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Oct. 17 | Volume 20 - 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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Nominate a deserving K-12 educator for the 2025-2026 Kenan Fellowship ↴
Discover your next professional learning community
Do you know a dedicated K-12 teacher in North Carolina who goes above and beyond? Here’s your chance to help them shine! The Kenan Fellows Program for Teacher Leadership is accepting nominations until Friday (Oct. 18) to be part of the next cohort for 2025-2026. Additionally, individual applications may be submitted now through late January 2025, but priority consideration will be given to those who submit by Nov. 4. This top-ranked program invests in the professionalism of teachers, enabling them to serve as bridges between their school community and the local STEM workforce. Fellows also receive 80 hours of professional development and a $5,000 stipend to recognize their hard work. All North Carolina K-12 public school and charter school educators are invited to apply. Apply today!
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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 ↴
Dropping Seeds in Motion
 Dropping Seeds in Motion merges the worlds of science and dance to create immersive learning experiences. This nationally recognized program offers educators and students tools and resources to explore STEM concepts in a fun and engaging way.
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Helping our communities after Hurricane Helene ↴
Help North Carolina communities impacted by Hurricane Helene
 Our team at NC STEM shares in the heartache felt throughout our communities in Western North Carolina where Hurricane Helene had a catastrophic impact on thousands of people. Now more than ever, your support can make a difference. We have organized several relief resources and ways you can help. → Read more
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Afterschool Alliance and N.C. Center for Afterschool Programs ↴
Are you ready for 2024 Lights On Afterschool next week?
 Lights On Afterschool is a national advocacy day where afterschool programs across the nation host events to celebrate their programs and increase awareness about the importance of afterschool. This year's Lights on Afterschool Day is next Thursday (Oct. 24). Use the provided link to get involved and see what's happening in North Carolina. → Get more information
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Everyday. Everywhere. Everyone. ↴
North Carolina Science Festival unveils 2025 theme
 The official 2025 theme for the North Carolina Science Festival has been unveiled. As the state’s largest celebration of science - Everyday. Everywhere. Everyone. - will focus on the science that is all around us and within our daily lives. With more than 400 total events statewide already in the works between April 1-30, there are events for all ages. → Get involved
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Classroom to Career Connections ↴
Citizen Schools adds more events to new learning series
 Mark your calendars for the next two installments of the Classroom to Career Connections learning series hosted by Citizen Schools. On Oct. 24, check out Innovation Program Models Preparing Young People for Careers in the 21st Century. Then on Nov. 21, follow up with Mastering Essential Skills for 21st Century Leadership. → Access and view session descriptions here
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2025 National STEM Festival ↴
Calling all STEM superstars! Still time to submit your projects
 The 2025 National STEM Festival invites students in grades 7-12 to submit STEM innovations, inventions and research addressing real-world problems. Submit your project by this Sunday (Oct. 20) for a chance to showcase your work and win a trip to Washington, D.C. → Enter now
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Next Week ↴
Bridging the Gap 2024
Bridging the Gap 2024 is scheduled for 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 |
Dec. 3, 2024 ↴
NC TECH Awards
The NC TECH Awards is set for Tuesday, Dec. 3 at the Raleigh Convention Center. → 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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