Monitoring & Evaluation Visit at Government Day Secondary School, Wuse II, Abuja
On November 6, 2025, Tech Herfrica conducted a Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) visit to the STEM Her Club at Government Day Secondary School, Wuse II, Abuja. This follow-up session reinforced the digital and AI learning initiatives launched in October 2024, in partnership with the Federal Capital Territory Secondary Education Board (SEB), Child of Christ Community, Mashindano, Laerryblue Media, and Faslearn.
The session focused on strengthening the STEM Club, deepening students’ understanding of AI-assisted learning tools like Google Gemini and integrating digital skills into their academic journey. Since its launch, the club has grown significantly, with 15 new female students joining the community.
Key Activities & Outcomes
- Welcoming New Members
15 new students were introduced to the club’s objectives, ongoing projects, and opportunities for growth through consistent participation.
- Basic AI & Digital Skills Refresher
Returning members participated in a digital literacy refresher, focusing on responsible technology use and alignment with project goals.
- Hands-On AI Training with Google Gemini
Students learned basic prompt engineering and how to craft effective prompts for research, summarization, and STEM topic exploration. Training emphasized practical, interactive learning to ensure skill retention and real-world application.
Impact & Measurable Outcomes
- Increased Club Membership: 15 new members joined, enhancing diversity and peer-led learning.
- Improved Digital Confidence: Students demonstrated greater competence in using AI tools responsibly for academic purposes.
- Sustained Digital Access: The one-year internet subscription provided at launch continues to support seamless online learning.
- Strong Teacher Involvement: Designated Digital Advocate teachers continue to guide students and align activities with project goals.
Training Focus Areas
The November 2025 session advanced student competencies in:
- Introduction to Google Gemini & AI Tools
- Basic Prompt Engineeringfor optimal results
- Responsible AI Use & Digital Safety
- Collaborative STEM Projects
Lessons Learned
- Continuous Supportboosts retention and engagement.
- Peer-to-Peer Mentoringstrengthens club cohesion and knowledge transfer.
- Hands-On AI Trainingis more effective than theoretical instruction.
- AI integrationmakes STEM learning more engaging and relevant.
Sustainability & Future Plans
Tech Herfrica is committed to the long-term success of the STEM Her initiative through:
- Regular M&E Sessionsto track progress and celebrate milestones.
- Teacher Capacity Buildingin digital and AI tool integration.
- Ongoing Partnershipswith FCT SEB, Child of Christ Community, Mashindano, Laerryblue Media, and Faslearn.
- Curriculum Integrationof AI-assisted learning within school extracurricular frameworks.
Conclusion
The November 2025 M&E visit reaffirmed the positive impact of the STEM Her initiative. With growing membership and increasing student proficiency in AI tools like Gemini, the program is successfully fostering a vibrant community of young female digital learners in Abuja.
Through consistent mentorship, monitoring, and partner collaboration, Tech Herfrica continues to empower girls with the digital skills and technological confidence needed to thrive in STEM fields.