Department of Public Instruction:
STEM Resources

Wisconsin's industry continues to experience competition on a global scale due in large part to an expanding technological world. Increasing Wisconsin's STEM leadership is essential to maintaining our workforce competitiveness and spurring economic growth. STEM is an acronym for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. When integrated, the STEM disciplines provide a unique way of promoting critical thinking, innovation and creativity which are all key 21st Century skills.

AUGUST 31, 2010 @ Monona Terrace Convention Center. One John Nolen Dr. Madison, WI. 53703

This event, administered by the Great Lakes Girls Collaborative and funded by the National Science Foundation, offers training and collaboration for schools and organizations committed to informing and motivating girls to pursue classes and careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM). You are invited to share best practices, experience new career opportunities, develop new collaborations, and explore new educational resources. At this conference you will meet project sponsors, learn about Wisconsin's five mini-grant success stories, participate in a special dialogue between girls and scientists in conjunction with the NASA sponsored 2010 International Venus Workshop, have lunch with Bill Nye the Science Guy, and explore new mini-grant opportunities using NASA educational resources.

Download the Conference Flyer | Visit the event webpage for more information

USA Science & Engineering Festival

The USA Science & Engineering Festival will offer hundreds of hands-on science exhibits, workshops, and performances. Over 400 of the nation's leading science, engineering, and academic organizations will be participating in the festival and Expo. The national student contest opportunities are open now, and we are recruiting student entries.

Festival Dates: 10/10/10 - 10/24/10
Expo on the National Mall: October 23 & 24, 2010

For more information please visit the website at http://www.usasciencefestival.org

We'd like to hear about your STEM program.

Please take a few minute to fill out some information, and tell us what’s happening in your community. We’ve recently added some new educational opportunities to this portal for both teachers and students.  If you’re interested in STEM professional development or looking for STEM programs for your students, please check out our Programs section for more information on offerings.