North Central Iowa STEM Region

Come work with Iowa STEM at the Iowa Department of Education! We have job openings for
⭐ NW Stem Regional Manger
⭐ North Central Iowa STEM Regional Manager

We’re looking for STEM enthusiasts who can bring together schools, educators, businesses and community partners to expand STEM opportunities and inspire the next generation of innovators.

As a Regional STEM Manager, you'll serve as the voice of your region while helping students connect with engaging STEM experiences that prepare them for future success.

Learn more and apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa?sort=PostingDate%7CDescending&keywords=STEM

Ready to make a difference?

Iowa STEM is seeking proposals for the Iowa STEM Summit from educators, business partners and students. 👀

Have insights to share?

Submit a proposal today! 👉 https://iowastemsummit2026.sched.com/

Bold ideas will take flight at this year’s Iowa STEM Summit! Will you be there?
📆 November 6
📍 Iowa Events Center, Des Moines

Save the date!

We are excited to announce that we will once again be partnering to bring the ICCC STEAMfest back this fall. Mark your calendars because you won't want to miss it.

Date: November 12
Time: 4-7 PM
Location: ICCC Career Education Building, Fort Dodge

STEM Teacher Awardee Spotlight
Our 2026 NC STEM Teacher Awardee, Anna Brooks, has been keeping learners hooked through a unit centered around fishing. The unit has focused on outdoor natural resource activities and environmental learning. After learning about wildlife ethics, DNR regulations, and identifications, students build their own fishing poles while learning about aquatic ecosystems, water quality, conservation practices, and responsible outdoor recreation.

If you know of an educator who is taking STEM education to the next level consider nominating them!
🔗 educate.iowa.gov/STEM/TeacherAward

🛫 We’re clearing the runway! The Iowa STEM Summit takes off November 6. Save the date!

Don't let curiosity and discovery take a back seat over summer break! 😎 Our teachable moment's collection is ready to keep the spark of learning alive over the next few months!💡

Check out the foil boats challenge to beat the heat while exploring buoyancy, density and displacement! 🚣

🔗https://tinyurl.com/374uzurf

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📣 Shoutout to the workpalces and employees who are stepping up to strengthen STEM education in Iowa by giving local teachers hands-on experience in STEM careers right here in our region!

🙏 Thank you for opening your doors to open up opportunities for Iowa's teachers and students!

Before the sunscreen☀, pool days🏊 and road trips🚗 take fully over, take a moment to nominate a science, technology, engineering or mathematics teacher who went above and beyond this school year for the Iowa STEM Teacher Award! 🏆

🔗 educate.iowa.gov/STEM/TeacherAward

Submit a proposal for the Iowa STEM Summit!
💡Presentations, panelists and roundtable discussions
💡All STEM disciplines and content areas
💡Inclusion of varying perspectives encouraged (students, educators, business partners)

https://iowastemsummit2026.sched.com/