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Sept. 6 | Volume 17 - 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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Award supports Defense Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (DSEC) Consortium ↴
RTI's $190M defense contract aims to boost STEM
RTI International and the U.S. Department of Defense have signed a cooperative agreement to continue overseeing the Defense Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Education Consortium, or DSEC. The potential 10-year, $190 million deal is intended to boost STEM education among K-16 students and educators across the country through enhanced STEM workforce engagement, program evaluations, and public outreach. Under the agreement, RTI will work with its 28 partner organizations on behalf of the DOD STEM and manage operations, handle communications, and engage with alumni. Read full story
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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 ↴
In-School Field Trips
 Science Fun for Everyone based in Cary provides in-school science field trips that allow kids to become a “Scientist For the Day” and learn by doing REAL experiments. Programs are hands-on and meet NC Essential Standards and Common Core.
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Nags Head location is an ideal testing facility, experts say ↴
Jennette's Pier on the Outer Banks is a Wave Energy Test Center
 The Outer Banks Pro Surfing Competition was happening last week in Nags Head. For those who might have attended or watched the live stream, you might have noticed a big boat just off Jennette's Pier. A team of divers and crew from the Coastal Studies Institute (CSI) were working to remove a 4,000-pound chain pile that served as a mooring for renewable ocean energy devices. The shallow water site, known as the Jennette's Pier Wave Energy Center, is the result of a partnership between the pier and CSI, which is managed by the North Carolina Renewable Ocean Energy Program. → Learn more about this unique test center
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Burroughs Wellcome Fund’s Career Award for STEM Teachers ↴
Applications for 2024 BWF's CAST Awards close this month
 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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Special event hosted by the Friday Institute for Educational Innovation at NC State ↴
Real Issues, Real Data: Cell Phones + Students and Schools
 Join the Friday Institute for Educational Innovation on Sept. 12 for a thought-provoking event focused on supporting students, educators and families navigating real-world digital challenges. Experts will explore the impact of cell phone use on students, encouraging responsible digital habits and promoting a healthy balance through state and local guidance. → Read more
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Citizen Schools ↴
Classroom to Career Connections workshop set for 9/19
 Join Citizen Schools on Sept. 19 at 6 p.m. for an interactive workshop designed to support educators, corporate partners, and community leaders in building meaningful school-industry partnerships. By the end of the session, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and methods for sustaining partnerships that impact their school community. → RSVP here
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North Carolina Department of Public Instruction ↴
NCDPI's A.I.M. Conference returns to Raleigh next month
 The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction is hosting the fourth annual A.I.M. Conference at the Raleigh Convention Center on Oct. 7-9. The sessions at this year's event will touch on an array of timely and informative topics including artificial intelligence, instructional leadership, learning differences, free speech and much more! → Explore the schedule
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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.
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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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