ITWomen Recognizes 9 High School Women for Computing Achievements
Miami, FL, (February 22 , 2010) – As part of an effort to encourage more young women to choose careers in technology, ITWomen and the National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) will recognize 9 high school women for their accomplishments and aspirations in computing and technology. The award event will be held at the Stadium Club of Florida International University, from 12:00 pm to 2:00pm and will feature opening remarks by Dr. Catherine Ashcraft, Senior Research Scientist , NCWIT and a panel of female Chief Information officers from South Florida.
The NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing was created to acknowledge the computing aspirations of young women, introduce them to leadership opportunities in the field, and generate visibility for women’s participation in computing-related pursuits. Award-winners have been selected for their outstanding aptitude and interest in computing and desire to pursue computing-related studies of occupations. The NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing Affiliate Award program is sponsored by a generous grant from the Motorola Foundation.
The South Florida area 2010 winners are:
Audrey Alpizarr, Miami Lakes BARBARA GOLEMAN SENIOR HIGH
Victoria Coleman, Orlando WINTER PARK HIGH SCHOOL
Jean Amionne, North Miami WILLIAM TURNER TECHNICAL ARTS H.S.
Minhkieu Ly, West Palm Beach THE BENJAMIN SCHOOL
Abygail Mangar, Royal Palm Beach JOHN I. LEONARD HIGH SCHOOL
Jasmine Nelson, Fort Lauderdale SOUTH PLANTATION HIGH SCHOOL
Amanda Persaud, Miramar NOVA HIGH SCHOOL
Rosalia Soto, Pompano Beach DEERFIELD BEACH HIGH SCHOOL
Leslie Zegara, Sunrise ATLANTIC TECHNICAL CENTER