School and district administrators must support first generation students and their families to ensure action teams in classrooms and programs at all grade levels. States and community based organizations play roles in eliminating historic barriers as well.
Roots of Innovation – How Putnam County is Cultivating STEM in Every Subject
STEM Ecosystems have transformed education by connecting diverse partners and reaching 42 million learners across 120 communities worldwide. The federal government now recognizes these ecosystems as essential infrastructure for advancing STEM education, validating a decade of grassroots innovation.