On Saturday, October 31st, computer mania will hit northern Virginia. If you live in the area, head over to the Northern Virginia Community College Annandale Campus for a fun-filled day of technology-related activities for middle school girls, and an opportunity to explore technology-related careers. Parents, teachers, and community members also will participate in the day’s activities. Research shows that in just one day, Computer Mania increases girls’ awareness of and interest in career opportunities in computer science, information technology, engineering, and math and encourages girls to take related, elective classes in local-area middle and high schools. Girls, their parents, and their teachers are provided with an extended morning of fun, hands-on technology-related activities at Computer Mania Day. Although our main focus is to increase girls’ awareness and interest, boys are welcome too! Find out more. Download a flyer

Filed under: Grades 6-8