistered attendees will receive a zoom link one hour prior the beginning of the event. Please register online. If you would like a reminder call the week of the event\, send an email titled “José Olivarez Event” to Sara Holloway\, Teen Services Librarian at sholloway@tacomalibrary.org.  Provide your name and phone number in the body of the email.   URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/a-conversation-and-reading-with-poet-jose-olivarez/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Tacoma College Support Network END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201119T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201119T203000 DTSTAMP:20201103T050234Z CREATED:20201103T050234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201103T050234Z UID:9149-1605812400-1605817800@graduatetacoma.org SUMMARY:Nate Marshall Poetry Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual poetry workshop with Nate Marshall\, award winning author\, editor\, poet\, playwright\, educator\, speaker\, and rapper. Presented by Tacoma Public Library and Write253. Registration required. Ages 15 to adult. \nThe Zoom meeting link for this event will be sent one hour before the beginning of the event. Registration is required. Registered attendees are expected to arrive in a timely fashion.  Folks on the waitlist will be allowed in at 7:10 p.m.  \nIf you have any questions please contact sholloway@tacomalibrary.org \nNate Marshall’s book\, Wild Hundreds\, was honored with the Black Caucus of the American Library Association’s award for Poetry Book of the Year and The Great Lakes College Association’s New Writer Award. He is also an editor of The BreakBeat Poets: New American Poetry in the Age of Hip-Hopand he also co-curates The BreakBeat Poets series for Haymarket Books. Marshall co-wrote the play No Blue Memories: The Life of Gwendolyn Brooks with Eve Ewing\, produced by Manual Cinema and commissioned by the Poetry Foundation. He also wrote the audio drama Bruh Rabbit & The Fantastic Telling of Remington Ellis\, Esq.\, which was produced by Make-Believe Association. His last rap album\, Grown came out in 2015 with his group Daily Lyrical Product. His most recent release\, FINNA\, has received rave reviews.  URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/nate-marshall-poetry-workshop/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Tacoma College Support Network END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR