01/15/2025
Are you curious about artificial intelligence (AI)? Do you want to know how other Idaho educators are using AI for improved learning outcomes? Are you interested in using AI to improve your own work processes? Join the Idaho STEM Ecosystem’s Educator Preparation and Support Working group for a panel discussion on AI. Our panelists will discuss different ways that AI is being used inside and outside of the classroom and answer your questions about AI.
No registration required! Join the webinar on Tuesday, January 28. Link in bio!
Facilitator: Jennifer Redford, Idaho Commission for Libraries
Panelists: Nicole Sarty, West Ada School District; Betty Prall, Caldwell School District; Dr. Bethany Schultz, Northwest Nazarene University; Brendan Bobby, East Bonner Library; Markus Nigrin, STEM Forged; Dr. Melyssa Ferro, Caldwell School District
01/06/2025
Let's be honest, this team is already , but as we look ahead to this new year, we have a couple themes we keep coming back to: Engagement, Access, and Collaboration. As we continue our strategic planning process, we are excited to continue connecting, promoting STEM experiences, and having so much fun while we're at it! We hope you'll join us this year in bringing more STEM opportunities to Idaho learners of all ages.
Connect with us on the Community platform: community.idahostem.org
STEM INNC - Idaho North & North Central STEM Ecosystem SWISH - Southwest Idaho STEM Hub ISEE STEM- Idaho South and East STEM Ecosystem
12/20/2024
Statewide grants are open over at the Idaho STEM Action Center!
Statewide Funding Opportunity - Idaho STEM Action Center
This grant opportunity is for statewide organizations that align with STEM AC's mission and vision. Please submit programs that are properly aligned. Programs need to address complete, well-justified learning goals and objectives to support learners throughout.
12/20/2024
Here are some fun winter activities for your break curated by our very own ISEE STEM- Idaho South and East STEM Ecosystem!
Looking for some fun winter break STEM activities? Check out all of these great activities for kids of all ages!
Special shout out to STEAM Powered Family, , Discovery Education, and Museum of Science, Boston for these amazing activities!
- Snow Storm in a Jar: https://www.steampoweredfamily.com/snowstorm-in-a-jar/
- Scratch Snowball Fight: https://projects.raspberrypi.org/en/projects/snowball-fight
- Polar Bears at Play- Virtual Field Trip: https://buildthechange.discoveryeducation.com/pages/30196f87-0765-441a-8a06-d9913d1535c5
- Light up the Night- an Electrical Engineering Challenge: https://yes.mos.org/unit/light-up-the-night-an-electrical-engineering-challenge/
Idaho STEM Ecosystem
12/19/2024
Happy Holidays!
As the year comes to a close, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude to all of you- our partners and supporters- for making 2024 such an impactful year for STEM in Idaho!
Together, we’ve sparked curiosity, fostered innovation, and created opportunities that will shape the future of our state.
Your dedication and passion have been the driving force behind every success, and we are so grateful to have you as part of our EcosySTEM community!
As we move towards a STEM-filled 2025, let’s take a moment to review all the things we’ve accomplished together since January, 2024.
Click here to make a year-end donation to the Idaho STEM Ecosystem: https://idaho-stem.maxcheckout.com/
12/16/2024
What a fantastic week hosted by our founding partner Idaho STEM Action Center! Thank you to everyone who worked together to make it happen.
Idaho schools participate in Computer Science Education Week
Schools across Idaho focused on technology as part of Computer Science Education Week.
12/14/2024
Such a powerful use of technology by one of our ISEE STEM- Idaho South and East STEM Ecosystem partners in Salmon, Idaho. You won't want to miss this story!
12/11/2024
We're looking forward to volunteering at events across the state in honor of !
Be sure to follow Idaho STEM Action Center STEM INNC - Idaho North & North Central STEM Ecosystem ISEE STEM- Idaho South and East STEM Ecosystem and SWISH - Southwest Idaho STEM Hub for more computer science fun!
12/04/2024
📣 Exciting news from the Idaho STEM Ecosystem!
The December edition of our Ecosystem Newsletter is here, and it’s packed with updates and opportunities for you: https://mailchi.mp/idahostem/december2024 or link in bio
💡 Save the date: Mark your calendars for our statewide convening—details inside.
📲 Engage and win: Join our community platform engagement challenge and make an impact.
🌟 Regional highlights: Celebrate the amazing work happening across Idaho.
📈 Program updates: Stay in the know about upcoming events and initiatives.
🔎 Opportunities: Explore more ways to get involved.
Don’t miss out—check your inbox or visit our link in bio to read the full newsletter. Let’s keep building Idaho’s STEM future together!
11/08/2024
In honor of National STEM Day, 11/8/24, JOIN the Idaho STEM Ecosystem Community Platform (link below). This resource strives to build STEM communities; early learning, schools, out of school networks and industry. The Idaho STEM Ecosystem engages partners to foster transformative STEM learning experiences and expand career pathways in every Idaho community. Joining Idaho Business for Education, Our mission is to connect education and industry to strengthen STEM education and workforce development efforts across Idaho. JOIN NOW (link) community.idahostem.org and join us to help children and families graduate, re-skill and up-skill Idaho's future workforce.
11/07/2024
Idaho STEM Action Center application to be an i-STEM instructor is LIVE! Your expertise could impact hundreds of students across the state of Idaho and help teachers bring cutting edge STEM education into their classrooms.
APPLY NOW: https://stem.idaho.gov/istem/istem-instructors/
i-STEM Instructors - Idaho STEM Action Center
Passionate about shaping the future of STEM education? Join i-STEM as an instructor and collaborate with industry professionals and educators to lead a 4-day workshop. You’ll bridge real-world industry knowledge with classroom learning, empowering Idaho educators to inspire students and connect ST...