Latina Summer Academy 2008
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Purpose

To engage Latina girls in:

  • hands-on activities to explore and develop a sense of eco-responsibility resulting in a commitment to sustainable, or green, living in three major areas energy efficiency, conservation of water and reduction of waste

    developing useful technology skills

  • understanding the importance of technology in personal and community life

  • learn about careers for women in science, technology and mathematics

  • meet and talk with Latin women leaders

Who
  • Latina girls from Nebraska and Iowa  high schools who have completed ninth grade
  • College of Saint Mary Staff & Faculty
  • College of Saint Mary ESL Students
Curriculum

¡VIVE VERDE!

LIVING GREEN!

G

garbage

R

reduce, reuse, recycle

E

energy

E

efficiency

N

neighborhood

Are you aware of Waste?

 

Take a closer, hands-on, look at garbage and waste.

See how Omaha recycles

 

Too time consuming for you? Then let’s reduce and reuse!

Earth, Wind, Fire, Water

 

Can you really fry an egg on the sidewalk?

Is fast food really fast?

 

Is au natural they way to go?

Be an Environmental Advocate for your neighborhood!

 

Monday

lunes

Tuesday

martes

Wednesday

miércoles

Thursday

jueves

Friday

viernes

Sponsors
  • College of Saint Mary
  • COX Communications
  • Wells Fargo Foundation
  • BKD Financial Services