STEPCon

⏰ Only 4 Days Left to Register for Summer Labs! 🔬

Don’t miss your chance to join our exciting STEM summer experiences designed to inspire creativity, innovation, and hands-on learning!

Whether you’re exploring forensic science 🧬, designing the park of your dreams 🌳, solving real-world challenges 💡, or working with a team to compete for 💸 cash prizes 💰, STEP STEM Summer Learning Labs & Academies is your opportunity to learn, create, and have fun this summer!

Spots are filling fast, and registration officially closes on June 1st 📅

🌐 2026 Summer Learning Labs & Academies
📅June - July
Various locations across the Inland Empire
⏰ Registration closes June 1, 2026

Don’t wait—secure your spot today! 🔥

Students, parents, and educators — this is your chance to be part of an exciting summer filled with hands-on STEM learning, career exploration, and real-world problem solving. 💡

⏰ Register today! Spots in several programs are limited and may fill quickly.
📅 Registration closes June 10.

🔹 STEM in Public Utilities | July 6–10, 2026

🔹 STEM in Law Enforcement & Public Safety (County) | July 13–17, 2026

🔹 STEM Solutions | July 20–24, 2026

🔹 STEM in Advanced Manufacturing | July 20–24, 2026

🧠 STEM SUMMER ACADEMIES
For Elementary/Middle School Students (Grades 6–9)

🔹 STEM Patterns, Puzzles & Practice | July 7–10, 2026
For incoming 6th & 7th grade students (2026–2027 school year)
🔹 STEM Fundamentals | July 21–23, 2026
For incoming 8th & 9th grade students (2026–2027 school year).
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We can’t wait to see where their curiosity and problem-solving skills will take them!

What does STEM look like in national defense?
This summer, students will explore real-world applications of STEM in defense systems, technology, and innovation.
STEM in Defense
June 22–26
Hands-on. Career-connected. Future-focused.
Register today at: www.step-stem.org

📊✨ STEP’s 2025 Impact Report is here!

In 2025, STEP programs reached 5,103 students in grades 4–12, providing hands-on STEM experiences, industry connections, and pathways to future careers. 🚀

A few highlights from this year’s impact:

🔬 4,873 students participated in STEPCon 2025
🧪 230 students joined STEM Summer Learning Labs across specialized sessions
📈 69% of students said STEM became more interesting after attending
🎓 83% said going to college is important

These numbers represent thousands of students discovering new possibilities in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

📖 Read the full 2025 Impact Report to see the complete story, program outcomes, and student impact:
🔗 https://step-stem.org

Thank you to our partners, sponsors, educators, and community supporters who make this work possible. 💙

STEP: Science and Technology Education Partnership The Science and Technology Education Partnership (STEP) was established to bridge the skills gap between our K-12 students and high-technology industry needs. STEP produces its flagship science and technology education event every year, the STEP Conference.

🚨🔬 STEM Summer Learning Academies Registration Opens TOMORROW! 🔬🚨

📅 Registration Opens: March 10
⏳ Registration Closes: June 10

Get ready for an exciting summer of innovation, exploration, and hands-on STEM learning! 🚀 Whether you're a student, teacher, or parent, our STEM Summer Learning Labs and Academies offer incredible opportunities to explore real-world careers and cutting-edge technologies.

🎓 STEM SUMMER LEARNING LABS (High School Students – Grades 10–12)
Open to students who have completed 9th grade for the 2025–2026 school year. Graduating seniors welcome!

🔹 STEM in Defense | 📅 June 22–26, 2026
⚠️ Limited to 20 participants. Additional registration steps required if selected.

🔹 STEM in Public Utilities | 📅 July 6–10, 2026

🔹 STEM in Law Enforcement & Public Safety (County) | 📅 July 13–17, 2026

🔹 STEM Solutions | 📅 July 20–24, 2026

🔹 STEM in Advanced Manufacturing | 📅 July 20–24, 2026

🧩 STEM SUMMER ACADEMIES (Elementary/Middle School Students – Grades 6–9)

🔹 STEM Patterns, Puzzles & Practice | 📅 July 7–10, 2026
For incoming 6th & 7th grade students for the 2026–2027 school year

🔹 STEM Fundamentals | 📅 July 21–23, 2026
For incoming 8th & 9th grade students for the 2026–2027 school year

💡 Hands-on activities
🔍 Real-world STEM career exploration
🤝 Collaborative learning with peers

📣 Spots fill quickly—mark your calendars and register starting TOMORROW!

🚨🔬 STEM Summer Learning Labs and STEM Academies Registration Opens TOMORROW! 🔬🚨

📅 Registration Opens: March 10
⏳ Registration Closes: June 10

Get ready for an exciting summer of innovation, exploration, and hands-on STEM learning! 🚀 Students, get ready for the STEM Summer Learning Labs and Academies that offer incredible opportunities to explore real-world careers and cutting-edge technologies.

🎓 STEM SUMMER LEARNING LABS (High School Students – Grades 10–12)
Open to students who have completed 9th grade for the 2025–2026 school year. Graduating seniors welcome!

🔹 STEM in Defense | 📅 June 22–26, 2026
⚠️ Limited to 20 participants. Additional registration steps required if selected.

🔹 STEM in Public Utilities | 📅 July 6–10, 2026

🔹 STEM in Law Enforcement & Public Safety (County) | 📅 July 13–17, 2026

🔹 STEM Solutions | 📅 July 20–24, 2026

🔹 STEM in Advanced Manufacturing | 📅 July 20–24, 2026

🧩 STEM SUMMER ACADEMIES (Elementary/Middle School Students – Grades 6–9)

🔹 STEM Patterns, Puzzles & Practice | 📅 July 7–10, 2026
For incoming 6th & 7th grade students for the 2026–2027 school year

🔹 STEM Fundamentals | 📅 July 21–23, 2026
For incoming 8th & 9th grade students for the 2026–2027 school year

💡 Hands-on activities
🔍 Real-world STEM career exploration
🤝 Collaborative learning with peers

📣 Spots fill quickly—mark your calendars and register starting TOMORROW!
Register at: step-stem.org

Student life at STEPCon2025!
A day filled with discovery and learning.