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Our Mission
We are a grassroots organization with over 300
passionate volunteers that are focused on developing
and retaining the best IT talent and leadership in Illinois
by bringing real-world career opportunities to the
classroom. In doing this, we enrich the careers of
students by helping them find meaningful employment
that allows them to pursue their technical aspirations
and make valuable contributions to their employers.We bring industry into the classroom!
Academic Outreach
Formed 2006 – Illinois Technology Association
Development of Programs and Community Relationships
ITA Formed the Foundation
2009
Non Profit 501(c)3
Foundation adopted the Academic Outreach ITA Initiative as Primary Mission
Over 300 volunteers
Foundation History
Resources Fifty for the Future®
Guest Speakers
Industry Coaches
Career Counselor Workshop
Field Trips
Women in IT
IT Advisory Councils
Equipment Donations
GoodNews Illinois
Fifty for the Future®
Recognize the top 60 Students in Illinois
50 College
10 High School
7th Year
$125,000 Scholarship Fund – Directions Training
200 Nominees
Grad and Undergrad
High School Juniors
Nominations Close - October 4, 2013
Award Ceremony – November 12, 2013
Judges from industry and government
Industry Coach
Everyone needs a mentor
Provide mentor for faculty
Specific Technology
Classroom support
Career Counselor Workshop Provide workshops for counselors and
others interested in IT careers
IT Career information
Student Resource Center
Field Trips Help Arrange
Larger Groups (15 or more)
– Microsoft
– Cisco
Smaller Groups
– Local companies
IT Advisory Council IT Professional to work with CS staff
Assign industry professional
Bring ITF resources to school
Equipment Donations Refurbished product at Low Cost
Available for school, students & faculty
Obtain donations from local companies
– Refurbish
– Add Microsoft
• Operating system
• Office 2010
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