STEM Everyday explores practical ways to bring science, technology, engineering, and math into education. Through short interviews with educators, innovators, and authors, it shares creative ideas for classrooms and communities. The show emphasizes helping students take ownership of their learning. Episodes are designed to make STEM integration feel accessible and everyday.
Episodes
#324: How to Start Robotics with Elementary Kids (feat. Kelly Moorman)
Send us Fan MailKelly Moorman is a K-4 STEM teacher and robotics coach in Three Rivers schools in Ohio. In her over 20 years in the classroom, she has found countless ways to incorporate curiosity, collaboration, and innovation into classrooms.Her Adaptive STEM class is a great model for any educator looking to help every kid at their school have a chance to do STEM learning.Kelly also looks for w
#323: Making Math Make Sense (feat. Brandon Smith)
Send us Fan MailHave you ever wondered how to make math education better? To make sure there's enough practice and practicality in math lessons?By as early as first and second grade, nearly half of students report feeling ‘moderately nervous’ or more when doing math, and by grades 7–10, surveys find that 82% of U.S. students describe themselves as fearful of math.During play, the brain’s pref
#322: Ideas for Your Classroom, Even on Glue Stick Budgets (feat. Stephanie Higgs)
Send us Fan MailDo you need some good ideas for building wonder? Do you want your students to be more creative? Do you just need some new ideas for your classroom?Stephanie Higgs, best known as @littlemissgifted on Instagram, is an award-winning, Nashville-living gifted educator and differentiation coach in elementary. Stephanie is a quick thinking, fast talking, and passionate international profe
#321: Admiral Rickover and the Need for Excellence in Education (feat. Joann DiGennaro)
Send us Fan MailDo you know who is the father of the nuclear navy and civilian nuclear power? And did you know he had an unrelenting pursuit of perfection?Our world is in need of people who spark a passion for science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) — exactly what Admiral H. G. Rickover devoted his life to. Best known as the “Father of the Nuclear Navy,” he believed America’s strength de
#320: STEM Careers Include Designing Stadiums, Theme Parks, & More (feat. Mike McCarthy)
Send us Fan MailDo you know how to explain to kids what kinds of STEM careers are out there?Mike McCarthy is passionate about showing young people a type of STEM career that they likely haven’t yet been exposed to. As Vice President at Design Communications Ltd (DCL), an internationally recognized custom manufacturer of architectural specialty products, Mike has been involved in large scale new co
Ep. 319 | The Tinker Kid Books | feat. Keven & Cooper Rinaman
Send us Fan MailKeven Rinaman is the Director of Innovation and Educational Technology at Calvert Catholic Schools and an Adjunct Professor at Tiffin University in Ohio. He is also the author of 3DU: A Guide to 3D Printing in Every Classroom (and talked about 3d printing on Ep 218)He recently wrote the book Tinker Kid & the Case of the Wobbly Desks with his 10 year old son Cooper. "When t
Ep. 318 | AI Powered Recycled Robots | feat. Tamir Nave
Send us Fan MailWhat if a robot for kids was more than just a robot out of a box? mAIk Robotics uses AI together with a camera to be a platform for kids to design their own recycled robot.Using mAIk, you can write code to create machine learning models for image recognition and robot control, but you can also do all of this using natural-language prompts, with no prior background or complex techni
Ep. 317 | Summer Science Program | feat. Amy Kim
Send us Fan MailIt’s no secret that students’ interest in STEM keeps growing. With an overwhelming number of different fields to pursue and growing opportunities for high schoolers, where do they start? Summer Science Program International (SSPI) helps students develop a deeper love for STEM and research through SSPI’s immersive, rigorous, and collaborative summer program. SSP is a highly competit
Ep. 316 | Project Lead the Way | feat. Katie Minihan
Send us Fan MailKatie Minihan, Chief Impact Officer of Project Lead The Way (PLTW), shares why engagement might be the missing metric in education and how students who solve real-world problems through hands-on, collaborative learning see stronger attendance, achievement, and long-term outcomes.School and district leaders need a solution that cultivates confidence and career readiness for kids fro
Ep. 315 | The Periodic Table for Kids? | feat. Dr Colleen Kelley
Send us Fan MailWhat happens when storytelling meets science? What happens when learning the periodic table becomes as common as other foundational skills like the alphabet or adding facts?Dr. Colleen Kelley is a retired chemistry professor turned storyteller, creator, and champion of "Molecular Literacy." As the founder of Kids’ Chemical Solutions, she’s on a mission to make chemistry f
Ep. 314 | World Maths Day | feat. Sheila Robitaille
Send us Fan MailHow fitting that the 314th episode of STEM Everyday would be about Math and in March (if you know, you know π).For more than 18 years, World Maths Day in March has brought together millions of students in an epic celebration of learning. From record-breaking speeds in the Live Mathletics platform, to incredible displays of problem-solving skills, it’s a day where numbers truly unit
Ep. 313 | STEM Outreach for Kids by Kids | feat. YouthRoots
Send us Fan MailYouthRoots has a mission to bridge the gap between generations, fostering connections that open up a world of opportunities in STEM fields for young minds.They provide students with a glimpse into the STEM fields they can pursue through interviews of STEM professionals. Using a holistic approach to STEM education, YouthRoots creates and leads students in hands on activities and eng
STEM Everyday #312 | FTC Robotics | feat. The Clueless 11212
Send us Fan MailThe Clueless is a FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) team made up of 13 members from 8 middle/high schools across San Diego, California. Through FTC, they are determined to grow as a team, have fun, and leave a lasting impact on their community.In their 9 years of competing, they have set the world record twice ('22 & '24) and qualified to the World Championship 6 times, wher
STEM Everyday #311 | Project Baltimore | feat. Chris Papst
Send us Fan MailSTEM education requires a solid foundation of skills. Without basic math and reading proficiency, children are not prepared for the opportunities awaiting them in a world of changing careers.Chris Papst is the lead investigative reporter for Project Baltimore, Fox45 News’ ongoing investigation into Maryland’s public education system. As a national award-winning reporter, his work h
STEM Everyday #310 | Start Small with STEM | feat. Doug Scott
Send us Fan MailDoug Scott has taught 9th-12th grade engineering, robotics, and technology since 2003. His current role at Hopkinton High School includes being the district leader for Business, Tech & Engineering in grades 6–12.Doug has led numerous robotics and competitive technology teams to state and regional championships, as well as national and international competitions, growing the rob
STEM Everyday #309 | Building Aha! Moments | feat. Dr Jennifer Berry
Send us Fan MailDr Jennifer Berry is the CEO of SmartLab (an education pioneer in STEM, transforming traditional learning environments into project-based learning experiences since 1987). She has previously held leadership roles at other education organizations, each time bringing her expertise and experience as a parent and veteran of stage performance to build better learning opportunities for e
STEM Everyday #308 | Automation in Education | feat. Chuck Ridgeway
Send us Fan MailChuck Ridgeway is the Automation Technology Manager & Senior Customer Advocate at Horner Automation in Indianapolis, Indiana. As an engineer in the automation and robotics industry for over 30 years, Chuck has seen both the changes and valuable uses of automation and robotics in our world, and is an important voice for educators to hear about the value of STEM learning for futu
STEM Everyday #307 | CTE and STEM | feat. Chad Miller
Send us Fan MailChad Miller teaches Technology, Engineering, & Design as well as Computer Science in North Carolina. But he wasn't always a teacher. His experiences as a computer aided draftsman helped him learn the business of architectural lighting, and in the process problem solving, iteration, and more skills that kids in CTE courses need. As an educator, he has always been passionate
STEM Everyday #306 | CNC in STEM | feat. Steve & Jeremy Stevenson
Send us Fan MailFor over 15 years, Simply Technologies has been sneaking digital manufacturing into classrooms—one buzzing spindle and slightly terrified teacher at a time. So far, they’ve helped over 3,500 North American schools bring STEM to life in very real, very loud, very safe, and very hands-on ways.Their father-son company, Simply Technologies, has (unofficially but confidently) placed mor
STEM Everyday #305 | Cardboard Creating with Makedo | feat. Colleen Graves
Send us Fan MailWith a cardboard box and a spark of imagination, in 2008, Makedo was born. More than just tools, Makedo empowers kids to become problem-solvers, innovators, and collaborators.Today, Makedo isn’t just a product line of blue screws & cardboard tools; it’s a vibrant, global community of makers dedicated to building a better future for people and the planet through imaginative, pur
STEM Everyday #304 | Quizizz is now Wayground | feat. Kyle Niemis
Send us Fan MailAfter 10 years as Quizizz, a new way and a new focus has necessitated the change to a new name: Wayground. Kyle Niemis is the Head of Community at Wayground (formerly Quizizz), educator, and co-founder of ClassroomQ. "Wayground provides educators with a supplemental learning platform that brings together instruction, practice, and assessment in an AI-supported hub that helps s
STEM Everyday #303 | Infographics in Education | feat. PJ Creek
Send us Fan MailPJ Creek was teaching social studies and science in middle school. He always referenced his periodic table poster on the wall, but didn't have anything similar to help with social studies. His problem lead to creating the Periodic Table of the Presidents, a poster that shows information about the presidents in a periodic table shape and style. That poster lead to more great in
STEM Everyday #302 | Clever Integrations of Robotics in Education | feat. Tina Dietrich and Dr. Eddie Willson
Send us Fan MailRobotics education is highly incorporated into upper grade levels because of its connection to careers. But elementary robotics is often one-off projects and fun time. The leadership at Woodland Hills School District in Pennsylvania is ensuring that every kid gets to do a lot more with robotics. Tina Dietrich is the STEM Coordinator at Woodland Hills School District, where she lead
STEM Everyday #301 | Education & Business Connections | feat. Spencer Lucker
Send us Fan MailAs education faces new challenges from technology and an ever-changing labor market, the need for public-private partnership in education is as important as ever. Local governments and business organizations everywhere are realizing this need, and building partnerships and advocacy groups to help make these necessary connections.The state of Michigan has long relied on public-priva
STEM Everyday #300 | STEM, Technology, & Privacy | feat. Dr Leslie Gruis
Send us Fan MailBorn a patriot, Dr. Leslie Gruis spent 30 years as a mathematician and intelligence officer at the National Security Agency, where she helped develop technology solutions that balanced national security with civil rights. She later served at U.S. Cyber Command and the National Intelligence Council. Now retired, she writes and speaks on privacy, surveillance, and democracy—making co
STEM Everyday #299 | The Computer Always Wins | feat. Elliot Lichtman
Send us Fan MailElliot Lichtman started teaching online classes in computer science when he was a freshman in high school. Small classes quickly grew into a series of larger and longer offerings, and from those, his book The Computer Always Wins was born. Elliot is currently a sophomore at Yale University.In The Computer Always Wins, Elliot Lichtman teaches some of computer science’s most powerfu
STEM Everyday #298 | California STEM Academy | feat. Revaant and Edison
Send us Fan MailWhat can a couple of high school students do to encourage STEM interest and skills?For Edison Law and Revaant Srivastav, that meant starting the California STEM Academy, an online option to provide tutoring help in subjects such as Math, Science, Coding, and PSAT prep. They also help students with passion projects, as well as providing summer "boot camps" to build up spec
STEM Everyday #297 | Surprising STEM | feat. Dan Thomas
Send us Fan MailShould we teach our kids "21st century skills" or should we rethink what that means and start teaching "workplace durable skills"?Dan Thomas just retired from a 30+ year career as an educator in New York. He's been a STEM and PBL consultant, and a LEGO education, Makey Makey, and Code.org trainer.As a teacher, he's sought to revolutionize education thr
STEM Everyday #296 | Math as Foundation to STEM Jobs | feat. Jeremy Anderson
Send us Fan MailAt what age should we begin focusing on STEM learning? According to Jeremy Anderson, the data overwhelmingly shows that students are already forming interest and thoughts on STEM careers when they're in elementary school. That makes it vital to look at how we include STEM career introduction at a younger age. In discussions about STEM, math often takes a backseat as focus shif
STEM Everyday #295 | SelfCAD Design Software | feat. Kara Houston
Send us Fan MailThe education software space is filled with plenty of choices for helping kids design and create. That's especially true in the CAD space, as programs like Tinkercad appeal to younger kids and Fusion/AutoCAD/OnShape & more are great for older students. SelfCAD is a new software choice that combines the best of block/shape design from Tinkercad and the higher level design o
STEM Everyday #294 | Mentoring | feat. Astronaut Scholarship Foundation
Send us Fan MailFor more than 40 years, the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation (ASF) has supported the brightest minds in STEM, with its Astronaut Scholars making groundbreaking contributions—from launching payloads into space to pioneering agricultural innovations and advancing congenital heart disease research. The prestigious Astronaut Scholarship is known nationwide for being among the largest m
STEM Everyday #293 | Codie Blocks | feat. Caroline Rosenbloom
Send us Fan MailWhen so many coding resources are just digital, it's great to see new resources that combine hands-on learning with on-screen coding.Codie Blocks is a learning tool that brings the foundations of coding to children ages 3 to 7. Through a unique storytelling component with hands-on, block-based coding, Codie Blocks makes complex concepts approachable, fun, and developmentally a
STEM Everyday #292 | Coding and CS for Every Kid | feat. Allen Tsui
Send us Fan MailWhen can we begin teaching kids about coding and computer science? If you were to walk into Allen Tsui's classrooms, you'd see kids as young as 3 understanding and working with code. How can you start? Allen has some great ideas, and it just takes trying!Allen Tsui is a Subject Specialist in Computing at Willow Brook Primary School Academy in London, UK. He has been the s
STEM Everyday #291 | Not Just Technology | feat. Steven Iglesias
Send us Fan MailSchools have two choices: innovate or fall behind.Steven Iglesias, the Director of Innovation & Technology, and self proclaimed educational disruptor, has been building a revolutionary STEM and technology program for kids at Doral Academy Preparatory School in Miami, FL."I never set out to be in education—it happened by accident. I began my career as a baseball coach and a
STEM Everyday #290 | Cybersecurity Education | feat. Dr Laurie Salvail
Send us Fan MailCYBER.ORG is a cybersecurity workforce development organization advancing K-12 cybersecurity education nationwide through no-cost curriculum and teacher professional development resources. Supported by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency through the Cybersecurity Education and Training Assistance Program (CETAP) grant. CYBER.O
STEM Everyday #289 | Using STEM Supplies Effectively | feat. Jason McKenna
Send us Fan MailFebruary is Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month, and there is a growing interconnection of robotics in CTE curriculums (and vice versa) happening in education. With a teaching background and a journey spanning two decades, Jason McKenna is the Vice President of Global Educational Strategy for VEX Robotics, a published author, and an experienced educator. His book, "What
STEM Everyday #288 | YouTube Lessons & Personalized Learning | feat. Mister Marx
Send us Fan MailMatt (AKA Mister Marx) is the creator of the Mister Marx Math Adventures series on YouTube and the founder of dodat.ai, a social media platform aimed at fostering community among educators, parents, and learners of all ages.As an educator, Mister Marx enjoys the challenge that comes with breaking down complex topics for learners. His videos on YouTube, using eGlass technology, make
STEM Everyday #287 | Resources & Experience in STEM Classrooms | feat. Jason Erdreich
Send us Fan MailJason Erdreich is an educational leader, patented inventor, author, and all around tinkerer and maker of things. With professional teaching experience in K-12, University, and adult learning environments, Mr.E has guided thousands of students of all ages in learning how to solve problems while using technology as a tool to facilitate creation, innovation, and success. Jason's
STEM Everyday #286 | Modeling Instruction & Engagement | feat. Eric Robinson
Send us Fan MailEric Robinson is a physics teacher at Herbert Hoover High School in Glendale, CA. His dive into Modeling Instruction explains concisely how instruction (especially science) can be improved. From modelinginstruction.org, "Modeling Instruction is a guided-inquiry approach to teaching science that organizes instruction around the handful of conceptual models that form the content
STEM Everyday #285 | Space Junk Solutions | feat. Alex Grab
Send us Fan MailRegistration Deadline: EXTENDED to Feb 14, 2025Alex Grab is the Director of Offsite Programming at the Space Foundation, and shares about the Space Sustainability Competition for 7th-8th grade students based in the United States.Why does space junk matter? Space debris includes defunct satellites, rocket parts, and fragments that orbit Earth at high speeds. These objects pose serio
STEM Everyday #284 | NASA's RPS Writing Contest | feat. Kristin Jansen
Send us Fan MailKids love learning about space. NASA just launched its fourth Power to Explore Student Challenge, an exciting (and totally free to enter) science, engineering, technology, and mathematics (STEM) writing challenge for K-12th grade students in the United States. This interactive challenge invites students to learn about radioisotope power systems, a type of nuclear battery that has,
STEM Everyday #283 | Global Skills for STEM Careers | feat. Carlos Romero
Send us Fan MailCarlos Romero believes that mentors hold the key for STEM education. His own story involved growing into success based on a foundation of the importance of education by his parents and the legacy of high achievement by his siblings. Carlos was inspired by teachers to take challenging steps that led him to a distinguished career in industry. Carlos Romero is the Manager of Global Te
STEM Everyday #282 | Robotics in the Classroom | feat. Omar Cortez
Send us Fan MailOmar Cortez is a Robotics and Technology Teacher for elementary and middle school students in Dallas, TX. Using his expertise in robotics, coding, and drone technology, Omar has been successful in mentoring competitive robotics teams to state and global achievements, while driving engagement through district-wide STEM programs. His passion for inspiring creativity and innovation in
STEM Everyday #281 | STEM, CTE, & Submarines? | feat. Jerry Wooden
Send us Fan Mail“The state of the industrial workforce is in crisis, and employers are desperate to find qualified workers with the technical skills needed to grow their operations,” said Jerry Wooden, CEO of eDynamic Learning, the parent company of Learning Blade. “By introducing students to in-demand STEM careers, state leaders and district administrators are helping to introduce young talent to
STEM Everyday #280 | Creativity & Curiosity in PBL | feat. Kath Geramita
Send us Fan MailKath Geramita is currently the co-Founder and COO of CreositySpace. She has also been an engineer, chemist, and entrepreneur with a passion for making science and technology useful and accessible to everyone. Kath got her start in a number of technology start-ups developing products ranging from electronic ink and cement made from CO2, to materials improving the storage capacity of
STEM Everyday #279 | Lifelong Learning as a STEM Teacher | feat. Cameron Ross
Send us Fan MailCameron Ross is a Digital Learning Coach and teacher in Melbourne, Australia. His role includes helping teachers build ICT (Information, Communication, Technology) skills and make sure that they're not just using "tech for tech's sake." His classroom duties allow him to model lifelong learning for students while teaching them important computing skills. Connect
STEM Everyday #278 | Samsung Solve for Tomorrow | feat. Ann Woo
Send us Fan Mail2024 begins the 15th annual Samsung Solve for Tomorrow competition, which empowers public school students in grades 6–12 to leverage STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) to develop innovative solutions that address pressing local issues in their communities. Each year, Samsung Solve for Tomorrow awards more than $2 million in Samsung technology and classroom su
STEM Everyday #277 | The National STEM Challenge | feat. Kari Byron & Jenny Buccos
Send us Fan MailKari Byron & Jenny Buccos are here to share all about the 2nd Annual National STEM Festival. EXPLR’s National STEM Festival inspires kids nationwide to engage with STEM, a mission more crucial than ever as we advance towards a technology-driven future and workforce. Submissions for the 2025 National STEM Festival are open to young innovators across all 50 states and all U.S. te
STEM Everyday #276 | Portable Microscopes from Foldscope | feat. Holly Stuart
Send us Fan MailFoldscope is the paper microscope that combines low-cost materials with precision optics. This innovation results in microscopes that are both high-quality and affordable, with a range of magnifications (50X-340X). From tiny microorganisms to larger samples like insects, plants, fabrics, and tissues, Foldscope can inspire kids to see beyond their own eyes wherever they may be! Fold
STEM Everyday #275 | STEM & Stories | feat. Kim Collazo
Send us Fan MailKim Collazo was a public school educator for over 30 years, with experience as a 4th, 5th, and 6th grade classroom teacher as well as an elementary STEM Specialist and Digital Integration Facilitator. Working in Regular Ed, Special Ed, Academically and Intellectually Gifted, and two cycles of National Board Certification, Kim built a passion for integrating technology and engineeri
STEM Everyday #274 | SpaceKids Global (Part 2) | feat. Sharon Hagle
Send us Fan MailSharon Hagle is an entrepreneur and astronaut who founded SpaceKids Global™ in 2015 with the mission to inspire STEAM+ Environment Education, with the goal of bringing the possibility of space to children. SpaceKids Global, a Florida-based national nonprofit organization dedicated to educating elementary students in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics), an
STEM Everyday #273 | Invention & Patents | feat. the USPTO & Teen Inventors
Send us Fan MailCreating opportunities for young people to learn about patents by introducing invention education and IP literacy is an important part of STEM learning.Lauren Strechay and Nicolette Buonora, recently graduated high school students, developed the Battery Swap System as their solution in a classroom challenge. After continued iteration, their Battery Swap System was recognized at the
STEM Everyday #272 | PBL and Tapas? | feat. Tara Koehler & John Sammon
Send us Fan MailTara Koehler and John Sammon have been educators in New York for over 20 years. From their roles in classrooms to their current roles as instructional coaches, they don't lead from the sidelines. They get right in the game with the teachers to help them incorporate STEM, STEAM, and PBL in practical and efficient ways.In addition to their classroom work, they provide PD with ST
STEM Everyday #271 | Creating with Nurcs | feat. Mike Cairns
Send us Fan MailMike Cairns is a creator & innovator. His career in drones took a quick turn one day at home. His son showed him a character he called "Ninja Gator" made with popsicle sticks and tape. An idea was sparked. “Why don't we make a connector system so you can build and reuse craft sticks without glue or tape!?” Nurcs became that connector. Inexpensive & reusable,
STEM Everyday #270 | Tinkercad, Design, & Technology | feat. Ed Charlwood
Send us Fan MailEd Charlwood has been a Design & Technology teacher in the UK for over 20 years. He also just published the book Mastering Tinkercad to help kids better understand one of the simplest CAD programs. As an instructor and helper of educators, Ed has a mission to empower students with power CAD tools so they can solve real problems. Specifically: Design is a superpowerCAD is a tool
STEM Everyday #269 | The Brooklyn Robot Foundry | feat. Jenny Young
Send us Fan MailJenny Young spent a great deal of time building with her father in their family’s garage when she was growing up. She learned how familiar things worked by taking them apart, and how to put them back together in new combinations. It was this hands-on building experience that stayed with Jenny and ultimately sparked the idea for Brooklyn Robot Foundry.After getting a degree in Mecha
STEM Everyday #268 | The Ultimate STEM Lab | feat. Amy Ely
Send us Fan MailAmy Ely has been a STEM educator for almost 20 years, building STEM curriculum and classes at multiple schools in metro Detroit. Now at Detroit Catholic Central, she is the Director of STEM and Science Teacher. Amy has over the past 2 years had the opportunity to help plan and open the George and Mary Turek Hall of Science. With tailored programs and state-of-the-art facilities, th
STEM Everyday #267 | A Mobile STEM Lab | feat. Jennifer Dewar
Send us Fan MailHow can kids have access to STEM opportunities no matter where they live? The Oklahoma Connections Academy was able to purchase a bus and are in the process of turning it into a mobile STEM lab! "It's a world of difference because we're taking what (the kids) are already exposed to, what they already have, and we're just elevating it to the next level. We want t
STEM Everyday #266 | SpaceKids Global | feat. Sharon Hagle
Send us Fan MailThere are 3.5 million STEM jobs that need to be filled by 2025 in the United States.* Studies show that if children aren't exposed to math and science at an age of seven, they'll lose interest. SpaceKids Global is on a mission to ensure every child is ready to enter the space age.Sharon Hagle, entrepreneur and astronaut, founded SpaceKids Global™ in 2015 with the mission
STEM Everyday #265 | The Science of Sport | feat. Daren Heaton
Send us Fan MailThe leaders behind Science of Sport use the familiarity of athletics to make STEM education more approachable and inclusive to all learners. The nonprofit organization partners with professional sports teams to provide exciting hands-on, minds-on learning experiences for elementary and middle school students across the county, creates interdisciplinary programming that translates t
STEM Everyday #264 | Museums & STEM | feat. Darryl Williams
Send us Fan MailAs The Franklin Institute’s Senior Vice President of Science and Education, Dr. Darryl N. Williams oversees all aspects of the science and educational programming at the heart of the Institute’s efforts to inspire a passion for learning about science and technology.Dr. Williams earned his B.S. in Chemical Engineering from Hampton University and his M.S. and Ph.D. in Chemical Engin
STEM Everyday #263 | Media Arts for STEM | feat. Adam Todd
Send us Fan MailAdam Todd is an elementary Media Arts teacher in New York City Public Schools. He turned his experiences in the media industry into practical opportunities for his students to create the daily "Bee TV" news at his school. His students have even appeared on local news in NYC! Check out some of their work & appearances on their YouTube Channel. Adam also started the Cla
STEM Everyday #262 | A STEM Workforce | feat. Nicole Otte of Endress+Hauser
Send us Fan MailEndress+Hauser is a global company focused on measurement and automation technology for process and laboratory applications, helping to shape the industry’s digital transformation. Nicole Otte is the Director of Workforce Development at Endress+Hauser, and previously spent 11 years as a HS Engineering & Technology teacher, including using Project Lead the Way curriculum. She al
STEM Everyday #261 | Be The Cause | feat. Josh Korb
Send us Fan MailJosh Korb strives to revolutionize the world of education. Beginning his career as a math teacher, Josh's innate drive to innovate led him to become a Director of Technology and Innovation. This role allowed him to merge his love for teaching with his profound experience in instructional technology, in hopes of transforming the educational landscape. As an accomplished author,
STEM Everyday #260 | Tinkercad Ideas & Help | feat. Mike Harmon
Send us Fan MailMike Harmon is a "retired" middle school technology teacher from Michigan, but his real passion is sharing with kids & educators how to build and create in digital space! His YouTube channel @HLModTech is filled with over 4500 videos to help everyone from novice to expert master the skills for design software, especially Tinkercad.Mike even recently partnered with CAD
STEM Everyday #259 | Combining the Best of Tech & Teachers | feat. Harshal Chhaya
Send us Fan MailHarshal Chhaya is a distinguished Engineer looking for ways to help educators integrate STEM, coding, & robotics in practical ways. He believes that "Life is cross-curricular" and that education should reflect that.As the lead Systems Engineer and Product Manager for TI's STEM product line, Harshal has led the development of products like the TI-Innovator Hub and
STEM Everyday #258 | VEX Robotics for Better STEM | feat. Lauren Harter
Send us Fan MailCareer technical education and workforce development has arguably never been more important than it is now, due the rapidly changing landscape. With things like innovation and AI happening so quickly, it becomes more important for educators to prepare students for the changing work environment through early STEM integration that continues through a student’s academic career. By the
STEM Everyday #257 | STEM & Art | feat. Gareth Campbell
Send us Fan MailGareth Campbell is a Bristol based artist and former secondary school science teacher who founded The Museum of Science, the Arts & Interdisciplinary Collaboration (The MoSAIC) in 2022 to address a problem in the education system that frustrated him. "Science is not seen as a creative subject in schools, even worse my experience as a teacher showed me that our current rig
STEM Everyday #256 | STEM & Discomfort | feat. Chad LeDune
Send us Fan MailChad LeDune lives in rural Indiana with his beautiful wife, Heather, their four children, and their two dogs. He loves to travel wherever his teacher’s salary will allow, spend his rare downtime with family and friends, and competing against his fellow middle-aged friends in local basketball games. Experiencing the ups and downs of life has given him an appreciation of time and all
STEM Everyday #255 | National STEM Challenge | feat. Kari Byron
Send us Fan MailThe 2024 National STEM Challenge is a nationwide initiative to foster creativity, critical thinking, and a passion for STEM subjects among middle and high school students. The Challenge invites students in grades 6-12 from across the U.S. and its territories to conceive and submit STEM innovations, inventions, and research. Students will create a 3 page PDF presentation about their
STEM Everyday #254 | The 3 Modes of Making | feat. Matt Zigler
Send us Fan MailMatt Zigler is a teacher, artist, and maker. He is currently the Bullis Innovation and Technology Lab (BITlab) Coordinator at Bullis School in Potomac, Maryland, where he works with students and teachers to bring design thinking and the Maker process into traditional content area classes, teach Maker related classes, and oversees a state of the art Makerspace and Fab Lab. Matt has
STEM Everyday #253 | Samsung Solve for Tomorrow | feat. Ann Woo
Send us Fan MailEach year Samsung hosts a national competition for public schools grades 6–12 in which students are asked to consider how science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) can be used to create change in their communities. 2023 is the 14th annual Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Contest, and with the help of their teachers, students compete to win up to $100,000 in prizes for their school
STEM Everyday #252 | Hollowed Out Kids | feat. Jeremy Adams
Send us Fan MailDo teachers have a front row seat to America’s decline? Jeremy Adams, a History and Social Studies teacher at both the high school and college levels, thinks so.Jeremy Adams has spent decades trying to instill wisdom, ambition, and a love of learning in his students. And yet, as he notes, when teachers get together, they often share an arresting conclusion: Something has gone terri
STEM Everyday #251 | The Mobile Maker Van | feat. Paul Shircliff
Send us Fan MailPaul Shircliff is not your typical makerspace or STEM educator. He doesn’t just know about coding or cardboard or tools or electronics…he knows about ALL of it! And when someone says something about a makerspace, he’s quick to remind that “the real makerspace is between your ears”Paul has been a nuclear engineer, a teacher, and most importantly a maker. He's currently working
STEM Everyday #250 | Literacy & Elementary Engineering | feat. Ekuwah Moses
Send us Fan MailEkuwah Moses is an Elementary Engineering teacher in Las Vegas, NV. She uses a variety of techniques to help over 700 students engage with STEM concepts and build a STEM culture in her school. Ekuwah shares how her previous teaching positions in Literacy allow her to help kids improve communication skills while doing STEM.Ekuwah is also the author of two children's books that
STEM Everyday #249 | National STEM Scholar Program | feat. Dr Paula Grisanti
Send us Fan MailStudies show that middle school students who become excited about science are the ones who will pursue STEM courses in high school and major in them at the technical and college level. At a pivotal time in decision-making that will open or close the door to opportunity, however, nearly 50% of 8th graders in America lose interest in pursuing the STEM-related subjects increasingly re
STEM Everyday #248 | Starting with CAD | feat. Josh Manley & Jake Sugden
Send us Fan MailCAD, or Computer Aided Design, is how the world designs ideas that turn into products and projects. There are a number of CAD software choices of all levels that are available to use (Tinkercad, Fusion 360, OnShape, AutoCAD, Solidworks, etc) to translate ideas from the mind to the screen.Josh Manley is a CNC professor, makerspace educator, and the co-owner of www.cadclass.org. He h
STEM Everyday #247 | Great STEM Ideas | feat. Kevin White
Send us Fan Mail"The tendency of the 21st century classroom teacher today is to use more technology in their classrooms and often times, students abuse it, teachers misuse it, and we all start to, well… lose it! There are lots of books, blogs, vlogs, webinars, professional development sessions, and even conference headliners, all trying to convert classroom teachers into believers that techno
STEM Everyday #246 | The State of STEM Education | feat. Ann Woo
Send us Fan MailThe State of STEM Education survey was released by Samsung Solve for Tomorrow on March 23, 2023. The positive impacts that U.S. public schools and their communities enjoy from STEM programs were underscored in a new survey conducted among some of the nation’s leading middle and high school STEM educators. Nearly 60% of teachers indicate that although teaching STEM is challenging,
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Send us Fan MailThe strategy of Algopeers is to bridge the gap between education and industry in Africa by distributing digital skills, knowledge hubs, human resources, and STEAM labs, while leveraging intelligent data. Algopeers is providing in class, after school, and mobile maker-lab learning to kids in Ghana. They are working with parents, educators, students, developer communities, and organi
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