OUR MISSION
The mission of STEM in Action is to engage and inspire future innovators, scientists, and entrepreneurs through high-quality STEM-based immersive academies and field opportunities. We work to bridge educational gaps, connecting industry partners to K12 schools to shape the future STEM workforce through strategic initiatives supporting STEM career pathways both military and civilian.
JROTC STEM Leadership Academy
The JROTC STEM Leadership Academy equips high school cadets with hands-on STEM design challenges and leadership experiences directly connecting them to real-world military and civilian career opportunities. The Academy builds teamwork, leadership, and 21st-century skills, preparing JROTC cadets to contribute to the nation’s STEM workforce.
What JROTC Cadets are Saying …
At first, working on the aircraft model was stressful, but as we used the engineering design process, we started getting better results. Instead of getting frustrated, I felt accomplished.
— 11th Grader SAVANNAH Academy
I learned that the U.S. Coast Guard is highly involved in domestic humanitarian aid with various occupations related to engineering and machine operations.
— 11th Grader SAN FRANCISCO Academy
At Northrop Grumman, we got to see up close and touch a lot of space equipment. My favorite part was getting to see the reflectors used on the James Webb space telescope. It’s a really impressive innovation, and I got to talk to people who worked on them.
— 11th Grader SAN DIEGO Academy
From what I learned this week, I’ll take the risk to get out of my comfort zone, listen to new ideas, and be open-minded by communicating and actively listening to those around me.
— 10th Grader GEORGIA Academy
We saw workers building planes at Airbus, and they were happy to talk about what they do and showed us visuals of what they were talking about.
— 9th Grader ALABAMA Academy
Failure is never failure unless you give up. You make mistakes, and it’s okay, if they are fixed. Improvement is coming. Failure is one of the best teachers.
— 11th Grader TEXAS Academy
CORE Program Elements
RESEARCH-DRIVEN APPROACH
Investigate questions of national and international significance in STEM education
Bring research funds into regions to improve STEM learning opportunities
Design transformative educational programs that enhance learning at all levels
Build partnerships that work collaboratively to illuminate STEM career pathways both military and civilian
COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT
Develop community and industry relationships that support STEM learning opportunities
Create engaging STEM learning experiences for all
Develop interdisciplinary programs that inspire future innovators
Support educational development through cutting-edge research and technology
STRATEGIC FOCUS AREAS
Out-of-school STEM programs for students, teachers and military cadre
Interdisciplinary curriculum development and design for in-school exploration
Support for emerging STEM professionals, illuminating access points and career opportunities
Professional learning for educators and students on location through internships and STEM research experiences
About our company
STEM in Action is a dynamic non-profit corporation dedicated to transforming STEM education and creating opportunities for all students. Our application for 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status is currently under review by the IRS.
STEM in Action operates at the intersection of innovative learning, community partnerships and educational empowerment.
We design, implement, evaluate and research entire programs for the region and the nation but we also assist scientists with their individual broader impacts co-developing creative ways to bring STEM content to more learners.
1803 Government Street Ocean Springs, MS 39564
info@STEMinAction.org
