Capital Area STEM Network Center

???? Exciting news from Learning Blade! Their new mission diagrams are here, with a fresh design to help you seamlessly integrate STEM, computer science, and career awareness into your classroom! ???? The redesigned layout makes it even easier to find resources that meet your students' needs and support career exploration. ?? As the new school year begins, don’t forget to schedule your Back to School Professional Development to maximize your Learning Blade experience! ????? ?? Sign up for free PD: https://lnkd.in/e4tsZGXp ?? Need an account? Register here: https://lnkd.in/gxb7ccUk #LearningBlade #STEMEducation #CareerAwareness #BackToSchool #ProfessionalDevelopment #EdTech

???? Ready to spark creativity in the classroom? The MakerEd Educators Forum is the perfect virtual space for hands-on educators looking to innovate and inspire. Join us September 27 & 28, 2024 to connect with maker educators from across the globe! ?? ??Learn, share, and grow your skills in this collaborative event. For more info, visit: https://lnkd.in/gU9kjkbN #MakerEd #STEMEducation #EducatorsForum #VirtualLearning #HandsOnLearning #MakersMovement

?? Hurricane Francine is approaching! ?? Now is the time to make sure you and your loved ones are prepared. Use these Hurricane Preparedness Tips to stay safe! ??? ? Create an Emergency Kit: Stock up on non-perishable food, water, first aid supplies, flashlights, and more. ? Develop a Family Emergency Plan: Identify a safe spot, plan your evacuation routes, and practice your plan. ? Stay Informed: Monitor weather updates, sign up for alerts, and have a NOAA Weather Radio handy. ? Protect Your Home: Secure windows, bring in outdoor items, and trim trees. ? Know Your Evacuation Zone: Familiarize yourself with local routes and make sure your pets are included in your plan. ? Stay Connected: Keep your devices charged and use social media responsibly to stay updated and inform others. For more local resources and emergency plans, visit Red Stick Ready at: https://lnkd.in/gm7CT-y5 ?? Stay safe, stay prepared! #HurricanePreparedness #StaySafe #RedStickReady #STEMPrepares

?? LAST CALL! ?? Today is the final day to apply for the The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine 2025 Christine Mirzayan Science and Technology Policy Graduate Fellowship Program! ?? If you're a current graduate student or recent grad interested in exploring science policy, this is your chance to spend 12 weeks in Washington, D.C., learning and networking with top experts in the field. ???????? We encourage international students based in the U.S., individuals from under-represented backgrounds, and those passionate about applying science beyond the lab to apply. ? Deadline: September 9, 2024, 11:59 PM ET Apply here: https://lnkd.in/g-q3vk6 #SciencePolicy #STEMCareers #GradStudents #FellowshipOpportunity #DCLife #STEMJobs #ApplyNow #LastChance

?? Explore the inspiring journey of a Capital Area STEM Network Center AmeriCorps VISTA member in our latest blog! From hands-on STEM outreach to impactful educational initiatives, see how service can transform lives. Read the full story and discover how you can make a difference as a VISTA here: https://lnkd.in/gFev4AcY ?????? #STEM #AmeriCorpsVISTA #Service #STEMEducation #Volunteer #ApplyNow

?? Our September newsletter is out! Dive into the latest updates on STEM programs, upcoming events, and opportunities to get involved. Stay connected and informed—read it now at: https://lnkd.in/ekxh6MS9 ?????? #STEM #STEMEducation #CapitalAreaSTEM #Newsletter #StayInformed

?? Huge congratulations to the 12 outstanding educators selected for the NIET: National Institute for Excellence in Teaching 2024 Fellows Program, including five from Louisiana! ?? Each will receive $10,000 for their exceptional teaching and leadership, empowering them to further impact education. We're incredibly proud to see Louisiana's finest recognized on a national level! ?? Learn more about their achievements and the program's impact in our latest blog. ?? Read more: https://lnkd.in/gM4B-Wj3 #Education #STEM #NIETFellows #TeachingExcellence #Louisiana

Ready to take your STEM research to the next level? ?? The Louisiana NASA EPSCoR program is inviting pre-proposals for FY 2024, offering a golden opportunity to secure national NASA funding! ?? Proposers must submit a Notice of Intent by September 19, 2024, and pre-proposals are due by October 17, 2024. ? This is your chance to shape Louisiana’s submission and compete on the national stage! ?? Dive into our latest blog post for all the key details, timelines, and essential resources. ?? Read more: https://lnkd.in/gpxyazmx #STEM #NASA #ResearchFunding #Louisiana #Science #Innovation

?? Happy Labor Day from Capital Area STEM! Today, we celebrate the incredible minds and hands that keep our world moving forward. ?? Whether you're building bridges, programming the next big tech innovation, or teaching the next generation of scientists, your work is the backbone of our society. ?? This Labor Day, let's honor the STEM professionals who solve the toughest problems, innovate for the future, and inspire us all. Here's to the engineers, scientists, mathematicians, and educators making a difference every day! #LaborDay #STEM #Innovation #ThankYouLabor ????

Our professional learning webinar series is back! Join us Sept. 11th, 7p.m. ET, for our first webinar of the academic year: "Getting to Known YES: An Introduction to the YES Engineering Approach"! In this free webinar, we'll introduce the Youth Engineering Solutions (YES) framework for PK-8 engineering. Using classroom video and student work, we will share how teachers are using the YES curriculum to meet the needs of all students, prepare a generation of problem solvers, and help students develop an engineering identity. This webinar is for any educator who wants to know more about how they can use the YES curriculum in any PK-8 school or enrichment settings with students of all abilities. Register: https://bit.ly/3zBI3SM. ?????? #teachers #teaching #STEM #STEMEd #STEMcurriculum #science #scienceeducation #education #educators #professionallearning #professionaldevelopment #PK12 #K8 #classroom #learning #languagescaffolding