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Women and Minorities in STEM

In addition to the need for more qualified workers, STEM careers provide exciting opportunities for breaking the norm and offering upward mobility and economic security to women and minorities; groups disproportionately affected by poverty. The following guide provides an insider’s look at STEM industries, explores why women and minorities have traditionally been underrepresented in these fields and what is being done to change the status quo.

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Tagged as STEM Opportunities | Educational Resources | STEM Jobs Updated on Mar 22, 2016

Community Youth Concepts

Community Youth Concepts' mission is to engage and connect Iowa students through youth development programming and to provide coaching, training, and technical assistance in best practices to youth-serving non-profits.  Community Youth Concepts also offers STEM Programs where students can explore interests in STEM fields and work together on creative and educational projects. 

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Tagged as STEM Opportunities | Educational Resources | Parent Resources | Students Updated on May 09, 2018

Sylvan Learning Center

Along with academic assistance and camps, Sylan Learning Center offers camps such as robotics camp, video design camp, and many other STEM related camps for children in grades 2-6.

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Tagged as Educators | Educational Resources | Parent Resources Updated on May 09, 2018

Des Moines Botanical Gardens

Located in Des Moines, the Botanical Garden engages students in fun, hands-on learning while exploring plants and growing their science skills. They offer interdisciplinary tours and programs aligned with Iowa Core, Next Generation Science Standards, and local curricula for grades pre-K to high school.

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Tagged as Teachers | Educators | Educational Resources | Students | Parents Updated on May 09, 2018

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