Learn what it takes to pilot a club! Ken Maschke, P.E.,M. ASCE Tony Cioffi, P.E., M. ASCE Melissa Wu, P.E., M.ASCE

1. Learn what it takes to pilot a club! Ken Maschke, P.E.,M. ASCE Tony Cioffi, P.E., M. ASCE Melissa Wu, P.E., M.ASCE

2. Civil Engineering Club - sponsored by ASCE Benefits of establishing a CE Club • Fun! • Invites new engagement among ASCE members • Advances the profession • Flexible for participants • Generates good will in the community

3. Civil Engineering Club - sponsored by ASCE Why is outreach so important for HS students? • Creates real world connections • Creates awareness of civil engineering • Provides role models and dispels stereotypes • Develops technological literacy • Builds students’ self identification with civil engineering

4. Civil Engineering Club - sponsored by ASCE What is Civil Engineering Club? • After-school club for high school students • Recommended for kids with expressed interest • in engineering/STEM • Student centered • Activity based • Vehicle for creating a sustainable partnership

5. Civil Engineering Club - sponsored by ASCE Key players in this educational partnership: ASCE volunteers provide expertise and personalize the experience! Students Schools High schools offer support and a faculty advisor Students bring interest in engineering and enthusiasm!

6. Civil Engineering Club - sponsored by ASCE WANTED: Fearless Leaders!! Desire to lead Passion! YOU! Students Volunteers Schools Ability to work collaboratively Time

7. Civil Engineering Club - sponsored by ASCE What will CE Club do? • Engineering design projects and field experiences • Club Launch (first meeting) • Bridges Module • Make it Real - Make a Difference • Site visits

8. Plan with Faculty Advisor Civil Engineering Club - sponsored by ASCE Recruit Volunteers Club Launch Get Section/Branch Support Register with ASCE Get Supplies Find a school/recruit a faculty advisor How does the Club work? Ongoing Planning Weekly 60 minute Club meetings * Site Visit Plan for next year Evaluate and Report Club Finale Rinse and Repeat Fundraising? Event with ASCE student chapter?

9. Civil Engineering Club - sponsored by ASCE CE Club Resources from ASCE National • FREE stuff for registered clubs: • CE Club Guide • Club recruitment posters, • membership cards and certificates • Give aways • Posters, books, handouts, etc. Companion Website for high school students : Go Civil! www.asce.org/nextgeneration Stipend for pilot clubs / 2012-2013

10. Civil Engineering Club - sponsored by ASCE CE Club Guide makes it simple! • Introduction • Establishing a partnership • Setting up a Club • Launching a Club • Icebreaker activity • Topic modules – Multiple activities • Provides detailed instruction s for each activity • Offers suggestions for field trips • and community service projects • Includes appendices with helpful support • materials for working with high school students

11. Civil Engineering Club - sponsored by ASCE WANTED: Pilot Clubs for 2012-2013 • Identify school partner / faculty advisor • Find core group of volunteers / Sponsors • Use ASCE Club Guide to educate and promote On your mark Get Set… Go! GO! email: outreach@asce.org

12. Civil Engineering Club - sponsored by ASCE Finding a partner: • PLTW Schools • STEM Academies • Schools with NSBE student chapters • Schools with SHPE student chapters • Schools where you have already been involved Remembering key messages: • Student centered • Engineering partners • Authentic experiences • Supported by ASCE

13. Civil Engineering Club - sponsored by ASCE Financial considerations • Materials and supplies • Transportation • Faculty advisor compensation Potential sources of funding • School budgets (PTA, fundraisers, grants, club dues) • 2012-2013 ASCE stipend • Section, Branch, or YMF • Corporate sponsors (Civil engineering firms, Home Depot, etc.)

14. Civil Engineering Club - sponsored by ASCE Register Your Club! On your mark • Establish firm commitments • Register Club online with • ASCE • Draft club plans Get Set… GO! Go! www.asce.org/Outreach/High-School-Outreach/Civil-Engineering-Club/

15. Civil Engineering Club - sponsored by ASCE Teamwork is key! • Faculty Advisor • Lead engineer • Supporting engineer volunteers • Other local companies, schools, and organizations that provide support

16. Civil Engineering Club - sponsored by ASCE Launch your Club! On your mark Get Set… • Hold Planning Meetings with faculty advisor • Participate in CE Club training • Order the CE Club Kit • Launch your CE Club! GO! Go!

17. Civil Engineering Club - sponsored by ASCE CASE STUDY: City Polytechnic High School Brooklyn, NY 2010-2011 School Year

18. Civil Engineering Club - sponsored by ASCE LESSONS LEARNED: • Start early • Seek strong school and faculty support • Line up supplies in advance • Back-up faculty advisor • Arrange for lots of volunteer back-up • Think early about fundraising options 2011-2012 School Year

19. Civil Engineering Club - sponsored by ASCE COMING UP /2012-2013: • Embracing the club model • Flexibility will be key • Managing time commitments • Role of the Younger Member Forum

20. Civil Engineering Club - sponsored by ASCE Questions? Staff Contact: Leslie Payne Senior Manager, Pre-College Outreach ASCE lpayne@asce.org 703-295-6364