ACCOLADES FOR EMMA’S COMPUTER SCIENTISTS

“The computer science interests and skills of Emma students just keep getting more impressive,” declares Computer Science and Mathematics Instructor Chiara Shah.

The National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) National Aspirations in Computing Awards are given annually to recognize students’ aptitude and aspirations in technology and computing, as demonstrated by their computing experience and activities, leadership, tenacity, and future plans. This year, Emma had 11 students honored at the regional level, three of whom also won national recognition.

Manasa B. ’23

Ashlyn B. ’24

Vernette B. ’24

Jill C. ’23 *

Sol H. ’24 *

Meli N. ’23

Narmene O. ’24

Pitta T. ’23

Evangeline W. ’23

Cynthia Z. ’24

Teresa Z. ’23 *

It’s no wonder that our computer science students excel. Their mentor, Computer Science Instructor Chiara Shah, was also honored with the Hudson Valley Regional Educator Award from NCWIT. The Aspirations in Computing award identifies exemplary formal and informal educators who play a pivotal role in encouraging 9th–12th grade women, genderqueer, or non-binary students to explore their interest in computing and technology. The award recognizes these educators for their efforts to promote gender equity in computing.