Long Island Explorium

Celebrating 20 years of fostering curiosity, innovation, and resilience in STEM education at the Long Island Explorium! As we reflect on this milestone, we’re proud to have shaped hands-on learning experiences that prepare students for the future. Dive into our Executive Director’s reflections on two decades of impact and how we’re aligned with New York State’s evolving educational goals. ?? Read the full article on our website: https://buff.ly/48Wp9Ut Let’s shape the future of STEM together. #ExploriumTurns20 #STEMEducation #HandsOnLearning"?Angeline Judex (Yeo)

Reflections from the Executive Director:? From Curiosity to Innovation: Reflections on 20 Years of STEM enrichment at the Long Island Explorium As we approach the Long Island Explorium’s 20th anniversary, I am proud to reflect on how our commitment to innovative, inclusive learning continues to make a meaningful impact on students and families. For two decades, we’ve fostered an environment where children are encouraged to explore, build, and grow through hands-on experiences that transform learning into something active and personal. Today, our approach aligns powerfully with New York State’s educational shifts toward more holistic, culturally responsive, and skill-focused frameworks. New York State’s NY Inspires Plan emphasizes student-centered learning and equitable opportunities for all—a vision that resonates deeply with our work at the Explorium. Our constructivist learning model, grounded in the theories of Piaget, Dewey, and Papert, has always focused on empowering students to develop skills beyond content knowledge. We provide students with experiences that sharpen critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork—key abilities identified in the state’s plan as essential for college, career, and life readiness. In addition, New York’s Culturally Responsive-Sustaining (CR-S) Education Framework reinforces the importance of affirming students' diverse identities and perspectives. At the Explorium, we are committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive space where every student feels valued and encouraged to learn through their own unique lens. By integrating culturally responsive practices, we ensure that our programs speak to the diverse backgrounds of our community, enriching the learning experience for all. Our programs are also purposefully designed to support the future workforce. By emphasizing skills that align with the needs of a rapidly evolving world, we help students build a foundation for long-term success in STEM fields. This approach mirrors New York’s focus on preparing students for the future economy with adaptable, interdisciplinary skill sets. As the Explorium’s Executive Director, my journey has been shaped by a passion for community and a commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive environment for children’s growth. This commitment guides every program we develop and every partnership we form, ensuring that we remain a relevant and valuable resource for students, families, and educators across Long Island. Looking ahead, I invite you to join us as partners, supporters, and advocates for a future where all students can thrive, explore, and build the skills they need for the workforce of tomorrow. Together, we are preparing today’s youth to be confident, critical thinkers, ready to lead and innovate in a diverse and complex world. Angeline Judex (Yeo) Executive Director, Long Island Explorium

Exciting news! Our latest white paper on Maker Faire Long Island is now available. Discover the innovation, creativity, and community spirit that drives our annual event. Learn how we foster STEAM education and inspire future generations. Read it here or on our website: https://lnkd.in/e9ca-a8T #MakerFaireLongIsland #STEAM #Innovation #Community #Education