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Project GEMS  is an academy of learning for  middle and high school girls in mathematics especially mathematics as it relates to college and to science and technology.  The purpose is to empower girls with knowledge: knowledge about the power of mathematics, knowledge about community service, knowledge about mentoring and supporting one another.   Project GEMS provides a stimulating environment so that mathematics is seen as interesting, relevant and related to other subjects and to life.  As a result of the foundation provided by this academy,  girls are motivated to take more mathematics courses and consider careers which are mathematically based.  Positive attitudes are nurtured as girls learn about community service and are exposed to successful women role models. Please click on the photo below to view a larger image which will open in a separate browser window.
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GEMS MS 2004
The GEMS Riverside class of 2004. Students create display boards about mathematics, female role models and themselves.
Students receive mathematics instruction in algebra and geometry. Students are able to participate in multiple activities to help them understand mathematics concepts.
Students use hands-on activities to model geometric shapes. Students work cooperatively to reinforce learning.
Project GEMS is an academy of learning for high schol girls in mathematics-especially mathematics as it relates to college. The purpose is to empower girls with knowledge about mathematics, community service, and mentoring and supporting one another. Project GEMS provides a stimulating environment so that mathematics is seen as interesting, relevant and related to life. As a result of the foundation provided by this academy, these girls will be motivated to take more mathematics courses and consider careers which are mathematically based. Positive attitudes are nurtured as girls learn about community service and are exposed to successful women role models.
GEMS HS 2002
Graduation Day for the 2002 GEMS High School students. GEMS integrates many hands-on activities into mathematics lessons.
Participants learn geometry through interactive hands-on lessons. An important component of GEMS was learning about the importance of confidence, positive attitude and appreciation. Students apply geometry lessons to create a "grateful heart" with paper.