Did you know that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website has numerous resources for elementary, middle, and high school students as well as teacher resources? Check out http://www.cdc.gov/stem to see the impressive number of activities, links, and resources that unleash student interest in STEM topics and equip teachers and parents with tools to… Continue reading CDC STEM Resources
Now that 2023 is fast approaching, you might want to add a few STEM clothing items and accessories to your closet. Here are a few popular items:
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) education is key to preparing the future generation to be successful in a variety of careers across all industries. In addition to preparing students for specific STEM careers, there are other powerful competencies that are developed through STEM education. Through experiential and cognitive learning and study, students gain the… Continue reading Life Skill Development through STEM Education
Photo Credit: FDA I wish that my seven-year-old cousin Benny, who has Down syndrome, didn’t have a heart defect; unfortunately, he does. When he was only a few months old he had open heart surgery and will need another open-heart surgery in a few years. While his heart seems to be doing well right now,… Continue reading I Wish…
Photo Credit: Handout/Blue Origin/AFP via Getty images, Reuters/Elizabeth Culliford American aviator, Mary Wallace “Wally” Funk never gave up on her dream to go to space and that dream was finally realized at the age of 82 when she launched into suborbital space on Blue Origin’s New Shepard 4 mission. Why would an 82-year-old woman want… Continue reading Profile in STEM: Mary Wallace “Wally” Funk
Since 1951, National Engineers Week has been recognized in the United States by companies, organizations, and various government agencies. Each year it falls the week in February that includes February 22nd, which is George Washington’s birthday. The reason it is associated with Washington’s birthday is because he is viewed as the country’s first engineer due… Continue reading National Engineers Week
STEM Movie Night If you’re like most people right now, you’re probably spending more time at home than you usually do. A great way to spend some of that time is watching a STEM movie. So, make a big bucket of popcorn and check out these flicks! Hidden Figures Summary: The journey of three female… Continue reading STEM Movie Night
STEM Scholarships Available For Students Can you believe that there are over 17.3 million STEM-related jobs available? However, there are not enough students with a desire to fill those jobs. In order to change this, there are many companies, organizations, and foundations that want you! They are providing STEM scholarships that will encourage you to… Continue reading Find a Scholarship
Bright Futures Begin With STEM 