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STEM Learning Journeys for Afterschool Programs: Free educator resources + a stipend opportunity

STEM Next, in partnership with Verizon™, has launched a new set of free STEM Learning Journeys designed specifically for afterschool programs. These Learning Journeys are turnkey bundles of lessons and activities hosted on Verizon’s Innovative Learning HQ platform and optimized for flexible implementation in afterschool settings. Programs can now access four Learning Journeys covering topics … Read more

Enhancing the Reach and Contributions of Informal STEM Learning

The National Academies is launching a new consensus study aimed at updating the 2009 report by taking stock of the evidence base on STEM learning in informal environments and identifying new directions for the field. 

ASTC 2026-2029 Strategy Development August Listening Session

ASTC is updating its strategic framework as we come to the end of our current strategic plan and work to ensure our association is continually adapting to most effectively serve our field.

Workshop: Animal Adaptions and Bioengineering

Get ready to Rise to the Challenge in this Focus Workshop series based on our Massachusetts STEM Week Challenges. In this workshop you’ll experience a variety of hands-on, inquiry-based STEM activities designed to support your students in using the Science and Engineering Practices. You’ll also explore how phenomena can spark curiosity, drive investigation, and make … Read more

2025 Call for Posters

Call for Late Breaking Poster submissions will be accepted through April 30th. Submissions will be accepted in English only and must be submitted through the online submission form. Proposals submitted after the deadline will not be considered. All who submit will also be invited to take part in the peer review process. Submission deadline: April … Read more

Smithsonian: Young Ambassadors Program

The Young Ambassadors Program (YAP) is a nationally recognized program for graduating high school seniors that fosters the next generation of community-conscious leaders in the arts, sciences, and humanities via the Smithsonian Institution and its resources.

Climate Studio 2025 Residency

The Climate Studio Residency is suited to artists, educators, and community organizers with a demonstrated interest in climate literacy or climate justice, and scientists working in areas related to the climate who seek to bring their ideas and passion for their work to a wider audience. While the exact forms of your public-facing works will … Read more

Brite’s Virtual STEM Role Model Camp

Brite’s Virtual STEM Role Model Camp is an online, interdisciplinary science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) program created especially for youth entering 7th-10th grade. Brite is designed to spark curiosity, foster creativity, and build an online community all while having FUN doing STEM projects and meeting STEM professionals from a variety of fields. The theme … Read more

2025 National Rural STEM Summit: Call for Proposals and Speakers

The National STEM Learning Summit is now accepting applications for speakers for the 2025 National Rural STEM Summit located in Fort McDowell, AZ on August 26-29, 2025 at We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort. Designed to bring together rural educators, administrators, and community leaders who are passionate about science, technology, engineering, and math, participants will have the opportunity … Read more

Time for Change Youth Challenge | Changemakers

Educators, join your students on this journey. Bring the Time for Change Youth Challenge into your classroom and support young people as they generate new ideas that can make a big impact in their worlds. Changemakers is accepting applications for its Time for Change Youth Challenge 2024, which invites young people nationwide to share their … Read more