![]() By Pablo Alacorn Hubbard High School has many great programs including the computers program. One of many classes that is currently offered is the Fundamentals of Information Technology class taught by Mrs. Dmytrow. She is one of three teachers who teaches students about computers and encourages them to pursue a career in computer science. In September, Mrs. Dmytrow encouraged FIT and ITA girls who showed interest in computing to apply for the National Center for Women in Technology (NCWIT) scholarship which helps girls pursue an education in technology. One of the students who applied was Maria Bustamante. In order to enter this competition, Maria had to write three essays and explain what had she done in the computer and technology area, how is she show- ing a leadership in computing to her school and her community, and how her aspirations in computing and technology may influence her future pursuits. Maria didn’t think that she would win because she didn’t have as much experience as other competitors, but she kept an open mind and had a positive attitude. As a result, Maria was selected as an Affiliate Award Winner of the NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing. The award ceremony for winners and runners up in Illinois was held on April 6, 2014 at Triton College. Maria was awarded with a gift card of $100 and two beautiful glass trophy plates: one for her and one for the Hubbard’s Principal Ms. Wiley. Maria’s parents were very proud of her, as well as her Hubbard teachers and her future CS professor from Saint Xavier University. Everybody encouraged her to keep up the good work and continue her interest in computing. This fall, Maria will be attending Saint Xavier University pursuing a double major: Computer Science and Music with a minor in Photography.
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