Microsoft, working with the High Tech Learning Centers (HTLCs) of Washington state, is sponsoring an information technology camp for girls, called the DigiGirlz High Tech Camp, at the company's Redmond campus this week. Over 60 girls in grades 9-12 from nine Washington school districts are participating in the camp, which begins today and ends Aug. 16. After check-in at 8:45 a.m. each day, a different keynote speaker -- each a female Microsoft employee -- will address the girls and teachers in attendance.Throughout the week, the girls will participate in tours, discussions, seminars and other activities to get an idea of the opportunities in technology, and to make an informed decision about whether they would be interested in pursuing such a career. They will be exposed to a variety of career choices, with participants from Microsoft groups.
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