SNOHOMISH STEM UPDATES

Spring into STEM Draws Over 800 Visitors for Hands-On STEM Fun!

Our 9th annual Spring into STEM event at Imagine Children’s Museum was a huge success, welcoming 824 children and families for an evening of hands-on exploration, creativity, and discovery. Thanks to our incredible community partners, many of whom have supported this event for years, kids and families connected with real-world STEM careers through engaging activities and interactive stations. A special welcome to our new partners who joined us for the first time and brought fresh energy to this beloved tradition! 

We're already looking ahead to next April, when we’ll celebrate our 10th annual Spring into STEM during the museum’s Community Access Night. Big ideas are in the works, and we can’t wait to make it our most memorable yet!

STEM Like Me!® Wraps Up the 2024-2025 School Year

This year, 1,169 students across Snohomish County had the chance to explore real-world STEM careers through hands-on activities and conversations with local STEM professionals. At our final event of the year, held at Mukilteo School District, 275 students participated—with 84% reporting a stronger understanding of STEM careers and 57% expressing more interest in pursuing STEM pathways. 

Students shared their excitement: 

🩺 “CPR! It’s really interesting to me! I would want to be in healthcare.” 

🛠️ “Learning what civil engineers do.” 

⚡ “I now want an electrical engineering job.” 

🌿 "Learning about the jobs that work with nature" 

🚢 "Being a boat technician got my attention" 

Read more about this year’s impact and see reflections on our blog here!

Meet the 2025-2026 Snohomish County STEM Rising Star: Harshita Sinha!

We’re excited to introduce Harshita Sinha of Lake Stevens High School as this year’s Snohomish County STEM Rising Star! Nominated by her CTE Director, Harshita stands out for her accomplishments in robotics, technology, and health sciences. From competing at the VEX Robotics World Championships and Microsoft Office Specialist Nationals to excelling in HOSA (Future Health Professionals) events. Beyond competitions, Harshita is recognized for her drive, resilience, and leadership, serving as a role model to peers in and out of the classroom. As a STEM Rising Star, she will be featured this fall on the Snohomish STEM Rising Star page as well as the Washington STEM Awards site, joining other awardees across Washington in this statewide recognition of future STEM leaders.  

Special recognition also goes to this year’s Snohomish County runners-up: 

• Miya LaMarre, Monroe High School 
• Ruhi Gilani, Jackson High School 
• Anvitha Babu, Northcreek High School 

Congratulations to Harshita and all the students being recognized for their incredible achievements in STEM! We’re proud to recognize your leadership and can’t wait to see what you do next. 

Celebrating Laasya Chintamani, our 2024-2025 STEM Rising Star!

Laasya Chintamani, our 2024-2025 Snohomish County STEM Rising Star, was recently featured in the Everett Herald. The article highlights her love for science, leadership in the community, and dreams of a future in medicine. Learn more about Laasya’s inspiring journey and what drives her passion for helping others. 

👉Read the full story in the Everett Herald: Laasya Chintamani:"I always loved science and wanted to help people"

STEM IN OUR COMMUNITY

Photo credit: Mario Lotmore, Lynnwood Times

Six Snohomish County Students Honored at Boeing STEM Signing Day

Six outstanding Snohomish County seniors were recognized at this year’s Boeing STEM Signing Day, which celebrates students across Washington as they commit to STEM degrees and careers: 

• Shreya Karthik - Henry M. Jackson High School→ Brown University to study Neuroscience and Environmental Science 

• Amelia Stahlke - Lake Stevens High School→ UCLA to study Mechanical Engineering 

• Avery Wolf - Snohomish High School→ University of Washington to study Earth and Space Sciences 

• Shyla Weeks - Snohomish High School→ Central Washington University to study Biophysics 

• Leo Guan - Snohomish High School→ University of Washington Bothell to study Computer Science 

• Melinda Soeung - Glacier Peak High School→ University of Washington to study Environmental Science and Resource Management 

Boeing STEM Signing Day, hosted in partnership with Boeing, the Seattle Seahawks, and Partnership for Learning, recognizes students’ hard work and celebrates their exciting futures ahead! 

See more photos and full event coverage from Lynnwood Times here. 

What Skills Will Tomorrow’s Workforce Need? Tell Us

Sno-Isle Tech Skills Center is exploring a possible expansion, and your insight can help shape it. 

We’re asking employers, business owners, hiring managers, industry experts, and workforce leaders to share their perspective on the skills and programs that will prepare students for high-demand careers. 

Take a quick, 12-question survey to share your input on: 

- Skills or certifications essential for your industry 

- Relevant program areas for future training 

- The talent pipeline needs impacting your business 

Your feedback will directly inform the development of career and technical education programs that match real-world industry demand. 

Your insight = real impact. Help us shape the next generation of skilled talent in Snohomish County.  

Survey Link Here

Snohomish County Teacher Named PAEMST National Finalist

Congratulations to John Hildenbrand of Stanwood High School (Stanwood-Camano SD) for being named a national finalist for the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST), the nation’s highest honor for STEM educators! John is one of a select group recognized for outstanding STEM teaching and leadership in the classroom and beyond. Learn more: www.paemst.nsf.gov

Snohomish County Educators Win Ellison Education Grants

Big congratulations to Maggie Doud (Emerson Elementary, Everett SD) and Cory Ross (Darrington High School, Darrington SD) for being selected as 2025–2026 Ellison Education Grant awardees! They’re two of just 24 teachers statewide recognized for designing innovative learning experiences that support student success and professional growth. Learn more about the Ellison Education Grants and this year’s recipients at ellison-foundation.org.

Did You Miss A Past Newsletter?

Stay in the loop! If you missed our previous newsletter, don’t worry — you can check it out here for more updates and inspiration. Read It Here 

GRANT FUNDED

This program is proudly supported, in whole or in part, by:

• Boeing
• Economic Alliance Snohomish County
• Google Cloud
• Washington STEM
• Career Connect Washington

The Snohomish STEM Network is one of 10 STEM Networks working collectively with Washington STEM to create solutions and partnerships that bring STEM education to Washington students, especially those historically underrepresented in STEM fields like students of color, girls and young women, students living in poverty, and students living in rural areas.