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STEM EverydaySTEM Everyday #294 | Mentoring | feat. Astronaut Scholarship FoundationFor over 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 merit-based monetary scholarships awarded to college level STEM juniors and seniors. ASF has a life-long relationship with each Astronaut Scholar and provides them with mentors, professional and personal development and networking with astronauts, C-suite level executives and industry leaders to help advance their careers.Started by members of th...2025-04-1524 minSTEM EverydaySTEM Everyday #293 | Codie Blocks | feat. Caroline RosenbloomWhen 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 appropriate.Featuring the Mia & Codie series as seen on PBS member stations, Codie Blocks introduces characters and scenarios that help children build their skills as they think through situations in their everyday lives. The new Codie Blocks Block Dock brings...2025-04-0213 minSTEM EverydaySTEM Everyday #292 | Coding and CS for Every Kid | feat. Allen TsuiWhen 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 subject leader for Computing since September 2020 and specializes in teaching Computing to children as young as aged 3 (Nursery and Early Years) to 11 year olds (Year 6). Since September 2023, Allen has been on...2025-03-2927 minSTEM EverydaySTEM Everyday #291 | Not Just Technology | feat. Steven IglesiasSchools 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 security guard. Next, I transitioned into teaching and later became an administrator. But technology? That was different. My eyes were opened to the power of exponential technologies, and I realized I had a passion fo...2025-03-1722 minSTEM EverydaySTEM Everyday #290 | Cybersecurity Education | feat. Dr Laurie SalvailCYBER.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.ORG provides educators and caregivers with resources and training to teach cybersecurity education to K-12 students nationwide. Today, over 30,000 teachers across all 50 states and four U.S. territories are enrolled in the CYBER.ORG’s content platform. Dr. Laurie Salvail serves as the Executive Director of CYBER.ORG, the Academic Divis...2025-03-1021 minSTEM EverydaySTEM Everyday #289 | Using STEM Supplies Effectively | feat. Jason McKennaFebruary 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 Can Do for Your Classroom," has become an important resource for educators navigating the world of STEM.In his role at VEX Robotics, Jason oversees curriculum development and classroom integration for a wide range o...2025-02-1722 minSTEM EverydaySTEM Everyday #288 | YouTube Lessons & Personalized Learning | feat. Mister MarxMatt (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 learning accessible and understandable for anyone looking to understand math from a real person. And recently, Mister Marx was selected as a contestant in Daymond John of Shark T...2025-02-0521 minSTEM EverydaySTEM Everyday #287 | Resources & Experience in STEM Classrooms | feat. Jason ErdreichJason 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 courses have ranged from technical drawing, product design, CAD, biotechnology, manufacturing, materials processing, electronics, robotics, computer science, multimedia, video production, graphic design, and more. Jason works with schools, universities, companies, and individuals to develop exciting learning environments that are engaging a...2025-01-2427 minSTEM EverydaySTEM Everyday #286 | Modeling Instruction & Engagement | feat. Eric RobinsonEric 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 core of the scientific disciplines. This method provides a framework for science instruction that approximates how scientists 'do science.'" Eric is also a member of the 1st class of Vernier Trendsetters Community. The group offers educators a forum to enhance their...2025-01-2223 minSTEM EverydaySTEM Everyday #285 | Space Junk Solutions | feat. Alex GrabRegistration 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 serious risks to active satellites, space missions, and even essential services on Earth like GPS, communications, and weather forecasting. Your students can be part of the solution, helping to protect the future of space exploration and everyday...2025-01-1312 minSTEM EverydaySTEM Everyday #284 | NASA's RPS Writing Contest | feat. Kristin JansenKids 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, for over 60 years, allowed NASA to explore the harshest, darkest, and dustiest parts of our solar system and enabled spacecraft to study its many moons. Then, armed with new knowledge and inspiration, write a short essay about how...2024-12-1612 minSTEM EverydaySTEM Everyday #283 | Global Skills for STEM Careers | feat. Carlos RomeroCarlos 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 Technology at Walgreens Boots Alliance. Carlos serves as a board member of the National Math and Science Initiative (NMSI nms.org), a non-profit organization dedicated to equipping underserved schools and communities with vital STEM...2024-12-0731 minSTEM EverydaySTEM Everyday #282 | Robotics in the Classroom | feat. Omar CortezOmar 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 students is preparing his students for future academic and career success in STEM fields.Omar recently released his first book Meshed Gears. Based on the true story of robotics kids in his school, Esteban and the Owlbots go on an inspiring journey...2024-11-2525 minSTEM EverydaySTEM Everyday #281 | STEM, CTE, & Submarines? | feat. Jerry Wooden“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 critical industries and are paving the way for the workforce of tomorrow.”The U.S. manufacturing sector faces a massive skills shortage. Over the next decade, 4 million manufacturing jobs will likely need to be filled. America’s submarine industry alone will...2024-11-0823 minSTEM EverydaySTEM Everyday #280 | Creativity & Curiosity in PBL | feat. Kath GeramitaKath 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 batteries and fuel cells. Throughout it, she was always searching for ways to engage young children and their parents in the excitement of science, in hopes of developing more scientifically-engaged citizens. In 2015, Kath joined forces with Peg Zokowski and...2024-11-0226 minSTEM EverydaySTEM Everyday #279 | Lifelong Learning as a STEM Teacher | feat. Cameron RossCameron 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 with Cameron:Twitter/X @cameronross3Chris Woods is the host of the STEM Everyday Podcast... Connect with him:Website: dailystem.comTwitter/X: @dailystemInstagram: @dailystemYouTube: @dailystemGet Chris's book Daily STEM2024-10-2125 minSTEM EverydaySTEM Everyday #278 | Samsung Solve for Tomorrow | feat. Ann Woo2024 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 supplies to participating schools throughout the U.S. The competition format incorporates video-based storytelling, building support for a concept, and live pitch presentations emulating the real-life environment STEM students face in higher education and the STEM workspace.The Application Proc...2024-10-1319 minSTEM EverydaySTEM Everyday #277 | The National STEM Challenge | feat. Kari Byron & Jenny BuccosKari 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. territories until October 20, 2024. Top-scoring students, along with a caregiver, will receive an expense-paid trip to Washington, DC for the National STEM Festival, where they will share their project, network with top business and government leaders, and le...2024-10-1314 minSTEM EverydaySTEM Everyday #276 | Portable Microscopes from Foldscope | feat. Holly StuartFoldscope 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! Foldscope can also attach to mobile phones for imaging and is very portable, durable, and waterproof. With that versatility, the possibilities are endless!Look for the new projection microscope soon!Connect with Foldscope:Website: foldscope...2024-09-1725 minSTEM EverydaySTEM Everyday #275 | STEM & Stories | feat. Kim CollazoKim 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 engineering in relevant ways at the elementary level. She continues to help educators by helping the curriculum development team at Drone Legends.Kim fulfilled a life-long dream to become a picture book author when she began her Emersyn Blake series...2024-09-1426 minSTEM EverydaySTEM Everyday #274 | SpaceKids Global (Part 2) | feat. Sharon HagleSharon 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), and Blue Origin’s nonprofit Club for the Future, announced the winners of the 2024 SpaceKids Press Squad Competition. The competition will give eight lucky students from across the U.S. the opportunity to travel to Orlando, FL, visit Blue Origin’s Rocket Park manufacturing facility, NASA’s Kenned...2024-09-0714 minSTEM EverydaySTEM Everyday #273 | Invention & Patents | feat. the USPTO & Teen InventorsCreating 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 US National Invention Convention, earning a patent sponsorship and a finalist award, propelling Lauren and Nicolette to the global convention and ultimately a USPTO patent approval. From the US Patent and Trademark Office, Juan Valentin is an education program advisor in t...2024-08-2425 minSTEM EverydaySTEM Everyday #272 | PBL and Tapas? | feat. Tara Koehler & John SammonTara 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 STEAM learning, steammachinepd.com, and just wrote a book outlining their best ideas for PBL, The Tapas Approach to Project Based Learning, presents an innovative perspective on PBL by advocating a 'small...2024-08-1223 minSTEM EverydaySTEM Everyday #271 | Creating with Nurcs | feat. Mike CairnsMike 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, these small plastic connectors allow kids and adults alike to build bigger things than they have ever built before. After hundreds of prototypes and many long hours, they finalizes the proper proportions and settled on s...2024-08-0718 minSTEM EverydaySTEM Everyday #270 | Tinkercad, Design, & Technology | feat. Ed CharlwoodEd 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 in a superheroes belt. We need tooled-up superheroes to save us, so we need our students to go to the dojo and master these tools.Find out more about a free PDF...2024-08-0228 minSTEM EverydaySTEM Everyday #269 | The Brooklyn Robot Foundry | feat. Jenny YoungJenny 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 Mechanical Engineering, Jenny worked in various areas of design, manufacturing, supply chain management and software development. It was when she was working in education technology that Jenny saw an overwhelming need fo...2024-07-2924 minSTEM EverydaySTEM Everyday #268 | The Ultimate STEM Lab | feat. Amy ElyAmy 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, the new STEM center provides the extra support students need to excel academically and gain valuable skills and experiences that prepare them for higher education and future careers.The George & Mary Turek H...2024-07-2727 minSTEM EverydaySTEM Everyday #267 | A Mobile STEM Lab | feat. Jennifer DewarHow 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 to make sure that they have just a full, comprehensive, educational experience. And we want them to enjoy what they're doing,” said High School Science teacher Kristen Whitmer.Jennifer Dewar is th...2024-07-0722 minSTEM EverydaySTEM Everyday #266 | SpaceKids Global | feat. Sharon HagleThere 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 to inspire STEAM+ Environment Education, with the goal of bringing the possibility of space to children. Sharon shares her journey to space and introduces students through speaking engagements at sc...2024-05-2411 minSTEM EverydaySTEM Everyday #265 | The Science of Sport | feat. Daren HeatonThe 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 the concepts of sports into an understanding of the underlying science and mathematics, and hosts training events for teachers to help bring more diverse lesson plans and STEM learning into classrooms.To date, Science of Sport has created over 100 lesson plans, handed out 20,000 STEM kits, and...2024-05-0423 minSTEM EverydaySTEM Everyday #264 | Museums & STEM | feat. Darryl WilliamsAs 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 Engineering from the University of Maryland, College Park. After earning his doctorate, he served as a NIH Postdoctoral Fellow in pediatric cardiology research at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. He also ser...2024-04-2822 minSTEM EverydaySTEM Everyday #263 | Media Arts for STEM | feat. Adam ToddAdam 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 Classroom Dynamics podcast to help educators "dive into powerful professional development insights designed to cultivate a vibrant 21st-century classroom environment." In April of 2024, the podcast focuses on STEM & STEAM experts sharing ideas and experiences.2024-04-1425 minSTEM EverydaySTEM Everyday #262 | A STEM Workforce | feat. Nicole Otte of Endress+HauserEndress+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 also served as Director of Central Nine Career Center in Greenwood, Indiana.Endress+Hauser USA has made a commitment to students and community members through its workforce development and philanthropy initiatives. In 2023, Endress+Hauser USA hosted 15 visits for more than 800 K-12 vi...2024-04-0521 minSTEM EverydaySTEM Everyday #261 | Be The Cause | feat. Josh KorbJosh 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, educational consultant, and captivating speaker, Josh shares his insights on the intersection of technology and education, inspiring audiences and unboxing potential. His ability to communicate complex ideas with clarity and conviction has cemented his reputation as a thought leader in...2024-04-0321 min