On Saturday, February 16, ten of the girls from Sci Tech went on a field trip to Time Warner Cable.  There, they learned how satellites transmit signals to earth (using Q-tips as the signals), how to translate those signals into a message (using multi-colored post-its), and how to send messages using binary codes.  They also saw a model of how cable signals are sent to homes using lasers and mirrors.  The field trip is part of the Connect a Million Minds initiative sponsored by Time Warner Cable.

Connect a Million Minds with Time Warner Cable

The Details

• Original public service announcements that challenge public perceptions of math and science and demonstrate their importance to the future of all kids and our nation.
• The Connectory, a one-of-a-kind resource that makes it simple and easy for parents to find kid-centric science and technology learning opportunities right in their own backyards.
• TWC Employees, over 47,000 strong, who volunteer their time at community events like science fairs and robotics competitions, and share their passion for engineering and technology with students at unique CAMM career days.
• Millions of dollars in grants to support local and national nonprofit organizations that bring stimulating, high-quality and affordable after-school science, technology, engineering nad math learning to students.
• Free CAMM Video On Demand (VOD), wihch brings local "connection" opportunities right to your living room.

Technology and innovation are central to our company's ability to connect millions of people to the entertainment they want, the information they depend on, and the people they care about most.  As a result, Time Warner Cable's new philanthropic initiative creates a powerful link between the full strength of our company and the talents of our employees with the needs of students and, ultimately, our country.