Student response to Camp T-Equity '95 was impressive.

• When asked, "If you had it to do over again, would you choose to attend Camp T-Equity?" all eight girls responded "yes."
• When asked if they would recommend Camp T-Equity to their friends, all eight girls responded "yes."
• When asked to rate the class on a 1-to-5 scale (1=below average, 5=above average), the average overall rating for Camp T-Equity was 4.25.
• Six of the eight girls responded that their interest in science, mathematics, and technology had increased as a result of their participation in Camp T-Equity; two girls responded that their interest remained the same.
• Six of the eight girls responded that their self-confidence in their ability to do science, mathematics, and technology had increased as a result of their participation in Camp T-Equity; two girls responded that their self-confidence remained the same.
• Four of the eight girls responded that they are now more likely to take science and math classes. Four girls responded that they are just as likely to take science and math classes. (All eight are enrolled in both science and math classes during the '95-96 school year; two are also taking computer science).
• Students were asked, "What would you tell someone thinking about attending Camp T-Equity next summer?"
  • "Clear four weeks for camp--it's worth it!"
  • "I'd tell them 'go for it!' I'm sure that they'd enjoy the experience. The teacher's great and so are the guest speakers. If you need a role model, in this camp you're sure to find one."
  • "It's an experience that everyone should have. DO IT!"
  • "I had a lot of fun...they should join because it's a wonderful course."
• Students were also asked for general comments.
  • "I really learned a lot--and want to learn more!"
  • "[really like the] atmosphere of camp. ALL GIRLS!"
  • "It certainly was better than I expected."
  • "Definitely get all of the [guest] speakers back again. They were wonderful. And that e-mail list helped a ton with the [science fair] project."
  • "...the camp had me learning while I was having fun. There was never a day that I was bored, like it gets at school."
  • "It was really fun. On top of that I learned a lot."
• Many students also commented about the camp on their home pages; feel free to look there for additional student insights.

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