Capital Area STEM Network Center

Program is live for the 2024 LASTEM Summit! We look forward to welcoming everyone to the CAJUNDOME & Convention Center this Wednesday 10/9 for an exciting day of STEM education-workforce connections. If you haven’t registered yet, it’s not too late! Check out the comments for the registration link.

📊🖥️ Kenilworth Science and Technology Academy has teamed up with LSU Gordon A. Cain Center for STEM Literacy's for the 13th Annual Louisiana Elementary Math Coding Olympiad! This event is empowering young minds to explore the exciting world of math and coding through fun, hands-on challenges. Students are developing critical STEM skills, creativity, and teamwork—skills that will prepare them for future success in the tech-driven world. 🌟 Read more about this incredible partnership and the impact it's having on students: https://lnkd.in/ge6mypka #STEM #MathCodingOlympiad #STEMEducation #CapitalAreaSTEM #FutureInnovators #KenilworthAcademy #LSUCainCenter #CodingInSchools

🌟#FoundationFriday Spotlight: Nonprofit Excellence Team🌟 We’re grateful to nonprofit leaders Jason Andreasen (Baton Rouge Gallery - center for contemporary art), Summer Dann (Capital Area STEM Network Center), and Matt Zagotti (Ryan) for serving as guest experts at the Nonprofit Board Fellows Program in September! Through case studies, they shared insights on the vital role that active leadership plays in board service. Attendees walked away with valuable knowledge on resolving board conflicts, recruiting and onboarding new board members, and strengthening the relationship between board chairs and executive directors.

🐦🌍 Discover the fascinating world of birds with Birds of the World, an ornithological research platform available through the East Baton Rouge Parish Library! Dive into scholarly content, millions of bird observations, and multimedia to uncover the unique story of every bird. Explore now: https://lnkd.in/gQep39dZ 💻 Ready to code? Fiero Code is a learn-to-code platform for ages 8 and up! From HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to Python and SQL, Fiero Code offers a fun, gamified learning experience. Earn rewards, unlock levels, and even customize your own robot avatar as you master the world of coding. Sign up today: https://lnkd.in/gDkkSxVa #BirdsOfTheWorld #FieroCode #CodingForKids #LearnToCode #STEM #EastBatonRougeLibrary #Ornithology

🌊💡Brilliant Labs / Labos Créatifs Brilliant Blue Challenge 2024 is back and open for teams of students aged 12-18! This global competition empowers students to create innovative solutions for ocean sustainability and tackle real-world challenges in the blue economy. Whether it's developing marine renewable energy, designing autonomous systems for ocean exploration, or improving ocean water quality, this challenge is your team's chance to make an impact! 🌍 📝 Important Dates: Project proposals & logbooks due: October 15th @ 14:00 ADT Presentations, prototypes, & business plans due: October 22nd @ 14:00 ADT Virtual competition: October 24th & 25th Teams of 2-5 students with an adult advisor can register to gain access to resources and expert support. Let’s work together to promote the health of our oceans! 🌊 Register and learn more: https://lnkd.in/g7Ej7GWk #BrilliantBlueChallenge #STEM #OceanSustainability #BlueEconomy #MarineInnovation #FutureScientists #STEMEducation

🚗💡 Louisiana K-12 schools have a unique opportunity to enhance their STEM curriculum with the TRAC™ RIDES Grant Program, sponsored by the Louisiana Transportation Research Center and Bentley Systems! This program provides valuable hands-on resources for teaching transportation and engineering, helping students engage with real-world STEM applications. 📝 Application Deadline: October 27, 2024 💼 Grants provide kits and activities that align with classroom instruction, sparking curiosity and innovation in young minds. Whether it’s bridge design or traffic flow analysis, students will dive into projects that make STEM learning exciting and practical. Learn more and apply before the deadline here: https://lnkd.in/e92DMKwe #STEMEducation #TRACRIDES #LouisianaSchools #Grants #FutureEngineers #TransportationScience #InnovationInClassrooms

🚀💻 Applications are now open for the NCWIT 2024 Aspirations in Computing (AiC) Awards! These awards recognize and support women, genderqueer, and non-binary individuals in tech at all stages of their journey. Whether you're a high school student, a collegiate tech enthusiast, or an inspiring educator, there's an award for you! 🌟 ✨ AiC High School Award: Open through October 29, 2024. For 9th-12th grade students passionate about technology! National winners receive cash prizes and a trip to Charlotte, N.C., courtesy of Bank of America. ✨ AiC Collegiate Award: Open through November 18, 2024. Honoring undergrad and grad students making significant contributions in tech. Cash prizes up to $10,000! ✨ AiC Educator Award: Open through December 2, 2024. Recognizing educators encouraging young talent in computing. Regional winners receive a $250 Visa gift card and eligibility for professional development funds. Let’s continue to build a diverse future in technology! 🖥️🌍 Apply today and spread the word: www.aspirations.org #WomenInTech #NCWITAiC #DiversityInTech #TechAwards #GenderEquality #STEM #AspirationsInComputing

🚀✨ Are you an undergraduate woman or gender minority in Louisiana? Here’s an amazing opportunity for you to launch your aerospace career! 🌟 The Brooke Owens Fellowship is accepting applications until October 7th! This prestigious program offers paid internships in engineering, business, journalism, communications, and more, at top aerospace companies like SpaceX, Blue Origin, and Lockheed Martin. You’ll also receive executive mentorship from industry leaders, including astronauts and CEOs! 🌠 As a Fellow, you'll join a network of trailblazing professionals, participate in a 3-day summit in July, and be part of a cohort of passionate aerospace enthusiasts. 🌍 Ready to take off? Check out their website for FAQs and application details: https://lnkd.in/e5B6kTH #Aerospace #BrookeOwensFellowship #STEMCareers #WomenInSTEM #GenderMinoritiesInSTEM #LouisianaStudents #Mentorship #Internships

🚀🌟 Calling all manufacturers! River Parishes Community College is hosting Manufacturing Day 2024 and they need YOU to be part of this exciting event! 🎉 Dates and times are: Friday, October 4th at the Gonzales campus or Tuesday, October 29th at the Reserve campus from 9 AM - 2 PM. Over 500 eager 8th graders interested in STEM will be attending! This is your opportunity to showcase the latest innovations in modern manufacturing, engage with future talent, and inspire the next generation of skilled workers. 💡🔧 ✨ Sponsorship Opportunities: Presenting Sponsor: Top-tier branding, prime booth placement, & speaking opportunities. Gold Sponsor: Prominent branding & recognition. Silver Sponsor: Booth space & branding on materials. Bronze Exhibitor: Showcase an interactive STEM or Energy Science activity! As a sponsor or exhibitor, your company will help energize the pipeline of future workers and demonstrate why manufacturing is essential to our community’s growth. Don’t miss the chance to inspire and connect with future industry leaders! For more details and sponsorship opportunities, check out the RPCC Manufacturing Day sponsorship packet today here: https://lnkd.in/daPyqtjB Let’s shape the future of manufacturing together! 🌎✨ #ManufacturingDay #STEM #RPCC #FutureWorkforce #Innovation #Community

🎮🚀 Exciting news for Louisiana educators and esports enthusiasts! 🚀🎮 Get ready for a game-changing event that's about to level up education in our state! LASEFCon is joining forces with LACUE to bring you LASEF's FIRST EVER dedicated esports conference! 📅 Mark your calendars: December 10-12, 2024 🏆 Featuring the LASEF Fall Championship 🧠 Sessions on esports in education 🗣️ Inspiring student and coach panels This isn't just about gaming – it's about unlocking potential, fostering STEM skills, and opening doors to exciting new career paths for our students. Whether you're an educator, a player, or just curious about the future of learning, this is YOUR chance to be part of something revolutionary! Stay Tuned for Announcements of speakers from Louisiana and NASEF. #esports #esportsEDU #louisiana Network of Academic and Scholastic Esports Federations Capital Area Esports League East Baton Rouge Esports League Capital Area STEM Network Center Northshore STEM