Inspiring Future Engineers? That’s SWEET: Lessons Learned from a SWE-Led Middle School Engineering Outreach Program

Early exposure to STEM fields has been found to be imperative for building confidence and long-term interest in STEM academics and career paths, particularly among women and underrepresented minorities.One way this can be accomplished is through outreach events and camps aimed at engaging K-12 students.This paper explores the design, implementation, and impact of one such student-led