08/27/2026
Career readiness doesn't begin in high school.
Long before students choose a CTE pathway, college major, or career, they're developing ideas about what they're good at, and whether they see themselves as someone who belongs in STEM.
That's why early, hands-on experiences matter.
When students have opportunities to build, experiment, code, and solve problems, they're not just learning STEM skills. They're building confidence and discovering what's possible.
The STEM pipeline starts earlier than we think.