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Jan. 11 | Volume 1 - 2024 |
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The NC STEM Center is a Web Portal for all things related to Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Education in North Carolina
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New national study paints unfavorable picture of rural education in North Carolina ↴
NREA releases 'Why Rural Matters' report for 2023
The National Rural Education Association has released Why Rural Matters 2023 — the 10th in a series of reports analyzing the contexts and conditions of rural education in each of the 50 states and calling attention to the need for policymakers and others to address rural education issues in their respective states. North Carolina is the 10th highest priority state when it comes to rural education, according to this latest study, citing data on enrollment, population, diversity, policy, outcomes and access to support for learning and development. Access and view the full report here. EdNC also has a full analysis of North Carolina in this story.
Happy 2024! Please enjoy this edition of your e-Update. Connect with us to share feedback. |
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Opportunities ↴
Explore NC STEM Center
 Do you have an opportunity or program doing great work to promote STEM in North Carolina? Now you can post your special events, summer camps, and afterschool programs for us to promote all year long. We invite you to create an account to get started today!
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STEM Spotlight ↴
Biotech Blast
 Join the Museum of Life and Science in Durham on Jan. 20 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and learn how biotechnology impacts our everyday lives! Engage with activities, demos, and conversations with scientists and organizations doing cutting-edge work in the field!
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New online course aims to help K-12 educators build meaningful industry connections ↴
STEMwork Sprint bridges industry and classrooms
 STEMwork Sprint is an innovative online course that supports K-12 educators in establishing and sustaining education/industry partnerships with local STEM employers. The Kenan Fellows Program for Teacher Leadership at NC State University developed the STEMwork program to address the need to build connections between education and industry. STEMwork Sprint takes the program to the next level online to give teachers a practical framework for integrating industry partnerships into their classrooms. Enrollment is currently open with limited availability. → Get Information and Secure Your Spot
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Advancing Student Research Teaching experience set for July at UNC Charlotte ↴
Unique STEM PD opportunity for HS teachers this summer
 Are you a high school teacher committed to engaging your students in real-world, inquiry based STEM experiences? If so, please complete an interest form to receive more information on participating in a no-cost, week-long summer PD, “Advancing Student Research Teaching” on July 8-12, 2024 at UNC Charlotte STEM Center. This is being offered through the NC Collaborative Advancing Student Led Research. → Submit Your Interest Form
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Round 1 applications for this annual opportunity are due Jan. 12 ↴
NSLA 2024 Summer Learning Awards
 The National Summer Learning Association (NSLA) along with New York Life Foundation are recognizing outstanding summer programs that keep youth safe, healthy and learning during summer months with a $10,000 donation! Applications are due Jan. 12. Programs are measured against the Summer Learning Program Quality Assessment developed in partnership between NSLA and David P. Weikart Center for Youth Program Quality. → Apply Here
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MCNC's HERO project moves forward in 2024 to address connectivity challenges in rural NC ↴
Inspiring hope in area codes left behind
 Access to high-speed internet is essential for individuals, communities, students, educators, and businesses to thrive modern North Carolina. Unfortunately, many rural areas still struggle with inadequate or non-existent broadband. However, there is reason for optimism with MCNC’s HERO (High Speed Economies for Rural Opportunities) Project. → Learn More
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Jan. 19, 2024 ↴
Power of Relationships
NC East Alliance will host Vision 2024 on Friday, Jan. 19 at the ECU Main Campus Student Center in Greenville. → More |
Feb. 7, 2024 ↴
Driving K-12 Innovation
CoSN will host a virtual summit for education changemakers on Wednesday, Feb. 7, from noon to 2 p.m. → More |
April 1-30, 2024 ↴
NC Science Festival
The North Carolina Science Festival is now accepting event proposals for 2024. Use the link below to submit yours today! → More
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Have STEM News or Event to share?
The NC STEM Center is a project of the NC STEM Learning Network, a statewide effort through the North Carolina Science, Mathematics & Technology (SMT) Education Center in collaboration with North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, North Carolina Community College System, and UNC General Administration.
Thanks for your continued support! |
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NC STEM
Phone: + 1 919 991 5111
P.O. Box 13901
Research Triangle Park, N.C. 27709
www.ncstemcenter.org
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