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Page Contents
- Spring 2021 Graduation Celebration Photo Gallery
- WIT Single Mothers Program Commitment
- WIT Single Mothers’ Program Information
- Sheltering Arms
- Sheltering Arms FAQs
- Sheltering Arms – During COVID-19
- Uber
- Lunch Cards
- Financial Literacy and Nutritional Coaching
- Other Benefits
- Equipment and Materials
- Pre-Course Training
- Saturday Class Schedule :Cybersecurity & Information Security Program
- Zoom Links
- Mornings – Topic Fundamentals of Cybersecurity
- Afternoons – Topic: Fundamentals of Cybersecurity
- Resources
- Emory Resources
- WIT Library of Resources
- Funding Partners:
- Program Partners:
- Emory Continuing Education Cybersecurity: Cyber Security Course
- Fiserv: providing equipment
- HUNTER Technical Resources: Job Placement Services
- Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC): providing Laptops
- Rollins: Providing Meals
- Sheltering Arms: Childcare Services
- Uber: Transportation
- Warrick Dunn Charities: Financial and Health Management Workshops
- WIT Forums
- WrightNow Solutions: Life Skills and Career Readiness
- Emory Contacts
- WIT Contacts
- Single Mothers’ Program Staff
- Emory Cyber Security Program Support Leads
- Class Instructors
- WIT Staff & Volunteers
WIT Single Mothers’ Program Information
Proprietary Disclaimer: The information shared on this webpage is not for public access; and only accessible to the mothers of the WIT Single Mothers Program. - Spring 2021 Graduation Celebration Photo Gallery
Updates
Ladies
It’s hard to believe we’re nearing the end of the Single Mothers’ Program with you all. However, you are a member of the WIT Community for a lifetime and we have other programs you can emerge yourself in as you continue your WIT journey.
WIT would like to invite you to attend our WIT Connect 2021 virtual event. Due to the Covid -19 pandemic, we are hosting the event virtual again this year. WIT Connect is our largest Women In Technology premier fundraising event of the year! WIT Connect is where we focus on the mission of WIT and celebrate by highlighting our WIT Girls and WIT Campus young women along with the impact WIT programs has had on their advancement in STEAM; and the event where we give out scholarship awards.
If you are interested in attending, please register and use the following promo code so you are not charged. This promo code is just for you and we ask that you please not share this.
To register, please go to the WIT Connect events webpage and you will find the registration link there and select “Purchase Your Tickets Here” and you will be redirected to the registration page: https://mywit.org/events/wit-connect/
To attend for FREE – Use Promo-code: CONNECTSMP
You will need to login to your WIT Membership in order to register.
We hope that you take advantage of this great opportunity and attend and witness what WITs mission is all about.
Below are a couple photo’s from previous events. The first 4 reflect the 2019 Connect event held the event at the Aquarium (pre-covid) The rest are of 2020 where we held a virtual event. Trust me when I say the virtual event is as exciting to see!
Thank you,
WIT Team
We’re happy to introduce you to our phenomenal WIT Single Mothers’ Program Family. Our hope is that you take the opportunity to network, get to know each other, share your stories and kickstart your WIT Journey together!
Meet Your Classmates
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Spring 2021 Graduation Celebration Photo Gallery
WIT Single Mothers Program Commitment
Below outlines the commitment that each single mother took when submitting an application to participate in the WIT Single Mothers’ Program.
- 100% attendance is required. Only 1 class can be missed with proven extenuating circumstances, situations beyond your control
- Excused absences include: Life threatening medical condition, death of a family member, hospitalization, severe injury, extreme illness to include high fever/flu, contagious illness where you are incapacitated
- You are responsible for notifying Hamid Arjmand immediately and follow up with proof for the reason why class was missed [Email Mr. Arjmand]
- Doctor excuse, proof of illness or family emergency, etc
WIT Single Mothers’ Program Information
Each person that successfully completes the Cybersecurity Program will have earned a Fundamentals of Cyber Security and Information Security Certificate of Completion from Emory Continuing Education
Sheltering Arms
Child care is provided by Sheltering Arms for the duration of the 12 week course for those that registered in advance.
Should you decide you would like to take advantage of the Sheltering Arms childcare services, if not already enrolled, please contact Tina Litzenberger at tlitzenberger@mywit.org
Location: Barack and Michelle Obama Center, 195 Tuskegee Street SE, Atlanta, GA 30315
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Sheltering Arms FAQs
- There are plenty of parking spaces in front of the building for all drivers
- Parents have a scheduled arrival window and pick-up window; no one is allowed inside the center; we ask a series of questions upon arrival and do a temperature check prior to bringing the child into the center; parents must wear a mask for drop-off and pick-up
- You must inform your Uber driver to wait while you drop off your child, as they are to continue your transportation to take you back home
- Sheltering Arms has created a pre-registration enrollment packet that each single mother must complete
- Each mother using Sheltering Arms childcare is required to complete the childcare forms
- The next slide provides links to all forms to be completed
- The completed forms are to be uploaded via the following link: https://bit.ly/WITSMPShelteringArmsEnrollment2021
- This link also has the childcare pre-registration forms listed for ease of access
- Updated Immunization forms are required
- If a child is running a fever, Sheltering arms asks that the child stay at home
- A child needs to be fever free for 24 hours before they are allowed to return to Sheltering Arms
- Teachers and staff are used to runny noses, etc., but the fever is a non-negotiable, especially given the current pandemic
- Sheltering Arms provides diapers and formula
- Sheltering Arms asks that the mothers provide 2 extra sets of clothing, including undergarments and socks (aside from what they wear to the center that day) in the event it is needed
- Kids will go outside to play on playground (weather permitting) – Ensure you child is dressed appropriately (coat, hat, close toed shoes (prefer sneakers)
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- If your child still uses sippy cups to drink from, you may bring your own (labeled with childs name) otherwise they will be drinking out of standard cups provided by SA
- Sheltering Arms will provide breakfast, lunch and snacks.
- If a child has special dietary needs, you are free to bring their own food and snacks.
- Yes, and there will be a form granting Sheltering Arms permission to administer any medication.
- Sheltering Arms will have staff on hand to direct you as you arrive to the facility. N o parents are allowed in the center due to COVID-19 restrictions
- Sheltering Arms plans to have two age groups (0 2 and 3 5). Because of the mix of students, Sheltering Arms will have three teachers with each group, a floater (who will be the STEAM teacher), a manager/center director and a food prep person.
- Sheltering Arms has a room where the car seats can be stored. SA has protocols in place to mitigate all COVID 19 risks
- Naps are from 12pm-2pm – SA center will provide bedding for each child
- NO BEADS IN HAIR
Sheltering Arms – During COVID-19
- We have protocols in place to mitigate all COVID-19 risks
- We reopened in late June and for drop off and pick up, parents have a scheduled arrival window and pick up window; no one is allowed inside the center; we ask a series of questions upon arrival and do a temperature check prior to bringing the child into the center; parents must wear a mask for drop off and pick up
- All adults are required to wear a mask; no parents are allowed in the center; SA staff escort/carry children into the center and out of the center; children’s masks are optional but would be required for older children (5+)
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Uber
WIT has partnered with the Atlanta Regional Commission and their partner Uber to provide transportation to and from Sheltering Arms. For those who opted to use their services:
- Uber vouchers for the transportation are provided for each day of class
- You will need to load the Uber app on your personal phones to access the Uber transportation vouchers
- For more information and instructions on using Uber Vouchers, please review the PDF: Uber Vouchers Rider Experience
- WIT will distribute the voucher redemption links to access the transportation vouchers a week before the classes start, to those of you who plan to use Uber services
- Travel outside of your residence and Sheltering Arms will not be permitted
Lunch Cards
A $180 Visa gift card has been provided to purchase your lunch for each Saturday during the full 12 weeks of the program. (12 Lunches for each Saturday)
- Gift cards can be used for purchase @ Grocery Store of your choice, UberEATS , GrubHub , restaurants, etc.
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Financial Literacy and Nutritional Coaching
Financial Literacy and Nutritional coaching provided by Warrick Dunn Charities (WDC) as well as the Hearts for Community Service scholarship program
- Financial Literacy Workshop to include 7 virtual workshops comprised of Financial Planning, Banking 360, Credit & Debt Management and Investing in your Future.
- The course to be offered after the Participants have completed the Cyber Security Certificate Course.
- Participants must finish all 7 workshops to be eligible to participate in the “investment account” opportunity.
- If Participants open their investment account (minimum $50) then a $250 contribution will be provided immediately from the COMPANY, to be deposited into the Participant’s investment account.
- From there, COMPANY will do a match $1 for $1 up to another $250 contribution into the Participant’s investment account.
- The investment account opportunity is optional for participants.
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- Sculpt – Nutrition and Health & Wellness – Participants to participate in a one day – 3 hour face to face workshop or COVID-friendly/safer workshop options, generally scheduled annually for participants in November.
- Participants will receive information on shopping on a budget, growing their own produce, staying active, instruction in cooking and they will receive a pantry fill basket. All cooking and pantry ingredients are healthy options.
- Scholarships – each eligible WIT Single Mothers’ Program participants will be invited to apply for the COMPANY’s Hearts for Community Service Scholarship. All applicants for the COMPANY’s Hearts for Community Service Scholarship must meet the following qualifications to be considered:
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- Must be attending, or soon to be attending within the next academic year, a post-secondary institution
- Must be a resident of either Georgia, Florida, or Louisiana; however, can attend school outside of those states
- Must be involved in their community through volunteerism
- Must have a minimum GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 grading scale
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*When you graduate, WIT will work with WDC to complete your enrollment in these courses
Other Benefits
- The top 10 highest scores from those that successfully complete this course will receive job placement services by HUNTER Technical in an entry level position for free
- Membership in WIT: Upon completing the course, you will receive admission to WIT’s monthly Forum events (educational breakfast meetings) for 2 years for free
- Forums are also an opportunity to network and collaborate with peers; gain valuable tips and actionable skills you can apply to your personal growth and development as you listen in on conversations and the discussions from some of the speakers who are influential key leaders from Georgia.
- Forums
- Forums are also an opportunity to network and collaborate with peers; gain valuable tips and actionable skills you can apply to your personal growth and development as you listen in on conversations and the discussions from some of the speakers who are influential key leaders from Georgia.
- Each participant will have the opportunity to learn playbook skills women need to level up your careers and lives by attending various personalized workshops and speaking events for free
- These online courses will help you single mothers get clear on your purpose, goals and envision yourselves with a thriving future
- The one person that receives the highest-class scores for that program calendar year will be recognized at the WIT Woman of The Year annual event and will also be awarded a scholarship to continue their education
Equipment and Materials
- LAPTOPS provided by RNDC – Each participant receives a Laptop to use for the 12 week Cyber Security course
- Monitors, Keyboards and Mouses provided by Fiserv – Each participant receives this equipment as needed, to use for the 12 week Cyber Security course
- Curriculum Books (one for pre-course work & the other two for class course work & labs) – Each participant is provided course materials to use for the Cyber Security course
*Laptops, Equipment and Books outlined above will have to be returned to WIT, should you not complete the course or be disqualified due to missing more than one class
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Pre-Course Training
Pre-Course Training: Virtual – via Zoom
Topic: Introduction to Information Technology – Attendance Required
(Computing Essentials 2021 Course Book)
Time: January 16, 2021 08:30 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
- Jan 16, 2021 08:30 AM
- Jan 23, 2021 08:30 AM
Please download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system.
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89504449095?pwd=MmtHNHlBd2tBNk56akkxM1hlMGNQdz09
Meeting ID: 895 0444 9095
Passcode: 342890
Saturday Class Schedule :
Cybersecurity & Information Security Program
Class Agenda / Schedule – 12 Week Course – Saturdays, starting January 30, 2021 through April 17, 2021
- 8:30 – 9:00am: RESEARCH PRESENTATIONS BY STUDENTS
- 9:00 – 12:30pm: PRESENTATIONS
- 12:30 – 01:30pm: LUNCH
- 1:30 – 05:30pm: LAB
Labs – Hands-on learning through in-class projects. Practice labs are used to improve the overall training experience through increased control, interaction, and scalability.
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Zoom Links
Mornings – Topic Fundamentals of Cybersecurity
WIT 2021-AM Lecture Session
Time: This is a recurring meeting Meet anytime
Meeting ID: 864 7612 4081
Passcode: 469380
Afternoons – Topic: Fundamentals of Cybersecurity
WIT 2021-PM Lab Session
Time: This is a recurring meeting Meet anytime
Meeting ID: 843 6341 5323
Passcode: 503233
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Resources
Emory Resources
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Cyber Security 12-Week Calendar of Dates
Emory – Welcome to Cyber Security Class
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Emory Class Schedule of Topics by Week
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Emory Cyber Security Syllabus
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Class Schedule
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Emory – Learning Management System
Canvas Tool: Used for the course material and exams. You will need your login credentials to access
WIT Library of Resources
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Tech Support Tips
Each laptop has an HDMI port and 2 USB ports. Each monitor also has an HDMI port and HDMI cable. Connect the HDMI cable in each HDMI port from the laptop to the monitor. The Keyboards and Mouse are wireless and come with USB connectors to plug into the laptop USB ports.
Setting up Monitors:
- Use of the monitors can be set up to view/mirror the laptop screen or to use as a second monitor to extend into two different displays. To manage this, go to your laptop screen, right click and select display settings> select Display> select link “setting up multiple monitors” which will/should take you to the following link for further instruction: how to add multiple monitors to your windows 10 pc site:microsoft.com – Bing or google: how to add multiple monitors to your windows 10 pc – Google Search
Setting up Keyboards and Mouse:
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Each laptop has multiple USB ports – the Wireless Keyboards and the Wireless Mouse have USB’s that you will plug into the USB ports on the laptop
- Technical support services are not available for the provided equipment
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WIT Information Kickoff Meeting with Emory ppt
December 16, 2020Information Kickoff – Recorded meeting from December 16, 2020
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Cyber Security Resources: Whitepapers & Documents
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Laptop – Minimum Technical Requirements
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Etiquette for Participating in Virtual Learning
Set up your Laptop, Monitor, and keyboard along with your internet and power connections before day of class
- Check that your headset (if using one) and microphone are working properly before start of class
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- A dry run will be scheduled prior to the Jan 16 th Pre Course work training
- A couple options will be scheduled to accommodate schedules
- Be on time all day (start of day, after breaks and after lunch)
- Camera on, sound off (on mute) unless you are speaking
- Dress appropriately and comfortably
- Participate, stay engaged
- DO NOT multitask, remove outside distractions, phone calls, etc.
- Give your full, focused attention
- Take notes, and don’t be afraid to ask questions
Virtual Learning Video’s to provide more information
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bhDxs6_DWAo
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Videos of Inspiration
Journey of Tye Hayes:
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Interview Consideration
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Funding Partners:
Program Partners:
- Emory Continuing Education Cybersecurity: Cyber Security Course
- Fiserv: providing equipment
- HUNTER Technical Resources: Job Placement Services
- Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC): providing Laptops
- Rollins: Providing Meals
- Sheltering Arms: Childcare Services
- Uber: Transportation
- Warrick Dunn Charities: Financial and Health Management Workshops
- WIT Forums
- WrightNow Solutions: Life Skills and Career Readiness
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Emory Continuing Education Cybersecurity: Cyber Security Course
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Fiserv: providing equipment
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HUNTER Technical Resources: Job Placement Services
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Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC): providing Laptops
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Rollins: Providing Meals
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Sheltering Arms: Childcare Services
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Uber: Transportation
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Warrick Dunn Charities: Financial and Health Management Workshops
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WIT Forums
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WrightNow Solutions: Life Skills and Career Readiness
Providing Life Skills and Career Readiness
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Emory Contacts
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For any questions related to the Cyber Security Course Curriculum (to include contents, assessments, homework, etc.), please contact: Dr. Abi Salimi at asalimi@consortinstitute.com
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If you have any questions or need assistance regarding the Emory course curriculum session schedule, class absence due to extenuating circumstances, concerns regarding your grades or failing the course, please contact Mr. Hamid Arjmand at harjman@emory.edu
WIT Contacts
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If you have questions related to the WIT Single Mothers Program, please contact Tina Litzenberger at tlitzenberger@mywit.org or call 470-264-1784.