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STEM NOLA is a national leader in the design and delivery of STEM-based activities, programs and events to K-12 students, families and communities.
Participants in STEM NOLA programs receive a unique interactive, hands-on learning experience that allows learners of all ages to deepen their knowledge in STEM studies, gain confidence in their abilities and chart a course for career opportunities in STEM fields.
STEM NOLA celebrates six Fellows advancing in the National STEM Challenge
New Orleans, LA – STEM NOLA is proud to announce that six students from our STEM Fellows program have been selected to advance in the prestigious 2025 National STEM Challenge presented by EXPLR. This incredible achievement is a testament to the dedication, creativity, and innovation fostered by STEM NOLA, which continues to inspire and prepare the next generation of STEM leaders. These six exceptional students—representing a diverse range of disciplines and solutions—are now one step closer to showcasing their groundbreaking projects at the National STEM Festival in Washington, D.C.
New Orleans Fox-8 takes a comprehensive look at STEM NOLA, the leading affiliate of the STEM Global Action movement, and how its programs help K-12 children in New Orleans, and across the country, achieve in the Science Technology Engineering and Math (STEM) fields.
The newscast highlights the work of Dr. Calvin Mackie, who launched STEM NOLA in 2013 and has impacted more than 125,000 children and 5,100 schools across the U.S and in five countries.
Our Programs
Through a network of school-time, out-of-school programs, community-based groups, parent organizations, businesses and STEM professional organizations, STEM NOLA leads the way to identify common measures for high-quality STEM programs.
Inspire
We inspire youth to develop an interest in STEM-based learning activities and value the opportunities and possibilities of STEM-based careers.
Engage
Our programs are designed to engage directly with students and meet their needs where they are best able to learn including at home, in school and in their communities.
Expose
We expose students to high-quality STEM programs and a network of like-minded peers and professionals where they benefit from camaraderie as well as expertise from scientists and engineers as mentors.
Over the past 10 years we have impacted over:
K-12 Students
Schools
Families
College Students
Community Volunteers
Professional Volunteers
Frequently Asked Questions about STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action
In an ever-evolving world, the importance of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) education cannot be overstated. STEM NOLA and STEM Global Action are at the forefront of this movement, striving to inspire and empower the next generation of innovators and problem-solvers.
Through hands-on experiences and community-based programming, we aim to make STEM accessible to all children, particularly those in under-resourced communities. Our work also plays a crucial role in workforce and economic development, helping to create a skilled workforce that drives innovation and growth.
Here are some frequently asked questions to help you better understand our mission and initiatives.
Why Supporting STEM NOLA Matters
Whether a young person wants to one day hold a successful job in STEM, or dreams of pushing the boundaries of innovation, it all starts with three phases of talent development: exposure, education, and connection. STEM NOLA embodies a life-long commitment to ensuring that all children have access to STEM learning opportunities that allow them to be the architects, innovators, makers and inventors of the future.
STEM Education and Opportunity for All
STEM skills are in high demand in today’s rapidly changing world. These skills are –and will continue to be– the tools necessary to address the complex challenges of today and tomorrow. Unfortunately, many students from minority and low-income communities have been underserved in STEM education and underrepresented in STEM careers.
STEM NOLA is committed to eliminating this disparity by expanding high-quality STEM education and opportunities to all students, regardless of their race, socioeconomic status or zip code. We offer an array of cost-free programs for students designed to build interest and knowledge in STEM at all ages and experience levels to develop a diverse STEM-literate workforce.
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New Orleans, LA 70125
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Sun : Closed
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