Year 9

STEM Strong Sisters 2024 WFAA Field Trip

In 2024, Noggin kicked off something really special with our very first STEM Strong Sisters class. We created this program because we saw a real need: Black and Hispanic girls are still underrepresented in STEM careers, even though we know they have the talent and potential to thrive. STEM Strong Sisters is our way of opening doors, giving middle school girls the chance to connect with women who are already making their mark in STEM and surrounding them with mentorship and encouragement.

One of the biggest highlights of the year was a field trip to Mary Kay headquarters. The girls didn’t just learn how Mary Kay Ash turned an idea into an empire. They also met a panel of Black and Hispanic women in leadership roles at Mary Kay. From Directors of Global Quality Assurance to engineers, these women shared what it’s like to work in male-dominated fields and how they’ve built a culture of sisterhood, collaboration, and support. For our students, it was more than just a field trip. It was a powerful glimpse into what their own futures could look like.

We also expanded our Summer Robotics Camp into a full week in Dallas, thanks to the incredible support of the Village Giving Circle, Go AeroMx, and the Nissan Foundation. Students from underserved communities got hands-on experience with robotics, coding, and engineering. The highlight of the camp was our Shark Tank Junior competition, where campers worked in teams with industry mentors to design solutions to real-world problems. Their final presentations blew the judges away with creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving. Watching their energy and confidence shine was a reminder of why it is so important to give kids access to these opportunities early on.

Another exciting step forward came through our partnership with JP Morgan Chase’s Force for Good program. As Noggin continued to grow, we knew we needed a better way to manage student and family data. The Force for Good team stepped in and built a customized database that helped us track student progress, meet family needs more effectively, and streamline how we report on impact.

Looking back, 2024 was a year of growth and momentum. From inspiring girls to see themselves as future STEM leaders, to expanding robotics opportunities, to building the tech foundation we need to grow, Noggin is stepped boldly into the future with purpose and vision.

2024 Timeline

February- STEM Strong Sisters Begins

March- Partnership with JP Morgan's Force For Good