Blueprint for STEM Success: Lessons from Building a Program from the Ground Up

Building a successful STEM program doesn't happen overnight. This session shares the journey of creating a thriving elementary STEM program that empowers students to think critically, solve problems and embrace innovation. Drawing on five years of implementation, you will explore proven strategies and action steps for launching, growing or revitalizing a STEM program, no matter your starting point. Learn how to build support, create engaging STEM experiences, integrate technology and design thinking, develop student leadership opportunities and cultivate a culture of innovation. You will leave with actionable ideas, planning tools, scalable strategies and lessons learned that you can adapt immediately to fit the unique needs, resources and goals of your school.