It is the mission of the STEM Advisory Council to provide support to our community schools with STEM related knowledge, experience, identity, and culture. The STEM Advisory Council will primarily work to provide co-curricular opportunities for students curious about STEM topics with the intent of enriching their educational and social experience.
Why STEM?
Goal of education is to prepare students for their future
That future is STEM – in 10 years, 80% of all jobs will require technical skills
The 20 fastest growing professions require significant math and science ability
Goals
Pursue and build a network of volunteers consisting of parents, professionals and businesses to contribute as extended resources with the goal of offering a leading, highly competitive and modern STEM education resulting in direct exposure, industry experience and elevated career prospects for our community’s students.
Plan strategically and work collaboratively with administrators, educators, parents and community leaders to harmonize and strengthen the STEM trajectory of our children.
Model best practices and cutting edge tactics of other co-curricular organizations to develop and deliver improved STEM access, experience, confidence and competitiveness all with the goal of delivering community, culture and measurable results.
Pursue funds as part of developing competitive, desirable and self-sustaining STEM club, team and participation options.