Technology continues to evolve, but this generation seems reluctant to evolve with it. True, teenagers are infatuated with the new iPhone, but only the lucky few are actually interested in its inner workings. This is largely due to a lack of emphasis on technology. Computer science is nothing more than a vague concept for many students. In a media-dominated culture that idolizes athletes and artists, computer science may not seem glamorous or useful to students. In short, sporting and cultural groups reign; academic activities fall by the wayside. When schools make computer science fun and relevant, it becomes a tangible and desirable option for students. Kids who love playing video games might be interested in going "behind the scenes": the Angry Birds-themed coding game featured during The Hour of Code could be a big hit! A budding artist might be entranced by Autodesk or Adobe. And students who think computer science and athletics don't go together have obviously never seen a RoboCup football game. Regardless of the situation, it's important to show kids how math and science play a role in their daily lives. I envision a program that allows minority high school students involved in STEM to mentor minority students in elementary school. This interaction provides young students with role models of similar cultural and ethnic backgrounds. It converts the possibility of a future in science from a brilliant, unachievable option to an exciting, realistic goal. Schools and organizations should help provide the resources necessary to build curricular and extracurricular programs aimed at these minority students. Mentors help young students complete projects as diverse as coding a simple program... in the middle of a sheet of paper... classmates ask me, after looking at my lesson plans, "Avery, are you Are you black too?" or “Why are there no girls in your classes?”) It is not uncommon for a student to sacrifice their interests due to a lack of support. One of the most valuable skills students must have is the confidence to persevere and prove their critics wrong. Therefore, it is important for mentors to be a positive force throughout students' lives. Just as student mentors are willing to assist elementary school students, companies and individual professionals must be willing to assist high school and college students. Dedicating time and money to those seeking to make an impact is a critical step that must be taken. However, the consequences of this step are worth the expense. By making computer science part of a student's daily life, any negative stigma associated with STEM disciplines will be eliminated.