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Ensuring STEM is open to everyone is essential to the future of science. Through awards for seven Pathway Summer Institutes for Educators, the DOE Office of Science is supporting nearly 85 educators who either teach at schools and community colleges with large populations of students historically underserved and/or underrepresented in STEM or are educators who are from groups traditionally underrepresented in STEM: https://lnkd.in/eum2gv-k

In a recent article by ZERO TO THREE, they highlight the critical role STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) plays in shaping the cognitive, creative, and problem-solving skills of our youngest learners. By introducing STEM concepts early, we not only foster curiosity but also build a foundation for future academic and career success. Why STEM Matters Early: 🔬 Encourages critical thinking and exploration 🤖 Develops resilience and problem-solving skills 📊 Prepares children for a technology-driven world As afterschool and summer programs, we have a unique opportunity to bring STEM learning to life through hands-on, engaging activities! By making STEM accessible and fun, we can inspire a lifelong love of learning in our youngest participants. Let’s work together to ignite curiosity and build the next generation of innovators!

Did you know early STEM exposure can shape the future of our youngest learners? Research shows toddlers benefit immensely from engaging with math and science concepts early on—helping close achievement gaps and fostering positive STEM identities. 👶🔬 From counting during mealtime to exploring patterns on a walk, every moment holds the potential for joyful, meaningful learning. When educators and caregivers embrace STEM through play, they spark curiosity and build the foundation for lifelong success in math, science, and beyond. Learn more: https://bit.ly/48ECgJG

Join us May 22, 11 a.m., for “Role of Technology in STEM / Future Trends in STEM Education” with Neferteri Strickland, founder of TEACHERS &. https://hubs.ly/Q02xNCq20 The role of technology in STEM education is evolving faster than instructional material. Explore future trends in STEM education to identify ways your learning community can plan to stay ahead of the technology adoption curve.

MASP is excited to partner with the Million Girls Moonshot initiative to convene a community practice for Michigan's Out of School Time (OST) program. This 4 month MASP Community of Practice course, will focus on implementing a Family Engineering Night as well as connect programs with statewide engineering mentors. This Community of Practice will be in partnership with the Million Girls Moonshot initiative that leverages the Afterschool State Networks and catalyzes resources so that more youth can access high-quality STEM experiences by 2025! Together, we want to equip more program providers to create quality STEM learning spaces for all youth. Register: https://lnkd.in/gNug6mfu

In this article from VP of Global Educational Strategy Jason McKenna, he advocates for an early start to STEM education. 🧠 He explains that by the age of 6, many children already perceive computer science, engineering, and physics as male domains and emphasizes that "early exposure to STEM is essential to combat these stereotypes and foster an inclusive, equitable future in STEM fields." This article also offers action items for district leaders in order to achieve early STEM education within schools. 🗞️ Read the full article here: https://buff.ly/42qGSC8

Approximately 130 YRDSB teacher-librarians participated in Makerspace tours to empower schools to set up their own Makerspace STEM innovation hubs. “The opportunity to collaborate with other teacher-librarians and get ideas and share ideas about what it means to create a space for students to be makers I think was highly successful,” said Dennis Stam, Science and STEM consultant. Find out more about the half-day learning opportunity for educators that took place in three YRDSB schools: https://ow.ly/isG050UM82Z

💭 What if you could create a classroom where students truly thrive—without overspending? In education, budgets are tight, and time is precious. That’s why making every dollar and every moment count matters more than ever. At STEM U, we believe innovation should be accessible to all schools, regardless of size or resources. Our turnkey STEM solutions are designed to maximize impact while staying within your budget—because your students deserve nothing less. And with our End-of-Year Sale, schools can stretch their dollars further while transforming learning spaces for 2025 and beyond.The question ❓ isn’t if you can innovate; it’s how you’ll start. Let’s make it happen together. Discover how you can transform your classrooms into EPIC Learning spaces while maximizing your impact. Take advantage of innovative STEM education solutions designed to engage students, prepare teachers for the 2025 school year of STEM excellence in your school district. https://bit.ly/3CHJIb4

📚 Are you curious about how specialized charter schools can transform education? 💡 Welcome to our Diverse Learning Path series! In this series, we'll dive into the diverse areas of focus that charter schools can adopt, creating tailored, engaging, and impactful education options for students. 🌟 Follow National Charter Collaborative for a deeper dive into the specialized focus areas charter schools offer. Whether it's STEM, the arts, or humanities,these unique educational opportunities can shape the future for our children and our leaders. What are your thoughts on specialized charter schools? Share your views in the comments! 💬

Our work with encouraging and inspiring STEM education with local students in the national spotlight. Enjoyed highlighting all our great work in this recent article #STEMEducation #EmpoweringAppalachia #AppalachiaOpportunity