Volunteer Host for Olathe Public Schools Computer Science Academy – Internships & Projects (2025–2026 School Year)
Overview:
Olathe Public Schools’ Computer Science Academy is seeking local businesses and community organizations to provide real-world learning experiences for high school seniors. As a volunteer partner, you’ll help students apply their computer science skills through internships or short-term, client-centered projects during the 2025–2026 school year.
Volunteer Opportunities:
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Host an Intern – Work directly with a student (or students) on meaningful, hands-on projects aligned with their skills.
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Lead a Client-Centered Project (CCP) – Provide a real challenge or need from your organization for students to solve collaboratively.
Examples of Past Projects:
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Building a custom database or website
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Creating dashboards or automating manual processes
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Developing an app prototype or user interface
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Conducting cybersecurity assessments or user testing
Schedule:
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Students are available during their 7th hour (1:15–2:40 PM) and may also work outside school hours depending on your needs and their availability.
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Opportunities can be offered in the fall semester, spring semester, or both.
Volunteer Requirements:
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Provide mentorship and guidance aligned to students’ computer science learning.
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Be willing to collaborate with school staff on scheduling, project scope, and expectations.
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Optional: interview students before placement.
Benefits to Your Organization:
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Fresh perspectives and innovative solutions from skilled students.
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Opportunity to build relationships with future tech talent.
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Make a direct impact on student career readiness.
How to Get Involved:
Contact Amy Nail, Career Pathways Facilitator, Olathe Public Schools
📧 annail@olatheschools.org
📞 913-780-7242
Please include:
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Whether you can host an intern or lead a project (or both)
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Number of students you can accommodate
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Preferred semester(s)
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Interview preference
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Any additional details or considerations
