IES Day 2024 Celebrations & "TechFusion: Bridging Skills & Culture for Tomorrow"

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On 30th November 2024, we are hosting a hands-on Pre-University STEM event for students aged 5 to 12, focused on teaching Microsoft Office skills. Students will participate in interactive sessions on MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, learning to create documents, organize data, and design presentations. Volunteers will guide them, introducing essential digital tools for academic growth.

The event also celebrates IES Day with a cake-cutting ceremony and refreshments. Sponsored by IEEE Industrial Electronics Society, it offers volunteers a chance to mentor young students and engage with the community.

Event Objectives:

  1. Teach Basic Computer Skills: Introduce students to MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  2. Hands-on Learning: Engage students in practical activities.
  3. Peer Mentorship: Provide mentorship opportunities for undergraduate volunteers.
  4. Spark Interest in Technology: Inspire excitement about using technology.
  5. Build Confidence: Empower students to use technology independently.
  6. Encourage Teamwork: Foster collaboration between students and mentors.

Event Overview:

  • Training Session: A 30-minute introduction, followed by a 1.5-hour hands-on workshop where students will create documents, spreadsheets, and presentations.
  • Volunteer Engagement: Undergraduate volunteers will mentor small groups, facilitating learning and contributing to the IES Day celebration.
  • IES Day Celebration: Cake-cutting ceremony and refreshments, with stationery kits for students.

Logistics and Resources:

  • Stationery Kits: Distributed to students after the event.
  • Volunteer Assignments: Small groups of 3-4 students per volunteer.
  • Event Management: Managed via Vtools by Dr. Tripura Pidikiti.

Volunteer List:

  1. K. Abhinav Sesha Srinivas
  2. D Venkata Sai Radha Krishna Murthi
  3. B Purushotham
  4. M Chakra Dev Santhosh Pavan Kumar
  5. Jeevan Prasad Gnanavelu
  6. L Santhi Sri
  7. L Manoj Kumar
  8. Harsha Vardhan
  9. K Bhavya Sri
  10. K Nandini
  11. J Hema
  12. B Chervitha
  13. K Sai Sahithya
  14. Y Vedhakshari
  15. B K N Sai Lakshmi
  16. G Jayasree Upasika Bodhi Siri
  17. K Vaishnavi
  18. T Navya Annapurna
  19. R Divya
  20. G Hemalatha
  21. D V Supriya
  22. M Sravani
  23. Dr. Tripura Pidikiti

Outcomes:

  1. Increased Interest in Technology: Sparked curiosity and motivation to explore digital tools.
  2. Positive Mentorship: Volunteers enhanced leadership and communication skills.
  3. Teamwork and Collaboration: Fostered teamwork and peer learning in small groups.
  4. Engaging Experience: Combined learning and celebration for a memorable event.
  5. Appreciation and Motivation: Stationery kits encouraged continued interest in tech skills.

  Date and Time

  Location

  Hosts

  Registration


  • Date: 30 Nov 2024
  • Time: 05:00 AM UTC to 08:00 AM UTC
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  • Z P High school
  • Yanamadala
  • Guntur, Andhra Pradesh
  • India
  • Contact Event Host

  • Dr. Tripura Pidikiti - 9440163204

  • Starts 26 November 2024 06:30 PM UTC
  • Ends 30 November 2024 07:30 AM UTC
  • 7 in-person spaces left!
  • No Admission Charge




Agenda

Program Schedule: Microsoft Office Training for 50 School Students (Ages 5-12)
Date: 30th November 2024

Time

Activity

Details

11:00 AM - 11:10 AM

Welcome and Introduction

Brief welcome, event introduction, and introduction of volunteers.

11:10 AM - 11:40 AM

Microsoft Office Training Session

Volunteers will give a short presentation on MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, explaining the basics of each tool.

11:40 AM - 12:40 PM

Hands-On Learning Session

Students will practice:

- Creating a document in MS Word

- Designing a basic Excel spreadsheet

- Building a simple PowerPoint presentation. Volunteers will guide and assist students.

12:40 PM - 01:10 PM

Culturals

Interactive Games:

Passing the Ball: With background music playing, students and volunteers sit in a circle, and when the music stops, whoever has the ball shares one fun fact or acts out a funny task.

01:10 PM - 01:25 PM

Cake Cutting and Refreshments

Celebration of IES Day with cake cutting and refreshments for students and volunteers.

01:25 PM - 01:40 PM

Stationery Kit Distribution

Distribution of stationery kits to all participating students as a token of appreciation.

1:40PAM - 1:50 PM

Closing Remarks

Thanking volunteers, students, and organizers for their participation and support.

The Microsoft Office training event for school students was a big success. The students learned important computer skills by working with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint in a fun and interactive way. With the help of undergraduate volunteers, the students were able to practice what they learned, building their confidence in using technology.

The event was not only educational but also enjoyable, with hands-on activities and a celebration of IES Day. By including the cake-cutting ceremony and refreshments, we were able to raise awareness about IES Day and its significance among both students and volunteers. The students received stationery kits as a reward, which motivated them to keep learning. Overall, the event helped students get excited about technology, celebrate IES Day, and gain useful skills that will help them in the future.