Make way for the 2024-25 Exelon Foundation STEM Mentorship Program!

We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of our STEM Academy and Boys to STEM Academy alumni mentees and Exelon mentors who participated in our first Exelon Foundation STEM mentorship program session last month.

Your enthusiasm and commitment have set the tone for an inspiring journey ahead!

This program aims to connect students with experienced mentors in STEM and energy fields, offering personalized guidance, professional insights, and valuable networking opportunities. We are excited to continue building a community of future innovators and leaders!

Virtual STEM Day

Resume Revamp - Build and Revise your Resume

Thursday, November 21, 2024

5:00-6:00pm CT/6:00-7:00pm ET

Whether you're applying for internships, research opportunities, or entry-level positions, this session will provide valuable insights on how to create a compelling resume that highlights your academic achievements, technical skills, and relevant experiences. Learn how to tailor your resume for specific roles in STEM and energy fields, effectively communicate your strengths, and stand out!

We want to hear from you!

We want to hear from you and learn more about what STEM in your every day lives look like!

Is there something you want to know more about energy? or maybe you are looking for to share a project you've been working on in STEM? We want to know!

The Exelon Foundation STEM Academy and Exelon Foundation Boys to STEM Academy team is constantly looking for ways to make our programs more engaging for everyone.

We would love to hear from you on:

• Future events you would like to see
• What kind of content you are looking for in STEMinist?
• What you are working on in STEM!

Apple picking is a fun fall tradition to enjoy the crisp air, vibrant orchard scenery, and a nice juicy apple but, what if you could produce power from something so sweet...

Or those glowsticks you used on Halloween, do you know how they work?

Learn how using a few simple materials you can learn how to transform an apple into a small battery that generates energy!

Check out these interactive activities you can do at home with a few glowsticks and a glass of water that teaches you the science that goes into creating the light you see.

Attached below is a PDF that walks you through the glowstick activity as well as a station guide to creating an apple battery. Download the activity guide by clicking the button below and indulging in the fall fun!

Preparing for the 2025-2026 FAFSA Form!

The 2025–26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form will be available to the public on or before Dec. 1, 2024. To apply for federal student aid, such as federal grants, work-study, and loans, you need to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid.

There is limited amount of federal student aid, and it can sometimes be distributed on a "first come, first serve" basis, so it is important to fill out as soon as possible! Read more through the link to see the steps to complete and ensure the best aid towards your future!

Fibonacci Day is

November 23rd

Fibonacci Day honors the famous mathematician Leonardo Fibonacci and his introduction of the Fibonacci sequence to Western mathematics. This sequence appears in many natural patterns, from the arrangement of leaves on a stem to the spirals of shells. Fibonacci Day is a fun way to explore the beauty of math in nature and its applications in STEM.