STEM

Report: Only 20% of educators said schools were ready for remote

Despite the challenges, teachers and administrators say they are embracing the virtual space and using technology more

9 ways to expand computer science equity in high school

Almost half of U.S. high schools now teach at least one computer science course. That means, however, students at a majority of high schools don't have access to computer science, according to a new report.

How 2 districts made the big shift to solar power

The switch to solar power in Arkansas' Batesville School District had two big benefits: more affordable green energy and a big raise for teachers. 

How educators can leverage esports culture in a school setting

Competitive video gaming 'when focused through the lens of scholasticism, has the effect of preparing middle and high school-aged students for more than just the leaderboards'

5 tips for integrating coding into your science curriculum

Whether it happens online, offline, or in a hybrid teaching environment, coding is a game-changer. It's also tons of fun.

27 education leaders named esports Scholastic Fellows

The North America Scholastic Esports Federation selects group of innovators from U.S. and beyond to collaborate around new ideas in gaming in learning environments

Why a district launched a middle school for African American girls

Grace James Academy of Excellence, part of Jefferson County Public Schools, focuses on STEM with its GEMS program—which stands for "girls excelling in math and science,

Girls in STEM: Closing the gender gap

The Million Girls Moonshot initiative will work with afterschool programs nationwide to increase diversity and equity in science, tech, engineering and math.

NASEF launches Minecraft meets Rube Goldberg competition

NASEF's Minecraft-Rube Goldberg event is free for students and schools looking to take part in this fun, mind-bending exercise where new technology converges with old-fashioned innovation

Why not create your own coding curriculum?

Because Mississippi doesn't offer an elementary school tech curriculum, educators at Madison County Schools developed their own.

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