Helping Students Open Doors to the Worlds of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math.
Pursuing A Dream Corporation
PO Box 1838
Bowie , MD 20717
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Launch Pad TV is the media outlet for Pursuing A Dream Corporation which provides helpful resources. The show features educational resources, activities, and businesses and professionals with backgrounds in the areas related to science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). In addition, the organization post the Launch Pad Newsletter quarterly and it features more in-depth information.
The new Launch Pad TV purpose is to create an educational community dedicated to exploring educational trends and further showing the impact of S.T.E.M.
The Launch Pad is dedicated to providing educational resources and activities to its viewers.
This segment focused intensely on college preparation, the show's guest included Sue Rogan, Director of Financial Education at Maryland CASH (Creating, Assets, Savings and Hope) Campaign; Samantha Howard, Coordinator of Career Services and Community Relations at Prince George's Community College and Annissa Grimes, Director of Career Services at MedTech College.
Today we spoke with Charlie Garlow of the Electric Vehicle Association of the Greater Washington, DC about the benefits of an electric vehicle and learn energy conservation tips from Pepco.
For those interested in a career in the technology field then this segment of The Launch Pad tackled the topic of how universities are training students for the IT workforce. Representatives from Bowie State University and DeVry University joined us for a great discussion. Also take a tour of The National Radio and Television Museum.
The Launch Pad was joined in the studio by Darryl Barnes, President of Men Aiming Higher and Michelle Dunn, Founder of MYGIFT Program, incorporated to discuss the importance of mentoring youth in the DC Metropolitan area.
Part one of a two part segment that highlights programs that focus on science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). Dr. James Turner, Director of the Percy Julian Institute speaks about the benefits of the program.
Today The Launch Pad had the opportunity to explore new trends in education with representatives from the Society for the Advancement of Hispanics/Chicanos and Native Americans in Science (SACNAS), National Organization for the Professional Advancement of Blacks in Chemistry and Chemical Engineering (NOBCChe). Also we were joined by Dr. Frank Portugal, Clinical Associate Professor of Biology and Director of MS Biotechnology Program.
This segment included an interview with Mr. Isaac Ferebee, an extraordinary local student who shared the keys to his academic success, then we interviewed Imagination Destination, an organization that encourages creativity and teambuilder in K-12 students in Prince George's County, Maryland. Also meet Bomani Armah, local a parent who utilizes a unique approach to home schooling and learn how the U.S. Coast Guard Academy prepares students to work in the twenty first century.
The Launch Pad had the opportunity to interview representatives from the Rockville Science Center and the Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) regarding their S.T.E.M. programs.
Information regarding new car technology that is environmentally friendly.
Video speaks about the importance of S.T.E.M. being integrated into K-12 curriculum.
Video segments can be ordered from the Programs Page. Also shipping and handling fees are included in the price. A portion of each purchase will be contributed to our Pennies for Change and Future Leaders Scholarship (FLS). These scholarship funds were established to give financial support for high school and college students.
The Launch Pad has reached 1,000 viewers since its inception and will close the year in style by providing more informative topics. Here is a sample of the topics to be discussed within the upcoming months.
January 2015
Topic: Importance of Mentoring
March 2015
Topic: 2014 Year In Review
April 2015
Topic: S.T.E.M. Resources
May 2015
Topic: TBA
Don't forget viewers can subscribe to the free quarterly newsletter or watch the show on the organization's YouTube channel.
Don't hesitate to contact us with your questions or comments. Please see our Contact Us page for complete contact information.
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Pursuing A Dream Corporation
PO Box 1838
Bowie , MD 20717
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