At Athletes Without Borders (AWB), we believe that diversity and equity are essential for growth globally. When given the proper guidance and tools, youth will lead our future as innovators and leaders. As these principles are embraced we foster an environment that encourages students to:
Spark an interest in Science &Technology
Create career interest from an early age in STEAM/Sports
Help students experience academic success in a low pressure setting
Increase arts exposure to ensure growth and exploration
Our students are poised to be lifelong learners, critical thinkers, action-takers, and global citizens. Through consistent, and organized efforts students will learn to excel in STEAM. Follow us on Instagram @AWBORDERS. All year long we will raffle prizes and provide inclusive interactive STEAM Sessions for the entire family.
We want young women to know there are #NoLimitsNoBorders to what they can do or become in the world of STEAM and beyond!
Learning to code is like gaining a superpower and it converts youth from consumer to creator. Never has there been a better time for young women to realize the power of mastering the concepts embedded in STEAM/sports. Computers are the driving force for creativity and can unlock the imaginations wildest dreams. With a laptop, an internet connection and guest speakers, we are showing young women they too can learn to #HackTheWorld.
With #HackTheWorld, students learn to code entirely through building things. They start with no experience and work towards a project every meeting
Melvin manages various STEAM initiatives for K-12 levels in schools and recreation centers that foster excitement in Cyber forensics, Biomedical Engineering, and Green Science. Mr. Stallings holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Norfolk State University and his Master's from Notre Dame of Maryland University. He is a member of the 100 Black Men of Greater Washington DC Chapter, and a Life member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated.
This is an Intro to Computer Science Club open to all ages teaching programming logic without the requirement of learning a new language, making it the perfect foundation for any STEAM career.
With our skilled instructors’ students will learn functions, variables, conditionals and more in a fun virtual environment. Students will leave with their final project and a newfound passion for STEAM/Sports. Our #CodeTheWorld Club is an 8-Week session open to all students. Two virtual field trips are included as well as guest speakers.
Has your child expressed an interest in the performing arts? Have you spotted what you think might be a hidden talent, and can't bear to see it wasted? Whatever the rationale you can’t go wrong. Drama instills creativity and self-expression which represents the “A” for Arts in STEAM.
#AndScene, is for all ages to help students learn to 'think outside the box', on their feet, and within groups. Which are all great skills for success in future endeavors, especially STEAM..
Our #AndScene Youth Acting Club is an 8-Week session open to all students. Two virtual field trips are included as well as guest speakers.
This club is an exploration of digital photography where students will learn the technical components of the camera and the aesthetic components of photography, utilizing natural light and going out on school grounds for photo shoots. Students can bring a camera or phone for picture taking purposes. Multiple digital cameras will be in use for the club. Under the guidance of industry professionals students will learn about photo editing and work on an end of Fall project.
Our #Shutterbug Club is an 8-Week session open to all students. Two virtual field trips are included as well as guest speakers.
Has your child expressed an interest in the performing arts? Have you spotted what you think might be a hidden talent, and can't bear to see it wasted? Whatever the rationale you can’t go wrong. Drama instills creativity and self-expression which represents the “A” for Arts in STEAM.
#AndScene, is for all ages to help students learn to 'think outside the box', on their feet, and within groups. Which are all great skills for success in future endeavors, especially STEAM..
Our #AndScene Youth Acting Club is an 8-Week session open to all students. Two virtual field trips are included as well as guest speakers
