Rhode Island Affiliate

Rhode Island Affiliate

Congratulations to the 2024 Rhode Island recipients of the National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) Affiliate Award for Aspirations in Computing!

The National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) is a national non-profit organization that works to increase the meaningful participation of girls and women in computing. The NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing honors 9th-12th grade students (who self-identify as women, genderqueer, or non-binary) and encourages them to pursue their passions in computing and technology. Award recipients are chosen for their demonstrated interest and achievements in computing, proven leadership ability, academic performance, tenacity in the face of barriers, and plans for post‑secondary education.


National Honorable Mention

Araminta G from the Lincoln received a National Honorable Mention award! Congratulations Araminta


Rhode Island Affiliate Winners

Lena A, The Lincoln School

Ava B, Smithfield Senior High School

Julianna B, North Kingstown SR. High

Samantha C, Narragansett High School

Araminta G, The Lincoln School

Emmanuella J, The Metropolitan Regional Career And Technical Center

Abygail J, The Metropolitan Regional Career And Technical Center

Alaina  K, Cranston High School West

Sonam N, Middletown High School

Zoe N, Achievement First Providence High School

Aneekah Y, The Wheeler School


Rhode Island Affiliate Honorable Mentions

Ojone A, William M. Davies, Jr. Career & Technical High School

Emily B, East Providence High School

Kayley C, Westerly High School

Madeline F, North Providence High School

Elizabeth F, Chariho Regional High School

Rosaria G, Westerly High School

Hayden M, East Providence High School

Riddhi  M, North Providence High School

Paige P, Warwick Area Career & Technical Center

Hailey R, William M. Davies, Jr. Career & Technical High School

Eden S, Middletown High School


Rhode Island Affiliate Rising Stars

Keira E, East Providence High School

Makenzie G, Westerly High School

Indis M, Central High School

Adriana P, North Providence High School

Madison S, East Providence High School


The NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing Educator Award honors educators for their encouragement of high school women’s interest and participation in technology pursuits. 


Educator Award Winner

Alison Murray, Central Falls High School


Contact Affiliate Coordinator - Lisa Bain - [email protected]

Local Supporters

Rhode Island STEAM Center at Rhode Island College

Lifetime Partner
Strategic Partners
Investment Partners