Near- Far Nick Croda, Ramanjot Singh, DeAnna Ascencio, Jakelin Santos an organization called Girls Who Code which actively recruits girls to enter into the STEM Worldwide Organization. The program also provides training materials and hackathons at which students can come together to work on a coding problem over the weekend. “It provides networking opportunities for girls to network with other girls.” “My experience in the ITA academy was one to remember,” said Antonette Robinson, former ITA student. “I never knew girls could be so fluent in the industry. I always had this image of men in the tech field. That’s something I no longer picture. I got to go on trips that opened my eyes to new opportunities. Now that I am out of the academy I am trying to figure out how to further my education.” Robinson currently studies at Dev Bootcamp for coding. “I’ve definitely seen our female enrollment increase steadily since I’ve been here,” said Gill. “You hear girls talking about opportunities studying computer science and electrical engineering. When I was in high school, it definitely wasn’t that way.” Born and raised in raised in Richmond, Gill currently lives in Stockton and commutes to his hometown to teach. “I’ve turned down teaching jobs in Central Valley and do this commute every day because of the connection I have with these kids in this community.” “Fix It Days” concluded for this year on Saturday May 28th but come October, there will be more opportunities to receive the complimentary IT help at De Anza High School’s cafeteria. Visit http://wccusdpathways.org/informationtechnology de-anza-high-school/ You can also Contact Ben at dahsitlead@wccusd.net Getting to Know Richmond “Auto, home or business insurance, I can help you. Please call me” 105 YEARS IN RICHMOND 232 Broadway, Richmond, CA 94804 Office: (510) 235-0353 Fax: (510) 235-5058 www.mahays.com - Nico. Ease, Choice, Advice Hablo Espanol Happy Birthday USA! Need Property Management? We Can Help! $99 Flat Fee $99 Flat Fee Includes: • Monthly Rent Collection • Electronic Payments for tenants • Oversee Property Maintenance & Repairs • Bi-Annual Interior Inspection • Monthly Exterior Drive-by • Online Tenant and Owner Portals Save 5% Off Tenant Locator Services • Professional Marketing and Photos • Advertising on 100+ Rental Sites • Comprehensive Tenant Screening • Contract Negotiation and Lease Preparation • Completel Move-in and Move out Inspection (Digitally Recorded) 510-243-1777 BUY LOCAL Richmond Parkway San Pablo Ave. www.cespremierpropertymanagement.com
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