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2023 IMPACT VIDEO: Throughout 2023, STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action engaged?with 28,614 students, grades K-12, across 17 states. Dynamic events and hands-on activities exposed, engaged, and inspired future innovators, creators, makers, and entrepreneurs into the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). With 1,144 professional volunteers and 2,010 college student volunteers dedicating 24,005 hours, STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action sparked curiosity and creativity in classrooms and communities alike. Since co-founded by Calvin Mackie, Ph.D., and his wife Tracy Mackie in 2013, STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action has engaged more than 160K children grades K-12. For more info visit: stemnola.com and stemglobal.com, and follow our story on LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. #STEMeducation #InnovationNation #FutureLeaders #DiversityInSTEM #YouBelongInSTEM #STEMNOLA #STEMGlobalAction #Innovation #DiversityInSTEM #Empowerment #FutureWorkforce #CommunityImpact #CradleToCareer STEM Learning Ecosystems Entergy

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We had an incredible STEM Saturday on October 12, 2024, focusing on the “Heart & Circulatory System.” With 223 participants, students engaged in hands-on activities like dissecting sheep hearts, exploring virtual reality models, and building stethoscopes and mechanical hearts! This event highlighted the enthusiasm for STEM in our community, with 116 schools represented and a significant number of students qualifying for free or reduced lunch. A huge thank you to our sponsors and all the healthcare professionals and volunteers who made this possible! We’re excited for future STEM Saturdays and STEM Fests that will continue to expose, engage and inspire the next generation of innovators, creators, makers, and entrepreneurs! #STEMNOLA #STEMEducation #FutureInnovators #STEMGlobalAction #Innovation #DiversityInSTEM #Empowerment #FutureOfWork #WorkforceDevelopment #EconomicDevelopment #CommunityImpact #YouBelongInSTEM #CradleToCareer STEM Global Action STEM Learning Ecosystems Entergy Boeing https://lnkd.in/g6DAE78i

Check out these fantastic photos from photojournalist Sophia Germer of The Times-Picayune | Nola.com. STEM NOLA provided an exciting hands-on experience at the Boo Carré Halloween Haunt, where children got to make their own slime! Sophia captured moments of kids having fun with their creations. One special photo shows Gia Hall, age 2, proudly holding her colorful slime, showcasing the joy of creativity and learning. Another heartwarming image features Willow Sipe and Magnolia Smith, both age 5, as they dance to the music while holding their slime, illustrating how much fun STEM activities can be! The mission of STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action is to expose, engage, and inspire young minds to become future innovators and creators through science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) activities. The hands-on slime-making activity at the event is a great way for kids to learn while having fun, making it a perfect fit for the Boo Carré Halloween Haunt! #STEMNOLA #SlimeMaking #FutureInnovators #HandsOnLearning #BooCarreHalloweenHaunt #SophiaGermer #CreativeKids https://lnkd.in/gaaN4qtf

?? Join us this Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the French Market for the annual Boo Carre Halloween Haunt! ?? Enjoy a day filled with music, arts and crafts, a petting zoo, and a lively costume parade along Decatur Street. Don’t miss STEM NOLA, where kids can get hands-on with fun slime-making activities! ??? STEM NOLA's mission is to expose, engage, and inspire future innovators, creators, makers, and entrepreneurs through STEM-based activities, helping them explore exciting opportunities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. Plus, enjoy trick or treating at local shops, live performances, and a Spooky Second Line led by the We are 1 Brass Band at 3:45 p.m. Costumes are encouraged! ?? For more info, visit frenchmarket.org. Come celebrate a frightfully fun day in the French Quarter! ??? #BooCarre #HalloweenFun #STEMNOLA #FutureInnovators #FrenchMarket #familyfriendlyevents https://lnkd.in/guDxdR_K

The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) highlights the vital role of a diverse STEM workforce in shaping our future through innovation and economic growth. STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action expose, engage, and inspire future innovators, creators, makers, and entrepreneurs by offering hands-on STEM-based activities to students in grades K-12. Our mission helps tackle the growing need for skilled professionals in science, technology, engineering, and math across various industries. As technology evolves, so does the definition of the STEM workforce. It's no longer limited to traditional roles like engineers and scientists; it now includes emerging fields such as data analytics, artificial intelligence, and environmental science. There’s a pressing concern about a skills gap, where educational programs often don’t match the needs of employers, risking our ability to meet global challenges. New approaches in education, like hands-on learning and cross-disciplinary projects, are essential to prepare students for this dynamic workforce. To address the skills shortage, innovative strategies are emerging at all educational levels. Programs like robotics camps and coding competitions engage students early, while higher education is shifting towards practical, industry-aligned training. Collaborations between universities and employers, alongside NSF-funded initiatives, are reimagining how we prepare the next generation of STEM professionals. These efforts aim to create a workforce that is not only skilled but also adaptable to the challenges ahead. #STEM #Innovation #FutureWorkforce #Education #Technology #STEMEducation #WorkforceDevelopment #CradleToCareer https://lnkd.in/gjT2Qki5

?? Join us this Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the French Market for the annual Boo Carré Halloween Haunt! ?? Enjoy a day filled with music, arts and crafts, a petting zoo, and a lively costume parade along Decatur Street. Don’t miss STEM NOLA, where kids can get hands-on with fun slime-making activities! ??? STEM NOLA's mission is to expose, engage, and inspire future innovators, creators, makers, and entrepreneurs through STEM-based activities, helping them explore exciting opportunities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. Plus, enjoy trick or treating at local shops, live performances, and a Spooky Second Line led by the We are 1 Brass Band at 3:45 p.m. Costumes are encouraged! ?? For more info, visit frenchmarket.org. Come celebrate a frightfully fun day in the French Quarter! ??? #BooCarre #HalloweenFun #STEMNOLA #FutureInnovators #FrenchMarket #FamilyFriendlyEvents https://lnkd.in/guDxdR_K

CLEVELAND: VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Join STEM Global Action for STEM Saturday! ?? Are you passionate about inspiring the next generation of innovators? The U.S. Coast Guard is hosting a STEM Saturday on October 26, 2024, in Cleveland, Ohio, and we need enthusiastic volunteers to help engage kids in grades K-12 with hands-on STEM activities! ?? What You'll Do: 1) Assist with interactive experiments focused on Buoyancy & Density. 2) Help kids build and test their very own boats! 3) Share your knowledge and inspire future STEM leaders. ?? Special Offer for College Students: Undergraduate volunteers will receive a $50 stipend for their participation! ?? Event Details: Location: Arnold Pinkney East Professional Center, 1349 E. 79th Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44113 Date & Time: October 26, 2024, from 7:45 AM - 1 PM ?? How to Register: Scan the QR code or click here to sign up: https://lnkd.in/g7zdQrg2 Join us in making a difference and sparking curiosity in young minds! Your contribution can change the future of STEM education. #STEMGlobalAction #STEMSaturday #VolunteersNeeded #ClevelandEvents #STEMEducation #Buoyancy #Density #HandsOnLearning #InspireFutureLeaders #CommunityEngagement #CollegeStudents #STEMProfessionals #VolunteerOpportunity STEM NOLA Calvin Mackie STEM Learning Ecosystems

In her October 15th article in theGrio and Yahoo Tech about STEM NOLA fellow Naya Ellis, Maiysha Kai highlights the inspiring journey of this New Orleans teen who created the WingItt smartwatch to help detect early signs of a stroke. At just 15 years old, Naya was motivated by her grandmother's post-stroke experience, noting, “We had to create a real-life solution to a real-life problem.” This innovative device aims to monitor critical health indicators like heart rate and speech patterns, alerting family members and emergency services if risk factors are detected. The mission of STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action is to expose, engage, and inspire future innovators through STEM activities, particularly for low-income and underserved students. The STEM Fellows program plays a crucial role in supporting these young leaders by providing hands-on learning experiences and mentorship. With initiatives like WingItt, Ellis embodies the program’s goals, showcasing how immersive education can empower students to explore their interests in STEM fields. Everyone at STEM NOLA is incredibly proud of Naya's achievements. As she works on making WingItt affordable and user-friendly for seniors, she emphasizes her commitment to helping those in need: “I’m making [WingItt] to help lower-income people.” Naya's dedication to innovation and her desire to uplift others through her work not only positions her as a leader in her community but also as a future physician aiming to save lives and inspire change. #STEMNOLA #FutureInnovators #YouthEmpowerment #STEMEducation #Innovation #ChangeMakers #HealthTech #WomenInSTEM #Inspiration https://lnkd.in/gs_uERaW

Congratulations to our co-founders and Dr. Calvin Mackie, CEO, and his wife Tracy Mackie. https://lnkd.in/gPKAXazu