 11/12/2008
SHPE National Conference
http://www.shpe.org
The SHPE Conference is the major event for SHPE and the largest technical and career conference for Hispanics in the country.
It will take place at the Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix, Arizona, November 12 – November 16, 2008.
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History
- Founded in 1987
- Part of SHPE's Region II
- Longest running professional development program among all of SHPE Professional Chapters
- Not for profit organization - 501 (c) (3)
Chapter Highlights
- 1992 - Hosted National Career Conference
- 1993 - Hosted Space Day with Dr. Ellen Ochoa
- 1995-1996 - Recognized as Professional Chapter of the Year
- 1999-2000 - Recognized as Region II Professional Chapter of the Year
Strategic Programs
K-12
Mission is to develop an ongoing interactive involvement among elementary students, junior high students, high school students, teachers and our SHPE members.
Scholarship and MentorSHPE
Mission is to award scholarships to high school seniors and college underclassmen for their educational advancement at Arizona Colleges and Universities.
NetDay
Mission of this program is to make internet-ready underprivileged local elementary, junior high, or high schools that currently have no access to computers and the World Wide Web.
Professional Council
Mission is to develop professional programs to enhance membership skills set, cultural awareness, comfort of life and provide networking opportunities.
Student Council
Mission to establish a relationship between SHPE student and professional chapters in order to promote and improve in the areas of mentorship, networking and fundraising.
Professional Development Forum (PDF)
One-day event where Professional Seminars are offered during the day and then we celebrate our success and award scholarships at night during the Gala Banquet. The PDF is scheduled for April 20th, 2002.
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