Transportation YOU is a hands‐on, interactive program that offers elementary school aged through high school aged students, specifically those who identify as female, an introduction to a wide variety of transportation careers. Transportation YOU was established in 2009 in partnership with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Through Transportation YOU, WTS Chapters encourage the exploration of studies and careers in all modes and all roles in the transportation sector by offering programs and activities that will spark interest in STEM and the many other interconnected career pathways in transportation.

Mission

• Introduce students to all modes of transportation
• Provide insight into the variety of careers and roles available in the transportation industry
• Guide educational choices and opportunities for students, including introducing schooling and coursework, afterschool enrichment opportunities, and building a network of like-minded peers and professional mentors
• Establish mentor/mentee relationships to promote the value of careers in transportation, and provide a support system for women entering into the industry

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Core Values

• We encourage a curious mind and support all career paths into transportation
• We cultivate a future-focused mindset for all participants
• We are collaborative and believe in the power of teamwork
• We are future focused and embrace new ideas, agility, and innovation
• We approach everything we do with honesty, transparency, and integrity
• We are inclusive. WTS is a safe place to find one's voice, develop, learn, and thrive. We embrace the belief that all people have value and the right to belong. We are committed to fostering a culture of mutual respect and creating an open environment that is equitable and accessible to all, where differences of thought, life experiences, and backgrounds are appreciated and welcomed, and contributions are valued. 

 

Central PA Chapter Activities

 

The Central PA Chapter carries out this mission through:

• STEM Educational Programs -- such as our previous monthly program with  Girl Scouts in the Heart of Pennsylvania and our upcoming TYOU Club for local high school girls

• Our Youth Book Donation Program

• Volunteering at Community STEM Outreach events

• Participation in DiscoverE's Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day

• General Promotion of STEM education for girls

• Annual STEAM Day
   

4th Annual STEAM Day

The 4th Annual STEAM Day will be held on November 12th, 2025 at the PA Farm Show Complex from 8am-2pm.  It will be an incredible opportunity to unlock the wonders of #STEAM and explore careers with the transportation industry. The event will feature guest speakers along with hands-on and interactive activities.

There is also a STEAM Day scholarship that is available for female high school seniors that are pursuing studies in STEAM and are considering a transportation-related career. Review the attached PDF for additional information on how to apply. 

Any questions, please contact Fawn Cassel [email protected].

 

3rd Annual STEAM Day

The event was held on November 12th, 2024 at the PA Farm Show Complex.  It was an incredible opportunity to unlock the wonders of #STEAM and explore careers with the transportation industry. The event featured guest speakers along with hands-on and interactive activities, and was featured on ABC 27 News.