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Mar 24

NC STEM e-Update (March 24, 2022)

NC STEM starts with you. Twice a month the NC STEM Center publishes an e-update on what’s happening in STEM education throughout North Carolina, and their latest edition is now available. View NC STEM e-Update in your browser by clicking here. Not receiving an e-update? Opt-in and subscribe at the... read more →
  • March 24, 2022
Mar 23

Planting the SEED for future STEM success

In the late 1960s, when racial tensions, segregation, and a dearth of opportunities for minorities were sweeping the nation, the American Chemical Society (ACS) saw an opportunity for engagement and investment in underserved populations. So, in 1968, seeing that not only was this population at risk for missing out on... read more →
  • March 23, 2022
Mar 10

NC STEM e-Update (March 10, 2022)

NC STEM starts with you. Twice a month the NC STEM Center publishes an e-update on what’s happening in STEM education throughout North Carolina, and their latest edition is now available. View NC STEM e-Update in your browser by clicking here. Not receiving an e-update? Opt-in and subscribe at the... read more →
  • March 10, 2022
Mar 09

Lincoln County Library STEM To-Go Kits are a hit

Libraries have always been the unsung heroes of local communities. They provide a safe and engaging place after school. They bring families together to provide continuing education and fun during the summers. And, more recently, they supplement STEM education with hands-on activities kids can’t get enough of. The Lincoln County... read more →
  • March 9, 2022
Feb 25

NC STEM e-Update (Feb. 24, 2022)

NC STEM starts with you. Twice a month the NC STEM Center publishes an e-update on what’s happening in STEM education throughout North Carolina, and their latest edition is now available. View NC STEM e-Update in your browser by clicking here. Not receiving an e-update? Opt-in and subscribe at the... read more →
  • February 25, 2022
Feb 22

Leaping into Science in North Carolina

Archimedes needed only a lever. Newton just needed an apple tree. And the kids of Southeastern North Carolina need nothing more than their local library to be up to their ears in science! In 2007, the esteemed Franklin Institute Science Museum in Philadelphia launched its Leap into Science program. With... read more →
  • February 22, 2022
Dec 10

Beverly Hills STEM Elementary named STEM School of Distinction

Congratulations to Beverly Hills STEM Elementary School for being recognized as a North Carolina STEM School of Distinction! This neighborhood K-5 school is home to nearly 350 students who live and breathe STEM every day and teachers who can’t imagine teaching another way. Megan Charlton, STEM Coach at Beverly Hills... read more →
  • December 10, 2021
Nov 17

Snow Hill Primary Awarded NC STEM School of Distinction

Congratulations to the Snow Hill Primary School for being recognized as a North Carolina STEM School Distinction. This unique school is home to over 360 kindergartners and first graders and all are completely immersed in STEM education. Snow Hill is a traditional neighborhood school but, with Principal Emery Smith at... read more →
  • November 17, 2021
Nov 17

Congratulations to Oakboro STEM Choice School

Six years ago, the school board in Stanly County voted to shutter Oakboro Elementary. Five years ago, it was reopened as a STEM magnet. And today, Oakboro STEM Choice School has been honored as a North Carolina STEM School of Distinction. Oakboro serves 318 students K through 8 and provides... read more →
  • November 17, 2021
Oct 06