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The best way to give back is to give forward. This holiday season, join us in investing in a brighter, more inclusive future for STEM education! Your support fuels Learn Fresh's mission to bring high-quality, hands-on learning through programs like NBA Math Hoops and MLB Players STEM League, and helps us grow exciting new initiatives like MLS STEM Goals and EcoTour. Every dollar you give goes straight to empowering educators and transforming classrooms in under-resourced communities. Make a contribution today to make a lasting impact beyond this time of year! https://lnkd.in/esk42ubQ #LearnFresh #GivingTuesday #NBAMathHoops #MLBPlayersSTEMLeague #MLSSTEMGoals #EcoTour #STEM #Education #GivingSeason

Are you currently pursuing a degree in graphic design, visual arts or a related field and want to contribute to meaningful projects that impact Learn Fresh's mission? We're hiring for a Graphic Design/Content Creation Intern! Learn more about the role and apply here: https://lnkd.in/edvHru56. #LearnFresh #GraphicDesign #Internship #Nonprofit

Learn Fresh and GameChanger are thrilled to announce a new partnership to bring 50 Math Hoops Live Kits, a physical activity edition of the NBA Math Hoops program, to educational sites nationwide this fall! Supported by a generous grant from GameChanger, Learn Fresh will expand the program to reach more students across the country so they can enhance their math and social-emotional learning (SEL) through interactive physical play. Offered at no cost, Math Hoops Live Kits will be available to schools and out-of-school programs through an application process, with Learn Fresh staff providing training to educators and equipping sites with materials. Educators, are you interested in applying? Fill out the form here: https://lnkd.in/ex_JcYGF. (Due to limited availability, not all applicants will receive a kit. Selected sites will be notified in December.) Thank you for your interest and participation! #LearnFresh #GameChanger #ItsOnGameChanger #STEM #Education

The Amazin' Mets Foundation and Learn Fresh brought sixth and seventh graders across Queens, New York together in an immersive learning experience focused on engineering a new, greener experience for New York Mets fans. The Science Series provides teachers with seven lesson plans, developed by Learn Fresh alongside Mets Ballpark Operations staff. Inspired by water safety and conservation and recycling, students from the IS 73 FRANK SANSIVIERI INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL (THE) addressed the topic: “Like in most ballparks, bottled water is sold to fans who need refreshment during the game. Are there better options to use other available resources?” Check out our latest blog post to see what they came up with!

“Central to [Learn Fresh’s] role in the field is framing #matheducation as a narrative, as a story. When you think about the history of how humans have learned over time, storytelling has always been central to the way we connect,” explains Nick Monzi, co-founder and CEO of Learn Fresh. “Math education historically has been devoid of this idea, so with programs like NBA Math Hoops, the curriculum is built like a narrative where you start at the beginning of a season, draft a team, work through a series of games, uncover different math concepts, and you end with a championship tournament that comes around year over year as a cycle that educators and students can participate in.” Watch the full conversation between Nick and Inspired Minds portfolio manager Emma Banay to learn about Learn Fresh’s innovative approach to igniting students’ STEM interest, building math skills, and fostering confidence both in and out of the classroom.

Are you an energetic and positive communicator with experience organizing and executing events for youth? Apply now for the Program Events Associate role at Learn Fresh! Check out the job description here: https://lnkd.in/eWYDKA_d.

In the season finale of our "Fresh Perspectives" podcast, Nick Monzi and Calvin Sibert are joined by Rico Francis, the first Social Impact Director at the Pacers Foundation, the public charity founded by Pacers Sports & Entertainment. Rico shares his journey from attending after-school programs to leading them in college, ultimately shaping his career in youth services. The conversation dives deep into the realities of nonprofit work, strategies for creating sustainable programs, and the critical importance of mental health. Don't miss this powerful exploration of impact and resilience!? - Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eY7FCJXr - Apple: https://lnkd.in/eySdDcA8 #LearnFresh #Podcast #STEM #Education #Pacers

On this week's episode of the "Fresh Perspectives" podcast, Nick Monzi and Calvin Sibert sit down with Ebony Grace, CEO of NJSACC: New Jersey's Afterschool & Out-of-School Time (OST) Professional Network to explore the significance of non-traditional educational spaces. Ebony shares the innovative tools her organization uses to uplift students and service providers alike, showcasing the power of building strong networks from the ground up. Through personal anecdotes, they discuss how their backgrounds led to their current roles in supporting the youth towards brighter futures. - Spotify: https://lnkd.in/e-uBRCXa - Apple: https://lnkd.in/e3h5WtqN #LearnFresh #Podcast #STEM #Education #afterschoolNJ #afterschoolforall

Thrilled to share some thoughts in The 74 about the importance of out-of-school time programs in this post-ESSER moment. There's so many reasons why these programs matter, but -- for me -- social connection, fun, and student-centeredness top the list right now. These qualities speak to what both parents and students tell us they see as the most valuable aspects of in-person learning right now, with important benefits for engagement in school, chronic absence, and social connection. Happy to feature stellar Overdeck grantees creating these special experiences: FIRST, DiscoverE, National 4-H Council, National Inventors Hall of Fame, and Learn Fresh!

Are you a young professional in your 20s-30s who is passionate about Learn Fresh’s mission of improving academic achievement in STEM and social-emotional development? Become part of our Emerging Leaders Council (ELC)! The ELC is a unique leadership opportunity that plays a strategic role in developing awareness of our programs by leveraging social media, events, and individual fundraising to support organizational goals. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/ehmtbQb7. If you're interested in joining, please contact Melanie at [email protected]. #LearnFresh #EmergingLeadersCouncil #ProfessionalDevelopment #YoungProfessional #STEM #SEL #Education #Leadership