Girls' Jr. DEEP 2023
Inspiring Bright Young Minds!
Girls with an interest in science and engineering will thrive in Girls’ Jr. DEEP! This one-week program will inspire students to tackle fun and fascinating activities and challenges. Participants will conduct experiments, work on engineering design projects and collaborate in an all-girls environment, taught by some of the most amazing female engineering students at U of T!
Program Highlights:
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Exciting and engaging activities that explore various fields of STEM.
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Gain hands-on experience working with real tools and equipment.
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Collaborative and supportive learning environment, where girls work alongside other like-minded students and are encouraged to ask questions, take risks, and think creatively.
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Lead by Undergraduate students who have extensive experience in the STEM-fields, and are passionate about inspiring the next generation of scientists, engineers, and mathematicians.
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Empowering girls to see themselves as future STEM leaders and innovators.
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A fun and exciting atmosphere that encourages girls to explore their passions, try new things, and build lasting friendships with others who share their interests.
Registration Is Open
Registration for the 2023 season will open on April 24, 2023 at 8 AM ET.
When
July 3 - July 7, 2023
August 14 - August 18, 2023 *NEW*
August 21 - August 25, 2023 *NEW*
* See below for detailed schedule
Where
U of T St George Campus
Who
Grades 3/4
Grades 5/6
Grades 7/8
Program Fee
$435 per week
Program Details:
About Girls' Jr. DEEP
Attention all girls in Grades 3-8 – are you ready to dive into the exciting world of STEM?
Get ready to roll up your sleeves and explore science, technology, engineering, and math in our hands-on STEM program just for girls! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced young scientist, our program has something for everyone. We'll help you develop critical thinking skills, boost your confidence, and unleash your inner genius.
So why wait? Sign up today and get ready to unleash your imagination and conquer the world of STEM!
Participants may only attend one week of the Girls' Jr. DEEP program as the content repeats week after week. We would encourage you to consider one of our other Jr. DEEP courses this summer.
Dates
Week 1 — July 3 - July 7, 2023
Week 2 — August 14 - August 18, 2023 *NEW*
Week 3 — August 21 - August 25, 2023 *NEW*
Registration for Girls' Jr. DEEP August 14 – August 25 will open on Thursday, May 25, 2023, at 8:00 AM ET.
Please note that the content for each individual course repeats each week.
Schedule
Monday - Friday – 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM*
Session 1 – 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Nutritional Break 1 – 11:00 AM - 11:40 AM
Session 2 – 11:40 AM - 1:40 PM
Nutritional Break 2 – 1:40 PM - 2:20 PM
Session 3 – 2:20 PM - 4:00 PM
*We offer before care (8:00 AM – 9:00 AM) and after care (4:00 PM – 5:00 PM) free of charge for students in grades 3/4 and 5/6. All students in grade 7/8 will be dismissed at 4 PM.
Grades
This program is offered to girls in Grades 3/4, 5/6 & 7/8 (2022/2023 academic year.)
Creating an Active Account
If this is your first time registering for one of our programs, you will be prompted to create an Active account as you register. If you are successful in getting a spot in the workshop, your spot will be held for you as you complete the registration form, so no need to rush.
Please note that it is not possible to create an account before the registration date.
Waitlist
If you see that a course is waitlisted on the registration page, that means there are no available spaces. If a space opens up in the course, those on the waitlist will be notified immediately in the order that they registered.
Cost
$435/week
Cancellation Policy
A refund or a credit, less a $80 administrative fee is available for cancellation requests received by 11:59 PM ET on the Monday before the session start date. No refunds or credits will be issued after this point. Please note that this charge is to cover administrative processing fees. Thank you for your understanding! For more details regarding cancellation deadlines, please refer to your confirmation email once you have completed the registration process.
Your health and the health of our community are important to us. In light of circumstances around assessing symptoms, refund requests for programs that are received after the cancellation deadline will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Bursaries
Bursaries are available to Canadian citizens, permanent residents and protected persons who demonstrate financial need. See the application form find out more about our bursary application process and to apply.
Questions?
Do you have questions about Girls' Jr. DEEP?
Contact us at outreach@engineering.utoronto.ca
2023 Course Descriptions
Grades 3/4
GJD-1
Girls with an interest in science and engineering will thrive in Girls’ Jr. DEEP! This one-week course will inspire students to tackle fun and fascinating activities and challenges. Participants will conduct experiments, work on engineering design projects and collaborate in an all-girls environment, taught by some of the most amazing female engineering students at U of T!
Disciplines: Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering
Grades 5/6
GJD-2
Girls with an interest in science and engineering will thrive in Girls’ Jr. DEEP! This one-week course will inspire students to tackle fun and fascinating activities and challenges. Participants will conduct experiments, work on engineering design projects and collaborate in an all-girls environment, taught by some of the most amazing female engineering students at U of T!
Disciplines: Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering
Grades 7/8
GJD-3
Girls with an interest in science and engineering will thrive in Girls’ Jr. DEEP! This one-week course will inspire students to tackle fun and fascinating activities and challenges. Participants will conduct experiments, work on engineering design projects and collaborate in an all-girls environment, taught by some of the most amazing female engineering students at U of T!
Disciplines: Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering
Registration is Open
Please Complete the application form using the following link.
Space is limited, register soon!
