Welcome back and we hope you had a great summer!

In this issue, you'll read a heartfelt, inspiring story about Darren Lomman and his unbelievable journey of bringing much deserved happiness to so many people. His story along with an exciting hands on activity, will give you a firsthand experience into the world of Assistive Technology! Start your year out with a bang and read below!

	Assistive Technology Rehabilitation engineers and assistive technology engineers apply knowledge of engineering technology, methodologies and scientific principles to meet the needs of individuals with disabilities... Explore ...
	Extreme Engineer: Darren Lomman Darren makes a tremendous difference in the lives of those with disabilities as well as those that don't. He is able to give the greatest gift of all, which is allowing individuals to live out their dream. Explore ...

Discover Engineering as a Career PathAssess is an online career tool for students showing how engineering can be a great career choice as it relates to their likes and dislikes. Assess...

	Able Sports The TeachEngineering activity, Able Sports, focuses on getting students to think about people with disabilities and then design a new sport for that person. Experience ...
	JETS Challenge Enjoy solving problems? Then you'll love JETS Challenge Questions! Click below to accept the challenge! Experience ...

JETS provides programs and resources that let students explore, assess, and experience engineering first-hand. From exciting student competitions to assessment tools and career exploration materials, JETS provides multiple pathways for students to discover their potential for engineering.

Students in JETS programs are presented the unique chance to: understand how engineers make a difference through online and print resources (Explore); learn how their own talents and skills align to engineering majors and occupations (Assess); and participate in exciting real-world based engineering competitions (Experience).

Visionary Sponsors CH2M Hill Disney Y.E.S. Motorola Foundation NISH Rockwell Collins S.D. Bechtel Jr. Foundation Shell United Engineering Foundation U.S. Army Research Office

Discovery Sponsors Bechtel Group Foundation Solid Works   Explorer Sponsors Tyco Electronics