Invite Industry Volunteers

to speak to your students

Volunteers can describe their backgrounds and careers, support an activity, and/or give feedback on students' projects.

GUIDANCE FOR Hosting Volunteers

Elementary Hour of Code

Middle Grades Hour of Code

Rubric for Providing Feedback on Student Projects

Guest Speakers not leading Hour of Code (Middle/High)

Tips for Classroom Volunteers

Identify a Volunteer*

- Find a local volunteer
- Find a guest speaker to Skype in (filter for subjects > Computer Science)
- Ask friends or family

* Be sure to check your school’s policy regarding classroom visitors. If you are unsure, please ask your site administrator.

Find a local volunteer

ALternative: Explore Careers

Sometimes, it isn't possible to have volunteers visit the classroom. You can also have students learn about careers.

1. Careers with Code magazines
2. TECHNOLOchicas videos highlighting Latinas in CS careers

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