I’ve been an educator for the last fifteen years. During that time, I have always made sure to encourage all of my students to reach for the stars and to strive to accomplish short-term and long-term goals. It is especially important to support students in pursuing careers in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) professions. I’m aware that there is indeed a shortage of inner-city, Latino, and female students who are going into these fields.
Science projects and classroom experiments are often the first opportunity that our children have to participate in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) related activities. But how can we encourage them to take a real interest in these subjects and to understand all of the opportunities that a STEM related career can provide?
On January 16th, Spare Parts will hit theaters nationwide. Spare Parts is based on a true story of four Latino students and their teacher on their quest for a shot at a national robotics contest. This inspirational film will offer parents and teachers a wonderful and engaging way to help get our kids talking about education.
And what better way to celebrate the release of this amazing film than with a fun and insightful Twitter Party with cast members including comedian-actor George Lopez, actor Carlos PenaVega who will share about their personal experiences and answer your questions. And there may be a few surprises along the way so you don’t want to miss it!
Twitter Party Details:
What: Latinos in STEM & Spare Parts Twitter Party
When: Monday, January 12th at 2:30 pm PST/5:30 pm EST
Where: Twitter Hashtags: #SprintSTEM #SpareParts
Who to Follow:
Celebrity Guests: @GeorgeLopez @TheCarlosPena
Co-Hosts: @STEMLatina @SassyMamainLA @CouponMamacita @MamaLatina @NarvaezJorge @LatinMami @MamaNoticias @ToughCookieMom @TeachMe2Save @Lista1
Moderators: @LatinaMomBlogs @LatinoMarketing @JollyMom
Brand: @SprintLatino
Let’s Discuss: What are some of the activities that you, as a child, or your children have had to participate in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) related activities?
Disclosure: This is part of a sponsored campaign with Sprint and Latina Mom Bloggers. However, all opinions expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
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I love twitter parties!! Shoot though… that is tomorrow that it is going on. My Hubs wants to go to Pittsburgh.
So, If I would get back in time, can I just join in using the hashtag?
What a great initiative! The STEM program is so important for our youth. Love that so many talented individuals (including you!) are lending their voices to support the program!
Very cool and fun idea that I am working on for some point! 🙂
What a good idea. I’ve participated in a few twitter parties and they were quite beneficial for a lot of reasons.
Not many. I try to educate my children more in these areas, and the schools are starting to now, but growing up, as a girl, there weren’t that many stem educational opportunities where I lived.
Same here, we didn’t have anything like this. I’m glad that we’re seeing more schools that are starting.
As an educator, writer, and Sprint customer, I love this post! Awesome! Thanks for sharing. I will try to make the Twitter party.
my daughter just participated in rube goldberg contest. It was very exciting how creative the kids were.
I put this on my calendar. It sounds like fun!
Sounds fun. Mainly we have visited science museums. Does that count?
My kids both participated in yearly science fairs in middle and high school. My son also likes working with technology!
What a fun sounding twitter party! The film sounds really interesting as well.
I need to do more in the STEM arena. At this time, my son goes to a STEM club, but I need to do more with my girls and my son. I’ll check in on the Twitter party.
This sounds like a great party. Will tell my daughter in law.
I’m glad there is a Twitter party promoting this. I know there’s a need for more students to be proficient in these areas.
Sounds like this is going to be an awesome event! Can’t wait to see it over on Twitter.
Sounds like a great Twitter party! Looking forward to it.
There is a need to educate all girls that STEM is for them, so I was happy to read about the Twitter party.
I have see the trailer for this movie and I want to watch this with my girls. As a mom I am steering them towards STEM but don’t know if they would be interested.
Sounds like a fun party. I would like my kids to learn more about STEM!
I cant wait for this, Im pretty excited!
Robotics sound like fun. My kids are involved in STEM activities with our local 4-H group.
What a great initiative. I’m sorry I missed the Twitter party. I hope it was a success.