Idaho
Idaho’s i-STEM is a coordinated state-wide effort by the State Department of Education, Idaho Professional-Technical Education, educators, businesses, and industry to support science, technology, engineering and math education in grades kindergarten through 12th grade.
Illinois
The Illinois I-STEM Education Initiative collaborates with Illinois campus units and external organizations locally and around the world to meet four goals: facilitate P–16 STEM education outreach, improve teacher training and professional development quality; foster undergraduate and graduate education reform; and shape policy and advocate for STEM education.
Indiana
The I-STEM Resource Network’s overarching goal is to help Indiana achieve its vision to be a national leader in student academic achievement in STEM disciplines and the in quality of its workforce. To do that, the Network will focus on the following goals: teaching, learning, applied research, assessment, and evaluation, community partnerships, and network development.
Iowa
The Governor’s STEM Advisory Council is a partnership of business, policy and education leaders from across the state convening to bolster STEM education and innovation and to better position Iowa’s young people and the state’s economy for the future. The goal of increasing STEM interest and achievement is critical to regaining Iowa’s historic legacy as a leader in education and workforce development. In fact, STEM will be a vital economic development advantage for quality job growth in our state, as STEM graduates are in great demand to meet current and future workforce needs.
Kansas
The mission of the Center for STEM Learning is to provide leadership in science, technology, engineering and mathematics education by promoting and improving K-12, undergraduate, and graduate STEM education to enhance the quality of all Kansas learners; improving STEM teacher development, including recruitment, pre-service development, induction period support, and in-service development; improving informal education and public outreach; and developing and expanding innovative, interdisciplinary education research that addresses the initiatives of the CSE.
Kentucky
KySTEMx connects state networks and partners to accelerate the growth of policies, practices and partnerships that are needed to expand the number of STEM teachers, increase student achievement in STEM education and, ultimately, grow tomorrow’s innovators. The new STEMx Kentucky network is dedicated to transforming STEM education in Kentucky and providing P-12 and higher education students with the necessary learning to productively join the future STEM workforce.
Louisiana
The goals of L-STEM are to promote engagement and interest in STEM among all Louisianans; develop a statewide STEM bridge network between industry, higher education, and K-12; increase involvement of minorities, women, and underrepresented groups in the STEM disciplines; increase opportunities for STEM enrichment and engagement at the middle and elementary levels; and increase access to quality STEM education across the state.
Maine
MaineSTEM.org is the online home of two organizations dedicated to improving STEM education policy and workforce development in the state of Maine: The Maine STEM Collaborative and The Maine STEM Council. The site also includes links to other organizations supporting STEM in Maine, resources, and news items.
Maryland
STEMnet provides a comprehensive suite of programs aimed at accelerating teacher and student growth in STEM. Programs currently on STEMnet include STEM Specialist in the Classroom; STEM Challenge Program; and the STEM Resource Clearinghouse.
Massachusetts
The Regional PreK-16 STEM Networks bring together K-12, public and independent higher education, businesses, and regional and community organizations around science, technology, engineering and mathematics education to address the need for systemic change. In addition to administering regional projects, the Networks regularly communicate information about funding opportunities, events, announcements, and training sessions.
Michigan
The Michigan STEM Partnership is a statewide, public-private collaborative that includes educators, employers, policy-makers, and others who are concerned about addressing the current lack of STEM skills in schoolchildren and job applicants.
Minnesota
mn-stem.com is an educational website launched as part of a larger initiative promoting STEM. The website’s goal is to help students discover how their participation in certain coursework can lead directly to exciting and rewarding careers.
Mississippi
The University of Mississippi has launched an initiative to address critical national, state, and local needs for a more STEM-educated workforce and citizenry.
Missouri
The vision of the KC STEM Alliance is to see that a diverse, innovative, and sustainable STEM workforce becomes a reality. By developing an environment that leverages the strengths of educators, STEM organizations and local industry we can create a collaborative network to encourage and sustain interest in STEM careers.
Montana
In response to the national imperative to improve mathematics and science education for our students, the Montana Math and Science Teacher Initiative was created as a statewide partnership involving multiple stakeholders and policy makers to assess the situation of mathematics and science education in Montana.
Nebraska
Increasingly Nebraska youth are told that their futures depend on understanding challenging STEM concepts. These skills and competencies are vital for the modern economy, but there is simply not enough time in the school day to provide the kinds of hands-on, engaging, and inspiring activities that enable young people to fully grasp these complex topics.
Nevada
The Nevada STEM Coalition aims to promote leadership and collaboration among business, community, education, and government stakeholders to develop nationally recognized science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education for all Nevada students.
New Hampshire
STEM NH’s goal is to increase understanding of STEM and related careers through the development and promotion of hands-on learning in all areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
New Jersey
The Governor’s STEM Scholars program is a joint initiative of the Governor’s Office, the New Jersey Department of Education, the Secretary of Higher Education, and the Council. Its purpose is to identify, promote and mentor promising New Jersey students who are interested in working in STEM.
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