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The Junior Board is a youth service opportunity developed to promote the function and growth of Noggin Educational Foundation. The service experience will be designed in such a way that the youth involved will develop leadership and professional skills, network and make connections, and enhance their resumes through service and volunteerism. Junior Board The Junior Board (JB) is a youth service opportunity developed to promote the function and growth of Noggin Educational Foundation. The experience is designed to help youth ages 13-17 develop leadership and professional skills, network and make connections, and enhance their resumes through service and volunteerism. Members engage in vital work that supports the mission of NEF and help spread awareness to key stakeholders (schools, parents, volunteers, donors, and community partners). Membership benefits include: Exciting Opportunities Mentoring by business professionals Earn community service hours Learn professional etiquette Learn about nonprofit executive board membership Attend a NEF Executive Board meeting Receive public recognition of membership Potential for letters of recommendation Collaborate with the CEO and Executive Board of Directors Present the Junior Board opportunity to key community stakeholders Development of important professional skills Administrative Time management and organization Networking Critical thinking Fundraising Communication Public speaking Teamwork Development of critical leadership traits: Grit A Growth Mindset Problem-solving Strategic thinking Apply To inquire about serving on our Junior Board contact us at: admin@nogginfoundation.org Junior Board Dues

Background Check Instructions Back ALL VOLUNTEERS 18 YEARS AND OLDER WHO WILL WORK WITH STUDENTS MUST COMPLETE A BACKGROUND CHECK. The background check portal works best on a desktop or laptop. A fee of $30.00 will be charged for each background check. In some instances, mandatory court costs associated with certain counties may be incurred. 1. Click on the Background Check link on the Join the Movement page . 2. Review text on the Welcome Page and enter the password: noggineducation. Click “Agree and Consent”. 3. Enter personal information. All fields marked with an “*” are required. 4. Click “Next” 5. Review all information to ensure its accuracy before proceeding. If you need to make any corrections you can click on the “Edit” link or the “Previous” button to return to the Personal Information page. 6. Click “Next” or “Complete” to process your search. ***Please note the following*** If you quit without clicking Save, the system will not save your information. Your background check will not be run. You will need to start over from the beginning when you return. If you click Save before you quit, you will be provided with a reference code to enter when you return to the site to pick up where you left off. When returning to the site, on the Welcome Page click: “If you are returning to finish a previous search, then click here.” Enter your last name and reference number to resume your previous search.

Program Overview Tutoring Our private math and ELAR tutoring builds foundational tools that enable our students to achieve success in school and increase college and career readiness. Because our tutors are classroom teachers, they offer valuable experience and expertise to close gaps in learning and meet the needs of each student. Learn More SPED Advocacy Parents enrolled in this program are matched with an Advocate who provides support to assist in obtaining the services and accommodations their child needs at school for learning disabilities or special needs. Learn More S.P.A.R.K S.P.A.R.K (Summers Producing Academically Ready Kids) is a free 6-week program offering math and reading enrichment activities, project-based learning, and career exploration with the goal of reducing or preventing summer learning loss. We partner with organizations that offer summer programs targeting economically disadvantaged youth. Learn More STEM Strong Sisters STEM Strong Sisters is a 12-month program exposing 5th- 8th-grade black and Hispanic girls to STEM. Learn More Robotics Camp Project-based camp providing a strong introduction to the world of Robotics. Learn More Career Chats Speakers from a variety of careers speak to groups of students about their work, education, and background followed by interactive Q&A sessions. Learn More Podcast School Dazed is sponsored by Noggin Educational Foundation and features experts tackling a variety of challenges affecting children’s education from bullying, to gaming, to understanding the “new math”. Learn More

Program Overview Tutoring Our private math and ELAR tutoring builds foundational tools that enable our students to achieve success in school and increase college and career readiness. Because our tutors are classroom teachers, they offer valuable experience and expertise to close gaps in learning and meet the needs of each student. Learn More SPED Advocacy Parents enrolled in this program are matched with an Advocate who provides support to assist in obtaining the services and accommodations their child needs at school for learning disabilities or special needs. Learn More S.P.A.R.K S.P.A.R.K (Summers Producing Academically Ready Kids) is a free 6-week program offering math and reading enrichment activities, project-based learning, and career exploration with the goal of reducing or preventing summer learning loss. We partner with organizations that offer summer programs targeting economically disadvantaged youth. Learn More STEM Strong Sisters STEM Strong Sisters is a 12-month program exposing 5th- 8th-grade black and Hispanic girls to STEM. Learn More Robotics Camp Project-based camp providing a strong introduction to the world of Robotics. Learn More Career Chats Speakers from a variety of careers speak to groups of students about their work, education, and background followed by interactive Q&A sessions. Learn More Podcast School Dazed is sponsored by Noggin Educational Foundation and features experts tackling a variety of challenges affecting children’s education from bullying, to gaming, to understanding the “new math”. Learn More

Be The Light 8K Fun Walk/Run Saturday June 16, 2018 Lake Ridge Elementary School 1020 Lake Ridge Parkway Cedar Hill, TX 75104 Check in and registration - 7:00 am Race Begins - 8:00 am Come walk and run for a great cause! The students we serve receive services and resources for free. Help us to continue to provide free tutoring, fun summer academic enrichment, and other activities for students from low-income families. Be the light to a student in need! Gold Participant Gold participants collect donations for at least $100 in sponsorship,* and will be entered into a drawing to win prizes. *Deadline for sponsorship donations is June 15th. Silver Participant Non-sponsored participation. Registration on site will also be available. Sponsorship Donate to sponsor a participant. Register Now GOLD Register Now SILVER Donate Now $25 Adult $15 Youth $35 Adult $20 Youth ($5 each additional child) Vendor Form Contact Event Coordinator, Jacquetta Haygood for more information. haygoodfamily@att.net , 706-681-3100 Participant Pledge Form

Acerca de Noggin Educational Foundation is looking for passionate and ambitious interns to join our team! We are a Non-Profit organization based in the Dallas/Fort Worth area dedicated to innovative thinking with a heart to serve those most in need in our community. The work we do requires all team members to collaborate, embrace challenges, and commit to flexible thinking. If you are a creative problem-solver, eager to learn, and ready to be challenged, we want to hear from you! Internship Opportunities Nonpr ofit M anagement In tern: Apply here! Intern will: Identify and create content for all social media sites Keep the website up to date Identify and solicit volunteers Develop and implement donor appreciation programs Research and identify grants and other funding sources Assist with planning and implementing events, programs, and fundraising campaigns Help prepare for and attend Board of Directors meetings Work with the executive assistant and CEO to complete administrative tasks and projects as needed Assist other key leaders in the organization Work can be done remotely. Plus if intern is in the DFW area! Hours: 5 hours weekly Job Qualifications Responsible and dependable Punctual Professional Organized Pleasant and polite Proficient in Google Docs Excellent communication skills (written and spoken) Strong knowledge of social media platforms Strong research skills (internet) Podcast Int ern: Apply here! The Podcast, School Dazed: Help For Moms and Dads of School-Aged Kids, features experts tackling a variety of challenges affecting children’s education from bullying, to gaming, to mental health. Intern will: Research ideas for podcast episodes Identify and engage with potential guests Help develop interview questions Develop social media content Work can be done remotely. Plus if volunteer is in the DFW area! Hours: 3 hours weekly Job Qualifications Responsible and dependable Punctual Professional Organized Pleasant and polite Proficient in Google Docs Excellent communication skills (written and spoken) Strong research skills (internet) Audio and video experience is a plus Junior Board Coordinator: Apply here! The Junior Board (JB) is a youth service opportunity developed to promote the function and growth of Noggin Educational Foundation. The experience is designed to help youth ages 13-17 develop leadership and professional skills, network and make connections, and enhance their resumes through service and volunteerism. Members engage in vital work that supports the mission of NEF and help spread awareness to key stakeholders (schools, parents, volunteers, donors, and community partners). The Coordinator: Works with a team of high school students in a mentor capacity assisting them in the completion of assignments and projects. Works closely with the Junior Board Director preparing and presenting training materials. Intern will need to be available for in-person meetings in the DFW area. Hours: 2-3 h ours weekly Job Qualifications Responsible and dependable Punctual Professional Organized Pleasant and polite Must have reliable transportation Strong administrative skills Proficient in Google Docs Excellent communication skills (written and spoken)

Fun, interactive robotics camp for students entering 3rd - 6th grades. Robotics Camp Registration Opens April 20th! 2025 Robotics Camp Recap Video Noggin's programs are income-based, and we seek to serve students who would not usually have access to academic programs and camps. Limited space will be available for students who DO NOT qualify for Medicaid or CHIP, and registration will open on June 1st for paying parents. The camp fee is $100 per student. Contact us at coordinator@nogginfoundation.org or call 972-200-3534 to be added to a waiting list if you do not qualify for Medicaid or CHIP. In Summer 2025, Noggin’s Robotics Camp featured the Sphero BOLT—an interactive, app-enabled robot designed to spark creativity and critical thinking. Students learned to program their BOLT using block-based coding and explore real-world applications of science, technology, engineering, and math. The Sphero BOLT helps campers build essential 21st-century skills while having serious fun. 🔗 Learn more about Sphero BOLT 📽️ Watch Sphero BOLT in action And back by popular demand was our Shark Tank Jr. competition!

Toolkit with worksheets to help develop S.M.A.R.T goals and a Growth Mindset. S.M.A.R.T. Goals and Growth Mindset Kit Thank you! Click to Access File NOTE: Download to your computer to use the fillable PDF form. This product is produced by Noggin Educational Foundation and is intended for personal or single classroom use. This product may not reproduced, sold or distributed in any form for profit. © 2024 Noggin Educational Foundation. # of downloads Donate $3 Donate with Paypal Cash App: $NogginFoundation Venmo: @NogginFoundation We provide this product free of charge. If you would like to donate to Noggin we would appreciate your help!

At Noggin we believe that ALL students deserve a shot at a bright future. We are closing the achievement gap by providing tutoring, fun summer enrichment programs, and resources for parents. Virtual Career Chats Many students from low-income families are unaware of the variety of careers that exist. Our program "Career Chat" gives students the opportunity to meet people from different careers, ask questions, and begin to dream of the possibilities. During career chats, professionals from around the country join us virtually to speak to students about their work, education, and background followed by interactive Q&A sessions. Request a Career Chat 1/21

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Noggin Educational Foundation Robotics Summer Camp Cancellation/Refund Policy Cancellation/Refund Policy Camp fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. Refunds of any portion of the camp fees (minus $125 processing fee) may only be made when written notice of cancellation and a request for refund is received by May 1 for the summer camp. No refunds will be offered after May 1. Cancellations Due to Medical or Emergency Circumstances In some cases, refunds may be granted after the cancellation and refund period for medical or emergencies circumstances only. A written notice of cancellation with explanation of medical or emergency circumstances must be provided for a refund request to be considered. Additional documentation such as doctor's note may be requested by Noggin Educational Foundation. Partial or full refunds for medical or emergency circumstances will be at the discretion of Noggin Educational Foundation after reviewing the request. Refunds in full will be offered for campers or household members who have COVID-19 symptoms, exposure, or a positive test within two weeks of the start of camp session. Program Level Cancellation If the summer program is canceled due to insufficient enrollment, a full refund will be issued. Changes in Cancellation and Refund Procedures Noggin Educational Foundation may make changes to cancellation and refund procedures when considering the health and safety of campers and staff. No refunds will be given for campers arriving late, leaving early, dismissal from camp, or inability to attend all or part of a session. All requests for refunds MUST be in writing and emailed to admin@nogginfoundation.org

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