<p></p><p>The GloabThe <b>Global Stem Alliance</b> is recruiting students ages <b>13-17</b> from around the world to participate in pioneering their <b>virtual STEM mentoring programs</b>: <a href="https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fthejunioracademy.us9.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3Db7861b18c36b254281cf528ae%26id%3D5b7f8638a1%26e%3D28a1ae8122&data=02%7C01%7CRIngram3%40schools.nyc.gov%7Cc77f20506db140d69b1908d7f0417017%7C18492cb7ef45456185710c42e5f7ac07%7C0%7C0%7C637242036206124905&sdata=mNvDu5gd4clmH4qyX1HBr%2Bn%2Bp86VcLLk87IcwewRgVo%3D&reserved=0">1000 Girls, 1000 Futures</a> and<a href="https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fthejunioracademy.us9.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3Db7861b18c36b254281cf528ae%26id%3De3af1f17af%26e%3D28a1ae8122&data=02%7C01%7CRIngram3%40schools.nyc.gov%7Cc77f20506db140d69b1908d7f0417017%7C18492cb7ef45456185710c42e5f7ac07%7C0%7C0%7C637242036206134896&sdata=%2FV6t%2FzGsqzY%2BujEBGF8cwZYRI418csfSG10lJvwzNkM%3D&reserved=0"> The Junior Academy</a>. While both programs use online mentoring platforms enabling participants to interact from anywhere in the world, there are a few key elements that make each opportunity unique</p><p><a href="https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fthejunioracademy.us9.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3Db7861b18c36b254281cf528ae%26id%3De5280ba2fd%26e%3D28a1ae8122&data=02%7C01%7CRIngram3%40schools.nyc.gov%7Cc77f20506db140d69b1908d7f0417017%7C18492cb7ef45456185710c42e5f7ac07%7C0%7C0%7C637242036206134896&sdata=CYtWWTeXIVa5nDIe0GzkY7fX5wj8JM4%2FbYF1g813vlU%3D&reserved=0">1000 Girls, 1000 Futures</a> connects STEM-focused high school girls with a network of dynamic, motivated female mentors for a year-long STEM development program. Participants gain access to innovative programming focused on building essential 21st century skills and connect with like-minded peers from around the world! Students must be female-identifying in order to participate.</p><p><a href="https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fthejunioracademy.us9.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3Db7861b18c36b254281cf528ae%26id%3D2d9dca68bc%26e%3D28a1ae8122&data=02%7C01%7CRIngram3%40schools.nyc.gov%7Cc77f20506db140d69b1908d7f0417017%7C18492cb7ef45456185710c42e5f7ac07%7C0%7C0%7C637242036206134896&sdata=y73wWETTG2f1rxZOHRI8vUI2%2F9sHORnpaXo8YlnEfYI%3D&reserved=0">The Junior Academy</a> introduces exceptional students to an online community where they gain access to best-in-class STEM resources and work together to solve real-world problems. STEM professionals mentor student teams during 60-day innovation challenges, with multiple challenges a year for participants to choose from.</p><p>This is an incredible opportunity and we’d love your help in spreading this message! Any 13-17 year old with a passion for STEM and proficiency in English can <a href="https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fthejunioracademy.us9.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3Db7861b18c36b254281cf528ae%26id%3Da3086d7c2a%26e%3D28a1ae8122&data=02%7C01%7CRIngram3%40schools.nyc.gov%7Cc77f20506db140d69b1908d7f0417017%7C18492cb7ef45456185710c42e5f7ac07%7C0%7C0%7C637242036206144896&sdata=Ky2nBfyvtd1Nm4syWGUcq%2BaeAeDcb21RZqV4s%2BC%2BFsg%3D&reserved=0">start their application here.</a> <b>Applications are now open and will be due by July 31st, 2020.</b></p><p>Students are welcome to apply to both programs, if eligible. Students who are already enrolled in The Junior Academy do <b>NOT</b> need to reapply to the program. Students who have participated in 1000 Girls, 1000 Futures and would like to take part in the program again will receive a separate link to sign up. If you have any questions about our programs, please contact the program directly at thejunioracademy@nyas.org and/or 1000girls1000futures@nyas.org. <a href="https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fthejunioracademy.us9.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3Db7861b18c36b254281cf528ae%26id%3D7f5a0289f8%26e%3D28a1ae8122&data=02%7C01%7CRIngram3%40schools.nyc.gov%7Cc77f20506db140d69b1908d7f0417017%7C18492cb7ef45456185710c42e5f7ac07%7C0%7C0%7C637242036206144896&sdata=cQB5rY6ZJoXIdF4jL68MBm7k0IR20t%2BSudEZd9XScBU%3D&reserved=0">Students Apply Here!</a></p>
