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March 2023 Issue

 

Annual Report Celebrates Progress, Aspirations

We recently released our 2022 Annual Report, and we can't wait for you to take a look. Our theme, "Daring to Dream Bigger," shares the C-STEM story in an inspiring presentation. We focused on sharing the moving stories of those we serve and our amazing supporters.


Please take a moment to read the report and share it with others who could have as much passion for the cause as you do. Let's keep growing this dream even bigger in 2023!


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Scholars Give Back at C-STEM

We were fortunate to welcome volunteers from the University of Houston-Downtown Scholars Academy earlier this month. The program brings together UHD undergraduate students majoring in STEM fields. The volunteers spent their time helping us assemble PreK toolkits. Thank you to the volunteers: Pamela Morales Diaz, Eterneti Ferguson, Amanda Chavez, Omar Omar, Kevin Patino Melesio, Abraham Castillo, and Allegra Wright.


Our gratitude goes to UHD for your continued support of our programs!

STEM Education Insights

How Schools Can Prepare for Climate Change


Written by: Reagan Flowers, Ph.D.


None of us can predict the future, but one thing we do know is that climate change could greatly affect what that future looks like. There are two things that we need to address in schools to help students succeed in the future: upgrading infrastructure and giving students the skills they need as the atmosphere continues to evolve.


Keep Reading

Be Part of Our Mission


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Download the 2022 State of STEM Report
Register for STEM Toolkit Scholarship
Sign up for C-STEM Challenge Program

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

EXPLORE S.T.E.M. Camps

These summer camps students with disabilities ages 14-22 take place in June and July.


Contact Sue Moraska at sue.moraska@hccs.edu for more infromation and to enroll.


Scholarships for Tech Camps

iD Tech is offering scholarships for its summer camps (both virtual and in person). Underserved students ages 7-19 are encouraged to apply.


Apply for 2023 season





For Teachers & Leaders

Computers for Learning

This program, which strives to make modern computer technology an integral part of every classroom has reopened. Schools and educational nonprofit organizations are invited to apply for equipment that federal agencies have reported as excess.

Get more information and apply


Project Kindle

This fully funded fellowship by earthwatch empowers high school teachers to engage students in scientific field work.

Learn more and apply



Highlights

Space Scientist Awarded Barbie Honor


British space scientist Dr. Maggie Aderin-Pocock was recently named a Barbie Role Model. In conjunction with International Women's Day, Dr. Aderin-Pocock will have a doll released in her likeness. Barbie usually features celebrities, but is now choosing to also include STEM professionals, such as COVID-19 vaccine creator Professor Sarah Gilbert.


Dr. Aderin-Peacock is an astronomer, presenter of BBC One's "The Sky at Night" and "CBeebies Stargazing", and chancellor at University of Leicester, which is known for space research.

Blast from the Past

We enjoy taking you down memory lane and are always hopeful that you spot yourself in a video or image that we share. C-STEM has touched so many lives in communities near and far. It is our hope that this memory places a smile on your face and warms your heart. We are so grateful for every member of the C-STEM family!


This month, we're taking you back to 2017, when we had a blast holding a summer camp session with local Houston students. We hope you enjoy!

 

Upcoming Events

STEM News


New Legislation to Boost Data Science in K-12 and Higher Ed (govtech.com)


K-12 online tutoring market size to grow by USD 97.66 billion between 2022 and 2027


Coding Education is Crucial


The Importance of STEM Education for Girls


More Women in STEM Than in Past Years


U.S. Education Department Launches STEM Initiative


Peer Mentorship in STEM Education


STEM Graduate Programs Should Embrace Failure


STEM Study Proposes New Method for Education Research




2023 Sheldon ISD C-STEM Challenge Competition

Saturday, April 22, 2023

9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

C.E. King Middle School


2023 Attucks Middle School C-STEM Challenge Showcase and Beautification Project

Saturday, April 22, 2023

9 a.m. - 3 p.m.


2023 Blackshear Elementary School C-STEM Challenge Showcase

Wednesday, May 31, 2023


2023 National C-STEM Challenge Competition

EARTH DAY

Saturday, April 22, 2023

8 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Virtually on CSTEMbreak


11th State of STEM Education Stakeholder Breakfast

Friday, June 9, 2023

7:30 a.m. - 9 a.m.

The Junior League of Houston

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Executive Board

Ahmad Shaheed                      Marlon K. Scott

Chairman                                Treasurer

Dr. Reagan Flowers            Dr. Kelly Cole

President                             Director

Kristal Palmer                Ellana Turner

Director                          Director

Dr. Joseph Seabrooks

Director

 

Chairman Emeritus


Earl Cummings was the founding Chairman of the executive board and served 16 years earning Emeritus status. Earl maintains an active role with C-STEM. 

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Earl Cummings

Chairman Emeritus

Advisory Board

Michael Aldridge

Shomari Williams

Joi Beasley

Zawadi Bryant

Bobby Bryant

Lucy Bremond

Antonio ‘Tony’ Canales

LaQuita Cyprian

Laolu Davies Yemitan

Gayle Fallon

Ruthie Esene

Michael Harris

Renee Logans

David Medina

Antoinette Jackson

Scott Minnix

Dr. Sandra Saldana Ortega

Susan Taylor

Dr. Frazier Wilson

Syalisa Winata

Ross Peters

Dr. Robert Satcher

Charles Samuel

Miloni Shah

Cherrilyn B. Nedd

Dr. Martina Ogbonna

Dr. Letitia Franklin Ozoude

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C-STEM Teacher and Student Support Services, Inc.

3226 Alabama Street

Houston, Texas  77004

Office: (713) 443-4521  Email: info@cstem.org  Website: www.cstem.org

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