2012 Center for Energy Workforce Development SummitNovember 14-16, 2012

Crystal Gateway Marriott• Arlington, VA

NPI Educator Programs

NPI

TEACHERS

STUDENTS

JOBS

CAST, Workshops, Summit

EUREKA

TRA

E3

SOS

International Teacher Exchange

C-MORE

POWER SET and WIT

Power GRID and BRT

The Pearls of POWER SET

Pearls are the world’s oldest gem. They represent the ideals of POWER SET because they symbolize overcoming adversity through hard work,

persistence and tenacity, purity, perfection and feminine charm. They are part of the POWER SET official attire.

Professionalism

CommunityAcademics

Powerful Opportunities for Women Eager and Ready for Science, Engineering and Technology

TARGET

- Female students with strong aptitude in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering

and Math)- Evaluating grades, course load and

behavior

- Gaining national and international attention- Currently In 10 Texas high schools, 220 students- Trips – university, medical facilities, museums,

NASA, etc.- Scholarship opportunities- WIN members and other industry representatives

mentor PS members- PS members mentor younger students

Developing Strong Ties Benefiting All Partners

NPI Develops and Delivers

Academic Programs Engages Teachers

Informs and Recruits Students, Administrators,

Parents, Communities, Elected Officials and

Industry

Students become empowered with

new confidence and knowledge of

career opportunities

Students understand the connection to

current performance and future

employment

Parents and communities are energized by the exciting new relationships while developing

strong support for industry

Industry develops capable, talented and loyal future

employees sooner

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Education

Community

Community

Industry

Industry Outcomes• Fostering good community relations• Contributing to the quality of the future workforce• Building a conduit to the future workforce and

retirements replacements• Improving employee morale• Enhancing employee skills

Student Outcomes• CONFIDENCE, excitement, direction• Maintenance of excellence with STEM focus – 83% vs. 15%• Experiences• Exposure • Opportunities• Internships and scholarships• Expansion of additional programs