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Why National STEM Day Matters for Education

This blog explores practical ways to celebrate STEM day and integrate STEM/STEAM into the classroom and school. Whether you’re a teacher or an administrator, this guide will equip you with engaging activities, projects, and ideas to bring STEM education to life in your school.

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Unlocking STEM Funds: A Teacher’s Guide to School Fund Sources

Does your school have funding for CS and STEM programs? You may be amazed to hear that most likely the answer is YES! As a teacher, you may not be aware that your school has a variety of resources available from state and federal funds that are separate from the funds for running the typical school programs.   Some of the funds currently

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Encourage Girls in STEM on Ada Lovelace Day

Help us get more girls in STEM! Want a captivating story that encourages hands-on learning? Download ‘Ada & Mya’s Journey Beyond the Game’ — a tale of two friends using creativity, science, and a bit of chaos to bring a video game to life. Perfect for sparking real-world projects and teamwork while celebrating Ada Lovelace Day!

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Sports and STEM Camp: How does this combination win for schools and students?

What happens when you combine the thrill of sports with the creativity of coding robots? You get the ultimate summer camp experience! This unique blend of sports and STEM activities took place at Normal Heights Elementary and Edison Elementary in summer of 2024. Thanks to the partnership between Tomlinson Touching Lives Foundation and EdforTech, with funding from the San Diego

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World Teachers’ Day: Let’s Honor and Celebrate STEM Educators!

Happy World Teachers’ Day! On October 5th, we want to shine a spotlight on you—the incredible educators who make a lasting impact every single day.  Join us as we celebrate STEM educators today. We want to especially give a shout out to all you STEM educators! Because if you’re a STEM or STEAM teacher, you’re not just teaching science, technology,

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National Video Games Day: Let’s Promote STEM with These Fun Activities!

What if National Video Games Day wasn’t just about playing games, but about transforming your classroom into hands-on, STEM-filled activities? As educators, we know how challenging it can be to keep students engaged, but video games might just be the perfect tool to ignite their passion for STEM. National Video Games Day, celebrated on September 12, offers an exciting opportunity

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STEM Without the Stress: Easy STEM Implementation for K-8

STEM Without the Stress: Easy STEM Implementation for K-8

Is STEM instruction in your school thriving—or just surviving? STEM implementation for K-8 doesn’t have to be stressful. With new…
STEM Budget Planning for K-12 Schools: Maximize Every Dollar

STEM Budget Planning for K-12 Schools: Maximize Every Dollar

Struggling to fund your STEM program? Learn how K-12 schools can optimize STEM budgets, find funding sources, and invest in…

STEM Plan Template

Create a Clear Path for STEM Success

Do you have everything you need to build a strong, unified STEM program in your district? From setting goals to finding funding and supporting teachers, this template helps you organize all the pieces to give every student a chance to succeed in STEM.