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July 25 | Volume 14 - 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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SMT Center President and CEO Dr. Sam Houston shares his vision during TEDx event ↴
TEDx: Why education fails students of the future?
Are we preparing our students for a world that no longer exists? Dr. Sam Houston, President and CEO of the North Carolina Science, Mathematics, and Technology (SMT) Education Center, challenges the outdated methods of traditional education, advocating for a future-focused approach that equips students with the skills and knowledge they need to thrive in tomorrow's world. Discover why a shift in our educational paradigm is essential for the success of future generations in this TEDx event.
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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 ↴
Carolina Science Cafe
 Morehead Planetarium and Science Center's next installment of the Carolina Science Cafe is scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 6 at 6 p.m. at the Haw River Tap and Table in Carrboro. Learn more about this free science awareness program.
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Burroughs Wellcome Fund’s Career Award for STEM Teachers ↴
Applications for 2024 BWF's CAST Awards open until Sept. 29
 The Burroughs Wellcome Fund’s Career Award for STEM Teachers (CAST)
recognizes outstanding STEM teachers in North Carolina public primary
and secondary schools. The award provides $175,000 over five years and
is available to teachers who have an outstanding performance record in
educating children and who demonstrate a solid knowledge of STEM
content. Applications are due no later than Sept. 29. → Get more information and apply.
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North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) ↴
NC Portrait of a Graduate skills meet critical workforce needs
 Durable skills included in the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction’s Portrait of a Graduate are essential to every occupation in the state, and job seekers need these skills to meet employer demand, according to a new analysis from the North Carolina Department of Commerce’s Labor and Economic Analysis Division (LEAD). → View analysis
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USA Science and Engineering Festival ↴
New X-STEM all access episodes coming soon
 Get an inside look into the exciting careers and inspiring personal journeys of diverse STEM role models through X-STEM All Access offered by the USA Science and Engineering Festival. Each episode also comes with a companion lesson plan. Use the provided link to access archived episodes as well as sign up for future ones coming in September. → Read more |
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Golden LEAF Foundation ↴
215 students receive up to a $14,000 Golden LEAF Scholarship
 The Golden LEAF Foundation recently announced that 215 students from 56 rural North Carolina counties were selected to receive up to a $14,000 Golden LEAF Scholarship. → Learn more
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Sept. 27-28, 2024 ↴
Color of Education
The 2024 Color of Education Summit will be Sept. 27-28 at NC State University. → More |
Oct. 22-23, 2024 ↴
Bridging the Gap 2024
Bridging the Gap 2024 is scheduled on Oct. 22-23 at the N.C. Biotechnology Center in RTP. → More |
Nov. 7-8, 2024 ↴
Synergy Conference
Synergy Conference 2024 is set for Nov. 7-8 at the Friday Conference Center in Chapel Hill. → 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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