4C STEM Club

08/07/2026

A big round of applause to our Executive Board Member 'Adhya Garlapati' for her dedication to maintaining our Little Free Library throughout the summer!

By regularly organizing books, restocking, and keeping the library welcoming for readers of all ages, Adhya helped foster a love for reading and made books easily accessible to our community. Her consistent commitment and service reflect the spirit of leadership and giving back that defines 4C STEM Club.

Thank you, Adhya, for making a lasting impact—one book at a time!

08/07/2026

A huge thank you to our Executive Board members, 'Adhya Garlapati' and 'Aradhya Gulati', for their dedication and hard work behind the scenes this summer!

From organizing documents to supporting day-to-day administrative tasks, they played an important role. Their commitment, leadership, and willingness to serve exemplify what it means to lead by example.

We truly appreciate your time, effort, and passion. Thank you for helping make our summer productive and successful!

08/07/2026

We're proud to share that members of 4C STEM Club had the incredible opportunity to participate in the Student Advisory Meeting hosted by State Representative Daniel Didech.

Our students engaged in meaningful discussions on issues that matter to youth, asked thoughtful questions, and gained valuable insight into how state government works. Experiences like these empower young leaders to become active, informed, and engaged members of their communities.

A big thank you to Representative Daniel Didech and his team for providing our students with this inspiring opportunity to learn, share their perspectives, and make their voices heard!

08/06/2026

Congratulations to our Executive Board member Suriya on receiving Caring community award!

Through 4C STEM Club, Suriya has inspired and mentored middle school students, helping guide teams to STEM computations. This recognition reflects the mission of 4C STEM Club, empowering youth to become leaders who use STEM to create meaningful community impact.

At 4C STEM Club, we are proud to provide a platform where young leaders can discover their potential, develop their leadership skills, and create meaningful impact through STEM and community service. Suriya's recognition is a reflection of what passionate youth can achieve when given the opportunity to lead.

A heartfelt thank you to the Village of Buffalo Grove for recognizing and encouraging young leaders who are making a difference. Your continued support of youth leadership and community service inspires the next generation to dream bigger, serve others, and innovate for a better future!

Learn more at: https://www.vbg.org/630/Caring-Community-Program

07/22/2026

🎉 Congratulations to our Founder, Adhya Garlapati, on being recognized as a Daily Point of Light Award Honoree #8,373 by Points of Light!

This prestigious national recognition celebrates Adhya's dedication to combining STEM education with community service to create meaningful, lasting impact.

Through 4C STEM Club, Adhya has inspired hundreds of students to use STEM as a tool for service, leading environmental initiatives, organizing STEM outreach programs, promoting sustainability, and empowering young people to become leaders in their communities.

We are incredibly proud of this well-deserved honor and grateful for Adhya's vision, leadership, and commitment to making a difference.

🔗 Read her inspiring Daily Point of Light story here:

Meet Adhya Garlapati, founder of the 4C STEM Club to unite STEM education with environmental sustainability and community service.

06/30/2026

☀️ This Summer, Explore STEM with 4C STEM Club Summer Study Series! 🚀

Our Executive Board Member have created an informative YouTube Playlist to make STEM learning more accessible to our community! Students can expand their STEM knowledge through the outlined Topics, which include:

🔹 Cybersecurity - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWURyKLOgZe8

🔹 AI Explorer Series - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSSNGgEWPJfLHBYDXAkT4fGn3KKJIkl4h

🔹 You Be the Solution Challenge - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSSNGgEWPJfIxUljEk8VLkV4QX-9Eiysa

🔹 IJAS Science Fair - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSSNGgEWPJfLfpU7igME8uw2gwuyKK2KR

Whether you're interested in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, solving real-world problems, or conducting scientific research, there's something for everyone!

📚 Start learning today, and stay tuned for upcoming STEM opportunities!

06/30/2026

Cybersecurity video series by Vinya Kakrania!

A big thank you to Vinya for creating the Cybersecurity playlist for our 4C STEM Club Summer Study Series!

Through this playlist, Vinya has curated valuable resources that introduce students to cybersecurity fundamentals, online safety, digital privacy, and the exciting world of cyber defense. This learning resource will help fellow students build essential technology skills and explore one of today's fastest-growing STEM fields.

Thank you, Vinya, for your dedication, initiative, and willingness to help others learn. Your contribution is making STEM education more accessible for our entire community!

📚 Explore the Cybersecurity playlist here:

4C STEM Club: Cybersecurity

06/24/2026

🌟 Making STEM Education More Accessible! 🌟

We are excited to share that Adhya Garlapati recently received a $500 donation from financial advisor ‘Kyle Henderson’ in support of Project STEMBridge, an initiative dedicated to expanding STEM learning opportunities.

🔗 Learn more about Project STEMBridge:
https://4cstemclub.org/project-stembridge

This generous contribution will help provide resources, educational programs, and hands-on STEM experiences that inspire the next generation of innovators, problem-solvers, and leaders.

A heartfelt thank you to ‘Kyle Henderson’ for believing in youth-led initiatives and investing in the future of STEM education. Together, we can bridge opportunities and empower more students to pursue their passions and achieve their potential.

06/03/2026

We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the Village of Buffalo Grove for their continued support and recognition of our 4C STEM Club members at Village Hall.

We truly appreciate the opportunity to be acknowledged for our commitment to STEM, leadership, and community service. This encouragement motivates our students to continue working hard, giving back, and creating meaningful impact in the community.

Thank you for believing in youth leadership and for supporting the next generation of changemakers!

BG celebrates STEM success! 🧪🧑‍🔬📐🚀 During Monday's Village Board meeting, Village President Eric Smith was proud to recognize members of the 4C STEM Club for their recent accomplishments at the regional and national levels.

Their team recently placed 3rd in the regional Honeywell You Be the Solution Challenge, and placed 2nd at the DiscoverE Illinois Future City Competition, earning awards for Most Creative Farm to Table Feature and the Corn Sweat Award!

Congratulations 4C STEM members - way to represent Buffalo Grove! 🙌
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06/03/2026

Proud of our club members for speaking at the Village Hall recognition event, representing 4C STEM Club with confidence and leadership!!!