October 2023 Issue

C-STEM Receives Generous Grant

The Houston Fund for Social Justice and Economic Equity Board of Directors recently chose C-STEM Teacher and Student Support Services, Inc. as a recipient of a Round 2 Wells Fargo Open for Business grant.

This incredible $35,000 award will enable our organization to reach more students with a new, customized electric cargo van.

These funds directly impact our operating budget and the number of students we are able to help.

STEM Education Insights

Why the Number of Students in Special Education Has Doubled

Written by: Reagan Flowers, Ph.D.

More than 7 million public school students, almost 15%, need special education today in America. That number has more than doubled in the last decade. Why is this happening and what can we do to make sure these students are not overlooked or left behind?

Keep Reading

Be Part of Our Mission

Are you a teacher needing STEMSTEAM Toolkits.png

Download the 2023 State of STEM Report

The C-STEM Challenge theme for the 2022-23 academic year

Climate Tech: Creating Innovative Solutions

Get in touch with us to learn more!

Opportunities & Deadlines

STEM OPPORTUNITY GUIDE

Don't miss out on upcoming STEM opportunities! This month, we’ve compiled even more opportunities to share!

For Students & Parents

Minority/Women in STEM Scholarship

This scholarship aims to support underprivileged students who are interested in pursuing careers in STEM. Any BIPOC and/or female high school senior or undergraduate who is a first-generation, low-income student interested in STEM may apply for this scholarship.

Apply by Nov. 15

Regeneron Science Talent Search

Regeneron STS identifies future leaders in science, and uses a holistic review process that includes many components.

Apply by Nov. 8

Women in STEM Scholarships

Get the details on 10 STEM scholarships for high school and college students.

Get More Information

For Teachers & Leaders

Mathematics Grants

NCTM's Mathematics Education Trust grants, scholarships, and awards provide funds of $1,500 - $24,000 to help math teachers, prospective teachers, and other math educators improve the teaching and learning of mathematics.

Apply now

STEM Webinar for Teachers

Join EdWeb for "From K to Careers: How to Connect STEM Career Pathways at Every Grade."

Wed.,Nov. 8

5-6 p.m. EST

See the details

Webinar Series for Teachers

The National Science Teacher Association is offering a series of webinars on engaging students in science and engineering.

See the details

Help Us Close Out the Year with Huge Impact

Earlier this year, C-STEM received a generous $2,500 grant from Houston Arts Alliance. We're proud to announce that we were able to use the funds to complete much-needed maintenance on the Little Robot Free Library art structure. We have begun repairs by fixing the floorboard of the art structure. The free library is now back in full operation!

Thank you to Houston Arts Alliance for helping us continue to serve the local community!

GIVE TODAY

Wells International Foundation Recognizes Flowers

Earlier this month, Wells International Foundation recognized C-STEM Founder Dr. Reagan Flowers was awarded with its Unsung Heroine Award during the 2023 International Business Women’s Day Awards Luncheon. Dr. Flowers was recognized for her comprehensive educational efforts and achievements, including her roles as:

Chief Knowledge Officer for Education Consulting Services (ECS), which provides education innovation, diversity and inclusion, and workforce development advisory services
President & CEO of C-STEM Teacher Student ND Support Services, which helps students achieve complete mastery of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics
STEM Access Champion of Change – recognition from the President Barack Obama Administration (2014)

C-STEM Roots for Houston Students at Local Luncheon

C-STEM staff, along with members of the C-STEM family, recently attended the Collaborative For Children 2023 Building Blocks Luncheon. The event celebrates creating wonder for children in the Greater Houston area. Collaborative for Children’s vision is to ensure that all children in Greater Houston have high-quality early learning opportunities, setting them on a path to achieve their full potential. We were honored to support this organization, whose mission aligns so closely with ours … right here in our hometown!

C-STEM Seeks Volunteers, Interns

We're looking for motivated young people who want to make a difference in the lives of underrepresented and underserved youth while also building new skills. Learn more here.

Blast from the Past

School is Back in Session

We love taking you down memory lane. Now that schools across the nation are back in session, we wanted to take a minute to celebrate from C-STEM back-to-school moments from 2021 and celebrate all the teachers, parents and volunteers that make each school year great. We hope you see some familiar faces and it brings up some fond memories!