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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.

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Summer Camp Registration Opens March 9th !

Topics and subject areas include coding, AI, robotics, chemistry & biology, environmental science, and more!

2026 Summer Camps

Dr. Calvin Mackie Receives 2025 ASME Ralph Coats Roe Medal

NEW ORLEANS, LA — The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) has named Dr. Calvin Mackie, Founder and CEO of STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action, the 2025 recipient of the ASME Ralph Coats Roe Medal — one of the most distinguished honors in the field of engineering.

The award recognizes individuals who have made “an outstanding contribution toward a better public understanding and appreciation of the engineer’s worth to contemporary society.” Dr. Mackie will officially receive the medal and deliver a keynote address at the ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress & Exposition (IMECE) in Memphis, Tennessee, on November 18, 2025.

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STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action Announces New Chief of Staff

NEW ORLEANS (press release) — STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action has announced the appointment of Angèle McClain as Chief of Staff & Special Assistant to the CEO.

A native of New Orleans and a longstanding member of the STEM NOLA family, McClain’s journey is a powerful testament to the organization’s mission of cultivating STEM talent from the ground up. Her connection to STEM NOLA began in 2014 as one of its earliest high school participants. Over the years, she returned as an intern while pursuing her B.S. in Physics at Xavier University of Louisiana, later joining the STEM NOLA team after completing her M.S. in Engineering Management at the University of New Orleans.

Myles Mackie: A Remarkable Story about Mastering STEM to Make a Difference

As a college student, Myles Mackie spent a summer researching the effects of free stream turbulence on low-speed airfoils at the DEVCOM Army Research Labs, another helping design a user interface at a NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory, and yet another working with MIT experts to reduce propeller noise in electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft for applications in urban areas. In May, the 22-year-old, New Orleans engineering whiz graduated with a degree in mechanical engineering from Howard University.

STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action engaged 19K K-12th graders in first half of 2025

Empowering and inspiring 18,995 future innovators across 7 states with hands-on STEM activities

In the first six months of 2025, STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action engaged 18,995 students across 7 states—empowering the next generation of innovators, creators, makers and entrepreneurs through hands-on STEM activities. From Queens, NY to Los Angeles, CA, STEM NOLA is exposing K-12th graders to the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in a rapidly evolving workforce.

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STEM NOLA’S ROCKET DAY ENGAGES OVER 500 PEOPLE FOR ANNUAL EVENT

In partnership with Boeing, this year’s STEM NOLA Rocket Day brought together more than 550 students, families, and volunteers for a thrilling day of rocket building, STEM exploration, and hands-on learning guided by Boeing engineers supporting the NASA – National Aeronautics and Space Administration Artemis missions.

As shared by Dee Russell in ‘Boeing News Now’, Rocket Day is more than just fun—it’s a launchpad for the next generation of innovators. With support from Boeing’s talented team at the Michoud Assembly Facility, students explored real-world STEM concepts like propulsion and trajectory, while connecting directly with experts helping return astronauts to the moon.

Boeing’s continued partnership with STEM NOLA plays a vital role in inspiring young minds and opening pathways to careers in aerospace, engineering, and beyond.

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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 12 years we have impacted over:

K-12 Students

Schools

Families

College Students

Community & 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.

Q&A: Understanding STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action

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.

2022 Case for Support

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.