MONTHLY NEWSLETTER / JANUARY 2026

Table of Contents

From the Director

STEM Highlight of the Month

News from the McKinney Center

Events, Workshops & Webinars

Opportunities & Resources for Students & Families

Opportunities & Resources for Teachers & Educators

Volunteer Opportunities

Grants, Funding, & Scholarships

Career Opportunities

Articles and Publications



From the Director

Happy New Year!

Welcome 2026!

Over the past couple weeks, I hope each of you had time to decompress and enjoy meaningful moments with those close to you. I was grateful for the opportunity to spend time with friends, while also relaxing with my immediate family. I’m looking forward to jumping into the new year and continuing our collective work to strengthen STEM education and experiences for Philadelphia’s youth.

It’s Here! The Compass Pro Bono Project Is Underway

As I’ve mentioned over the past few months, we’re partnering with Compass Pro Bono to take a deeper look at the McKinney Center’s work and how we can better align our efforts with the needs of Philadelphia’s STEM community. However, we can’t do this work alone—we really need your input and ideas.

While we put the finishing touches on our feedback surveys, we’d love to invite members to take part in a short focus group. We’re offering three different dates with time options we hope will fit your schedule. If you’re interested, please use this LINK to sign up. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out.

Please keep an eye out for our finalized surveys coming your way over the next few weeks. Your input and participation will play an important role in moving our work forward.

Wishing you a wonderful start to 2026,

David S. Garbe, PhD (he/him)

Director

McKinney Center for STEM Education

STEM Highlight of the Month

The Philadelphia STEM Field Trip and the Philadelphia STEM Outreach Guides have a new look!

Spring is the perfect time for a field trip! If you are looking for a STEM experience in the Philly area, check out our new and improved Philadelphia STEM Field Trip Guide. It has been overhauled with a new interface as well as exciting opportunities.

Can't make a trip but would like to add something new to your school day or out-of-school time activities? We invite you to also check out our upgraded Philadelphia STEM Outreach Guide. We continue to add new resources and updating the offerings, so check back often.

Finally, if you are looking for regional STEM Resources, including a calendar of events, links to Philly-focused STEM experiences, or even opportunities throughout PA and the nation, visit our STEM Resources page. To learn more about our STEM resources, contact Betsy Payne.

News from the McKinney Center

The Philadelphia STEM Ecosystem is

proud to announce that our

Philadelphia STEM Education Directory

was named the 2025 Technical.ly Award's

Product of the Year!

This Philadelphia STEM Program Directory is a free, searchable map that highlights a wide range of in-person, out-of-school-time STEM opportunities across the Greater Philadelphia area. Students can search for programs based on their interests—from sports analytics and artificial intelligence to marine science and engineering—as well as by grade level (pre-K through 12th grade) and when and where programs are offered. For teachers and educators, the Directory also includes a Professional Development section that can be filtered by interests, grade level, incentives, and aligned educational standards. 

We would like to congratulate the other winners of the 2025 Technical.ly Awards: SaaS and Tech Growth Meetup for Programming of the Year; Meredith Tretiak for Emerging Entrepreneur of the Year; Robert Christmas for Thought Leader of the Year; HiveBio Accelerator for Power Move of the Year; and Proscia for Money Move of the Year. It is an honor to be in such great company!

We’re excited to connect our community to even more in-person STEM programs that offer out-of-school-time opportunities for students from PreK through high school. These programs provide valuable hands-on learning experiences, and we want to ensure that students and families know about all the opportunities Philadelphia has to offer. We’re continually updating the Directory with new programs and are committed to keeping it current and useful. Using the Directory—and registering a program—is completely free. If you have a STEM program that should be in the Directory, please visit our page at https://www.philastemeco.org/directory for more information on how to register. If you have any questions, please contact Betsy Payne.

Join Us for Insight, Innovation, and Impact. PSSE Advocacy Virtual Meeting Series is kicking off in January! This series combines economic insight with leadership storytelling to inspire collaboration, innovation, and advocacy across the Commonwealth.

What to Expect? Each virtual meeting is structured to learn from leaders within Pennsylvania’s five economic pillars (Agriculture, Energy, Life Sciences, Manufacturing, and Robotics & Technology); hear their leadership stories through the lens of 10 Great Stories Leaders Tell; and work & network with ecosystem members across the state to build connections and actionable advocacy strategies.

From founding stories to vision, strategy, values, and leadership philosophy—discover the narratives that drive success. Our schedule is:

• January 20, 2026 | 3 - 4:30pm | Five Pillar, Advocacy, and Storytelling Overview
• February 18, 2026 | 8 - 9:30am | Agriculture and AgTech
• March 19, 2026 | 3 - 4:30pm | Energy and Clean Tech
• April 21, 2026 | 8 - 9:30am | Life science and Biotech
• May 20, 2026 | 3 - 4:30pm | Advanced Manufacturing
• June 18, 2026 | 8 - 9:30am | Robotics and Technology 

You can register for any or all meetings HERE. We hope you’ll join us to learn from leaders, share your voice, and build your individual and the statewide ecosystem!

Through this collaboration, we are advancing the development of CareerXplorer—LabXchange’s free interactive tool that empowers learners to explore STEM careers, understand the skills and pathways needed, and engage with real stories from professionals. Our joint effort focuses on careers that are vital to the Philadelphia STEM ecosystem, ensuring students and job seekers have transparent, relatable pathways into these roles.

Currently, the LabXchange CareerXplorer team is developing profiles for the following careers:

• Research & Discovery: Microbiologist, Biochemist, Neuroscientist, Immunologist, Virologist
• Research – Data Focus: Data Scientist, Data Engineer
• Manufacturing & Production: Biomanufacturing Specialist, Quality Control Specialist, Health & Safety Officer
• Communications & Outreach: Communications Officer, Medical Science Liaison
• Medicine: Pharmacist, Genetic Counselor

We invite members of the Collective to share their expertise and experiences. Volunteer opportunities include:

• Reviewing career profiles for accuracy 
• Writing your own career story to be published on the platform (template will be provided)
• Supporting career simulation development with content developers

Keep an eye out for additional professions and careers in the future! if there are any specific career profiles that would support your work in the Philadelphia STEM ecosystem, or if you are interested in contributing your time to support this valuable tool, please reach out to Nicole Sjoblom, Relationship Manager, Harvard University, LabXchange for more information.

Ambassadors help spread the word, attend two hands-on learning events in PA between May 1–23, 2026, and share what they discover - photos, quotes, smiles, surprises, and all the magic that makes RLD special. It’s a light, flexible commitment, and Ambassadors can earn up to $250.

If selected, Ambassadors join virtual trainings in March and April to get ideas, meet the team, and learn how to amplify the festival. Youth Ambassadors will work with SLB Radio Productions, Inc., and Parent/Teacher Ambassadors will work with the RLD Across PA team. If you have any questions about the Ambassadors program, contact Cari Kozicki, Project Manager of RLD Across PA - Special Initiatives. For the Youth application go HERE. For the Parent/Teacher application, go HERE. Applications are open now and due February 13, 2026!

RLD is a celebration of curiosity, creativity, and innovation—from STEM and maker projects to the arts and outdoor exploration. We would like to invite our friends and collaborators to join RLD by hosting an event - they can be big or small, indoors or outdoors, new or a simple twist on something you already do - anything that sparks wonder! If you are ready to host an event, go to the Event Submission Page. To support your event, RLD has a limited number of Event Host Awards ($150, $250, and $500) to help cover costs. Deadline to apply for an award is February 13, 2026. For more information, contact Betsy Payne, Philadelphia Regional Lead for RLD.

Events, Workshops & Webinar

Smithsonian Science Education Leadership Summit (SSELS)

We are now accepting applications for the Smithsonian Science Education Leadership Summit, taking place at Drexel University in Philadelphia from March 27 to March 29, 2026. This free three-day summit focuses on empowering teams from schools, districts, state organizations, or STEM education non-profits to develop strategies to recruit or retain K-12 STEM teachers in the classroom. Applications are open until January 5, 2026.

Purpose Driven Teaching & Learning: A Workshop for Educators

Teach with purpose, spark deeper learning. Join our workshop to design meaningful, real-world learning experiences. This day-long workshop explores how teaching with a clear, meaningful purpose can transform student learning. Purpose-driven learning—relevant to students and today’s world—calls for complex thinking and the integration of multiple disciplines. This is the core of transdisciplinary learning. January 9, 2026 9:00am to 4:30pm at Holy Family University.

Raising the Standard: An NGSS-Badged Approach to AG-Based Genetics - a PENNSELA Winter Workshop

Join us for a dynamic day of professional learning hosted by PENNSELA in partnership with the American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture (AFBFA) and the Food and Agriculture Center for Science Education. This workshop centers on "Unravel Genetics to Raise the Steaks," a unit that has earned the prestigious NGSS Design Badge. The NGSS Design Badge is awarded to top-rated science lessons and units designed for the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). Participants will discover how this high-quality material bridges the gap between complex high school genetics concepts and authentic modern agriculture. January 9, 2026 from 8:30am to 3:30pm at PaTTAN, Harrisburg, PA.

Educator Workshops at the Franklin Institute

The Franklin Institute's Professional Development team is excited to offer FREE professional development experiences in the 2025 school year for K-8 educators interested in adding more student led STEM to their classroom. Please sign-up for a session below by clicking the individual link. The sessions can be taken as a series to build on skills or attended on a drop-in basis. Two opportunities are available: Designing Student-led Investigations on January 22 , 2026 5:00pm to 7:30pm and Using Evidence to Support Arguments on February 26, 2026 from 5:00pm to 7:30pm.

Looking for more to do STEM related?

Search for a variety of STEM opportunities including family days, workshops, webinars, and more at PSEC’s Event Calendar Page. 

Opportunities & Resources for Students and Families

Monell Science Apprenticeship (MSAP)

The MSAP program is looking for highly motivated high school and undergraduate students in the greater Philadelphia area (including Camden) for a seven-week intensive paid internship that provides the opportunity to directly participate in basic research. MSAP is a paid immersive summer experience running this summer from June 15, 2026 to July 31, 2026. The program provides talented high school and undergraduate students, particularly those from traditionally underrepresented and under-resourced groups in the sciences, the space, resources and training to conduct an independent research project. Applications due on January 9, 2026.

Lang Medical Scholars Program - Lewis Katz School of Medicine, Temple University

Are you curious about how the human body works? Do you dream of becoming a doctor, nurse, scientist, or other healthcare professional?  The Lang Medical Scholars Program is your chance to explore medicine and science — starting in 7th grade! You will learn how the body works, discover what happens when it doesn’t, and get a sneak peek at real healthcare careers. This program is free for all participants. Application deadline is January 19, 2026.

George Washington Carver Science Fair

The George Washington Carver Science Fair is an annual fair that provides opportunities for Philadelphia school students to gain enriched learning experiences through scientific inquiry and discovery. The fair is held every Spring and is open to all students in grades 4th to 12th who attend Philadelphia County public, charter, parochial and private schools, as well as to home-schooled students residing in the county. The fair is sponsored jointly by Temple University's College of Science & Technology and the Office of Community Affairs & Engagement. Student required forms due and student "milestones" must be completed in STEM Wizard. Last day for students and teachers/sponsors to register is January 23, 2026. 

Minds Matter Mentoring

Minds Matter is a four-year mentoring program that begins in students’ freshman year of high school. Minds Matter offers its students a combination of individualized mentor support and group tutoring that provides students with the resources, information and guidance they need to gain admission to, enroll in and graduate from four-year colleges. Deadline to apply is January 31, 2026.

Pennsylvania Governor’s School for the Sciences (PGSS)

The Pennsylvania Department of Education is pleased to announce that the PGSS at Carnegie Mellon University is now accepting applications from talented high school juniors for the summer 2026 program. PGSS 5-week STEM residency program for rising high school seniors in PA. Students complete rigorous course work in biology, chemistry, computer science, mathematics, and physics while also getting hands-on experience in laboratory skills and research. We provide academic opportunities that even the best high schools cannot offer. Importantly, there is no cost to participate in PGSS; housing, meals, and tuition are completely covered for each student.

Application deadline is January 31, 2026.

Pennsylvania Outdoor Corps - 2026 Philadelphia Youth Crew

Spend your summer outdoors making a difference! The Youth Summer Program is a chance for high-school-aged students between15 and 18 to work, learn, and explore in state parks and forests across Pennsylvania! For six weeks, you’ll join a team tackling hands-on conservation projects — like building trails, protecting habitats, and improving park spaces. Plus, you’ll gain job experience, career exposure, and environmental knowledge along the way. This is a paid summer job with lunch, personal protective equipment, and daily transportation provided.

WINS (Women in Natural Sciences) - The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University (ANS)

The WINS program is in search of its next cohort of STEM and community leaders. Students participate in hands-on experiential learning at ANS, Philadelphia and beyond on immersive field trips, intern in our world renown natural history collections and labs, and develop a life-long network of friends and professionals. WINS is completely FREE to all participants. If you are a female currently attending the 8th grade, plan to attend a Philly public or charter high school can maintain a B average in your grades, this opportunity is for you! Nominations to the program can be made by a teacher, parent or other adults and end on February 15, 2026.

Intensive Immersion Program - The Hidden Genius Project

The Hidden Genius Project trains and mentors Black male youth in technology creation, entrepreneurship, and leadership skills to transform their lives and communities. Our program is year-round (15-months – two consecutive summers and one full school year) and is open to students currently be in 8th through 10th grade, and will be in 9th through 11th grade next fall. Application deadline is February 20, 2026.

What's your Plan? Family and Student Companion Guide

The “What’s Your Plan?” Campaign is led by PhillyGoes2College in partnership with the CASE On-Time High School Graduation Action Team.

The campaign aims to ensure that every graduating senior leaves high school with a clear and actionable post-secondary plan, whether that path leads to college, trade school, military service, full-time employment, or entrepreneurship. This campaign reinforces the belief that every student deserves support in identifying, naming, and taking steps toward their future goals. This free guide includes resources for families and students on the major pathways high school graduates pursue: enrollment, employment, enlistment, and entrepreneurship. 

Looking for other Out-of-School Time STEM programs?

Visit our Philadelphia STEM Education Directory for programs geared to students Pre-K through high school. 

Opportunities & Resources for Teachers & Educators

2026 Knowles Teaching Fellowship

The Knowles Teaching Fellowship is a four-year program that supports early-career, high school mathematics and science teachers in their efforts to develop teaching expertise and lead from the classroom. The application for the 2026 Teaching Fellowship is now open for window 4. Initial application deadline is January 6, 2026. 

PA Sea Grant Aquaculture Challenge 

This challenge is a science competition open to teams of 8th-12th grade students in the Great Lakes Sea Grant states, including Pennsylvania. Competition includes: $150 stipends, a virtual coach training, a team liaison,

& resources. Teams work from January-April to design & engineer table-top aquaponics systems. They monitor & automate their systems, craft a business plan, & create a seafood outreach project. The competition ends in late April. Register by January 14, 2026.

Presidential AI Challenge

The Presidential AI challenge is a national challenge where K-12 youth, educators, mentors, and community teams come together to solve real-world problems in their communities using AI-powered solutions with an opportunity to showcase their solutions at a national level. Students and educators of all backgrounds and expertise are encouraged to participate and ignite a new spirit of innovation. Deadline to apply is January 20, 2026.

The Henry Ford's 2026 Teacher Innovator Awards

The Henry Ford’s Teacher Innovator Awards recognize teachers from our inHub community who inspire their students using innovation/invention education lessons and practices. If you are or know an educator who fits the description, please nominate yourself or them for a Teacher Innovator Award. Application due on January 29, 2026.

The Art of Math Challenge 2026 - Barnes Foundation



Students in grades 1-12 are eligible to take on the Art of Math Challenge in teams of 3 or more. Each group must develop a mathematical strategy to create a 3-D model of one of three selected artworks from the Barnes collection. Along with their model, students must submit a written statement explaining their process and the mathematical strategy they developed. The competition culminates with a display of models at the Barnes Foundation’s PECO Free First Sunday Family Day on May 3, 2026. Deadline to register is January 30, 2026.

STEM Equity Learning Community - Spring 2026

The STEM Equity Learning Community is designed to equip OST program managers, administrators, and site directors so that more equitable learning spaces are available for Black, Indigenous, and Latina girls (and gender-expensive youth).Our curriculum and training help educators challenge gender, racial, and class bias in STEM fields and culture to help girls* see their unique STEM lineage, community, interests, and path to success. Application deadline is January 30, 2026.

Innovations Challenge - PennDot

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDot) would like to encourage students to use their problem-solving, creative and strategic-thinking abilities to solve real-world transportation challenges in a competition among their peers. The Innovations Challenge is open to all students in grades 9-12, regardless of their school’s learning model. For this year’s challenge, students are asked to develop a concept for the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in work zones to dramatically improve safety for work crews and road users. The submission deadline is January 30, 2026. 

Junior Solar Sprint Teacher Training - Philly Solar Energy Association

Teachers will learn how to teach students to design and build model solar cars. The training is free to all 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th and 9th grade teachers in public and private schools as well as after school programs. The training qualifies for Act 48 credits. PSEA provides all training materials and a toolbox full of tools for students to use in building their cars. PSEA will also provide breakfast and lunch free of charge. For more information contact Liz Robinson. January 31, 2026 from 9:30am to 1:00pm at Friends Center in Philadelphia.

Tech in the Wild: STEELS and the BBC micro:bit!

CodeJoy has partnered with Pittcon and the PA Intermediate Unit system to give you everything you need to confidently implement the new STEELS Standards, especially for Environmental Literacy and Sustainability (ELS). This is a complete package, all at no cost to your or your school: FREE micro:bit hardware; FREE Act 48 Professional Development (virtual and interactive!); and FREE live Student Shows to kick off learning in your classroom. Registration closes on January 31, 2025.

LabXchange

LabXchange is a global science classroom open to every curious mind. Created at Harvard University with support from the Amgen Foundation, this powerful digital tool makes high-quality science education accessible and gives learners and educators, everywhere, the courage to chart a meaningful path in science—for free.

Nutrients for Life Educator Resources

Nutrients for Life curriculum includes STEM activities and lessons that show how the challenge to feed our world's growing population can be solved with science. Digital downloads are free for anyone to use. 

STEM Pioneers Teacher Corps - National STEM Teacher Corps Regional Alliance Pilot Program

We are seeking passionate and qualified elementary teachers to apply for this elite pilot program. The STEM Pioneers Teacher Corps brings together outstanding K-5 educators across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and West Virginia who demonstrate excellence in STEM teaching. Selected teachers will join a four-year professional learning community. With limited spots available, this initiative represents a significant investment in elementary STEM education across the Mid-Atlantic region. Deadline to apply is February 16, 2026.

eCYBERMISSION Competition

This is a free, virtual science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) competition for students in grade six to nine that promotes teamwork, self-discovery, and the real-life applications of STEM. Students work in teams, led by an adult Team Advisor, and select a problem in their community

to investigate with science or solve with engineering. Deadline to register is February 25, 2026.

Bootstrap

We craft free, research-based, integrated Computer Science and Data Science modules for Math, Science, Business and Social Studies classes grades 5-12. Our modules are designed so that teachers can mix-and-match content to fit their needs, whether to incorporate a few lessons, a 3-week unit, or a standalone course in data science, sophisticated interactive programming, or even an AP CS Principles course.

Need ideas for STEM fields trips

or STEM outreach programs?

Explore our Philadelphia STEM Field Trip Guide and our Philadelphia STEM Outreach Guide for opportunities.

Volunteer Opportunities

You need volunteers for your next STEM-related activity?

This is the spot to announce it!

Contact Betsy Payne with your request.

Grants, Funding, & Scholarships

Live Más Scholarship Program - Taco Bell

​The Live Más Scholarship is designed for students ages 16-26, who are pursuing higher education, preparing for the workforce, and using their passion to make positive change. I5 provides more than just funding: scholars gain access to mentorship, career-building resources, and a community that helps them turn ambition into lifelong opportunity. Application deadline is January 6, 2026.

Funding to Accelerate Innovation in Education - NewSchools

NewSchools is excited to launch our $10M funding opportunity for visionary educators and innovators looking to transform public education. With a focus on reimagining what’s possible, NewSchools is committed to supporting leaders who are dedicated to creating new opportunities for students to thrive. This is a chance for innovative educators and organizations to bring their bold ideas to life with financial and technical support from NewSchools. We offer a one-year, unrestricted grant of $150,000 to $250,000. Applications for this funding opportunity close on January 8, 2026.

The Future of STEM Scholars Initiative (FOSSI) Scholarship

FOSSI seeks to increase the number of underrepresented professionals in the science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) workforce by providing scholarships to students pursuing preferred STEM degrees at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), and connecting those students to internships, leadership development, and mentoring opportunities at participating companies. Sponsored by chemical manufacturers and related industry stakeholders, FOSSI provides scholarship recipients $10,000 per year for four years. Deadline to apply is January 15, 2026.

Semiquincentennial Scholarship Program

In commemoration of America’s 250th anniversary and to honor the legacy of Pennsylvania’s strong commitment to education, America250PA will be awarding $250,000 in scholarships to deserving Pennsylvania High School Seniors who will be attending Pennsylvania colleges and universities in the 2026/2027 academic school year. Application deadline is January 31, 2026.

NSF STEM K-12

This grant supports research and development to advance STEM teaching and learning in K-12 formal and informal settings, leveraging AI and emerging technologies to build knowledge, create tools and strengthen the U.S. STEM education and workforce. Applications accepted on a rolling basis.

The National Grassroots Organizing Program - Ben & Jerry's Foundation

We offer two-year unrestricted, general operating support grants of up to $30,000 per year, with an average grant size of $20,000 per year, to small (budgets under $350,000), constituent-led grassroots organizations throughout the United States and its territories. We are interested in supporting groups that are carrying out activities that build support and collective action to address impacts of inequity and injustice in their communities. Deadline is on a rolling basis for 2025.

Career Opportunities

Youth Program Manager - Trellis for Tomorrow

We are seeking an experienced Youth Program Manager to lead, coordinate, and help deliver Trellis’ youth development programs, including SEED Skills, GROW Careers, and the Trellis Alumni Project. This is an exciting opportunity for a committed professional who is ready to invest multiple years in growing and refining Trellis for Tomorrow’s youth programs. We’re seeking someone who values long-term relationship building, sustained impact, and the ongoing evolution of our programs.

Director of STEM Education Initiatives - Science Center

This position oversees the administration and management of the Science Center’s STEM education activities, with a focus on the Science Center’s current middle school and high school programs. They will lead the Science Center’s engagement in youth education strategy, and youth-facing community outreach; oversee administration, operation, strategy and management of FH programming with input from and collaboration with staff, among other duties.

Program Facilitator, FirstHand - Science Center

The position will lead several of the University City Science Center’s (UCSC) FirstHand youth lab-based programs. They will be responsible for organizing, facilitating, and leading 4 - 6 programs a week for middle school & high school Philadelphia youth that will run during normal business hours with occasional exceptions in the Science Center’s FirstHand Lab. This is a hands-on program lead position, requiring the capacities to inspire and manage youth, coordinate in-person course delivery schedules, deliver high-quality STEM program facilitation, and maintain relationships with partners.

Assistant Director of Operations, Community College of Philadelphia

The Assistant Director of Operations develops and implements technology and data-driven systems, procedures, and solutions to continuously improve the Catto Scholarship’s operations and impact. The Assistant Director is a core member of the Catto Scholarship leadership team and works collaboratively with the College’s Institutional Research and IT departments to optimize systems for automating, streamlining, and improving decision making and operations across all functional areas of the department.

Computer Coding Instructor (part-time) - West Park Cultural Center



West Park Cultural Center is seeking a dynamic, motivated, and experienced Coding Instructor to join our Saturday danceLogic® program for the upcoming school year, starting on October 4th. The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching coding to young people and possess the ability to inspire and engage young girls to learn and apply their knowledge of coding. This position is part of a team of two coding instructors teaching the class on Saturdays from 11:30am to 12:45pm.

Articles & Publications

Some Things Don’t Change: Durable Skills for Future Workers, Haley Glover, Aspen Institute, November 19, 2025.

Key Resources for SDP Partners - School District of Philadelphia, Office of Strategic Partnerships, July 2025.

Pennsylvania State Parks Educator E-Blast, December 2025 Edition 

In Memory of Donald McKinney

Donald McKinney was a beloved chemistry teacher who launched and administered the PEF’s Math and Science Coalition from 2009 to 2016. When Don passed away in January of 2016, he left behind a legacy of quality science education and hundreds of devoted students and colleagues.

In recognition of his commitment to and passion for STEM Education, PEF established the Donald McKinney Center for STEM Education.