[[{“value”:” This past summer, my friends and I—who’ve been close since our Peace Corps days—embarked on an unforgettable Alaskan adventure. But before we sailed by glaciers or stood in awe of Denali, I turned to my go-to planning tool: Google My Maps. Picture it as a customizable, interactive atlas where I could plot every must-see destination—Denali National Park, the Alaska…
The hidden chemicals affecting primates’ hormones
[[{“value”:” The hidden chemicals affecting primates’ hormones Published: In many of the world’s rainforests, human activities threaten the survival of our closest living relatives: primates. Some of these activities, such as deforestation and hunting, are well documented and heavily criticised, while others, such as the output of chemical pollution, remain largely hidden. At Indiana University Bloomington in the US, Dr…
How STEM Lab Rules Benefit Kids
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Bridging cultures for better healthcare: how the Ktunaxa Nation is leading health systems transformation
[[{“value”:” Bridging cultures for better healthcare: how the Ktunaxa Nation is leading health systems transformation Published: The legacy of colonialism continues to dominate the design and implementation of Canadian systems and institutions, including healthcare. The healthcare system’s colonial norms mean it often does not deliver on the needs of First Nations peoples, nor integrate their insights and knowledge on health…
STEM Next Opportunity Fund Announces Launch of Exploring Career Connections in STEM, Supported by $3.3M U.S. Department of Labor Grant
[[{“value”:” This press release was issued nationwide on Monday, Sept. 30, 2024. STEM Next Opportunity Fund, a national nonprofit and leading expert in out-of-school time (OST) STEM education, has been awarded a $3.3 million grant from the U.S. Department of Labor’s Youth Workforce Pathways program to support the launch of its Exploring Career Connections in STEM (EC²) Initiative. This innovative…
Newton Robotics Teams perform at Boston’s Robot Block Party
[[{“value”:” At the 7th Annual MassRobotics Robot Block Party on September 28, visitors witnessed innovative robot demonstrations and hands-on interactions, learned from experts in the field through presentations and a college and career fair, and played robotics games. With the highest student participation yet, over a dozen FIRST high school robotics teams demonstrated their robots at the event, including the…
Massachusetts STEM Week, Oct. 21-25
[[{“value”:” Massachusetts STEM Week — an annual statewide celebration of STEM consisting of free community events and design challenges — takes place October 21-25. This year’s events include planetarium shows, a STEM fair, career panels, kids-friendly activities, and more. The week’s design challenges are: Extreme Zoo Makeover: A STEM Approach to Habitat Design (Grades 5-8) STEM Goes Green: The STEM…
Data Jam Competition for Grades 5-12
The Northeast U.S. Ecosystems Data Jam is a contest dedicated to engaging students in data science and ecology. Students will analyze local data sets collected by professional scientists and create an original work to convey their interpretations. Possible media include graphics, songs, videos, computer games, plays, books, and more. Early-bird schoolyard registration ends October 15, and all pre-registration is…
Congressional App Challenge: Submissions Due Oct. 24
Founded in 2013, the Congressional App Challenge is a prestigious national competition for middle and high school students to design original apps. Each congressional district selects a winning app to be displayed in the U.S. Capitol Building and online, with Rep. Jake Auchincloss selecting the winner of district MA04, which includes Newton. Apps can be built using any programming…
Understanding the Importance of STEAM in 21st Century Education
[[{“value”:” We live in an era of rapid technological advancements, and the global job market is evolving remarkably. The World Economic Forum reports that 65% of children entering primary school today will work in 21st century jobs that don’t yet exist. This fact underscores the critical need for adaptable and multifaceted skills. Traditional educational frameworks often […] The post Understanding…