Welcome to ConnectToTech

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Students ...Take workplace tours, try hands-on projects in the classroom or at home, attend local events, and experience a day-in-the-life of various professions. 

Businesses ... Volunteer to meet students, offer job shadow experience or open your doors to student tours. 

Teachers ... bring new concepts into your classroom, apply for grants and meet other technology professionals in your community.

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What's New

 connecttotech logo hiaConnectToTech at the HIA-LI Trade Show - May 24th

ConnectToTech will again be exhibiting at the HIA-LI Trade Show on Thursday, May 24th!  Stop by to meet us and learn more about the programs that we offer - find us in the Workforce Development Pavilion.  It’s free to attend the show, but you must register in advance.

 

 screenweeklogo2-2012  Screen-Free Week April 30 - May 6

This second annual national event is focused on getting children away from TV and computer screens and encouraging them to ride a bike, play catch or find other ways to play and learn.  Locally, CA Technologies and Plainview’s Early Years Institute are partnering to provide local events for families to participate in.  Learn more at the Early Years Institute website.

 

Summer Intern Opportunity!

The Long Island Science Center is looking for students 13 and over to join their staff as summer interns.  Among the things you’ll be involved in are designing and building exhibits as well as helping the staff with programs.  For more information and an application, call them at: 631-208-8000.

 

nasa_logo NASA Education and Programs

NASA offers a variety of educational programs throughout the year at their various sites as well as free webinars and other events.  Learn more about their education programs as well as view their calendar to learn about the other activities they offer.

 

Career Information and Resources

Tech Career Compass: Check out this ‘one-stop shop’ for learning about IT career options, skills development and career advancement.

Microsoft Careers: Offering Internships, Scholarships and Jobs for recent Grads interested in pursuing a career with Microsoft.

Learn more about these and other career resources on our Career Info page.

 

Career Info

Careers in TechnologyFind out which technology career is right for your personality, what types of skills are needed for a career in technology and what other students have to say about technology careers.
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K-12 Programs

Education Programs  Learn about activities that focus on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math). 

 

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Upcoming Events

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“ … The students were impressed with all the technology.  The career education that they received was extremely valuable and hopefully will help them make better career decisions.…”

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Resources

 Science and Tech Career Quiz

 

boy and girl at laptopsHave you ever wondered which career would be right for you? Are you interested in science, technology, engineering or math?

Take this simple quiz to figure out which technology career best fits with your interests and personality. 

 Projects To Try

 

kids at laptop Looking for fun projects to try at home or school? Check out the Projects to Try page and find activities to learn how science works!

Grants and Funding

  

istock_grants_image_smallLearn more about scholarship and grant opportunities from different companies and organizations.  Be sure to check application due dates and requirements!