As part of STEM Next Opportunity Fund’s Family Engagement Project, this white paper was released to
support leaders in the field to best connect with families. The paper reviews promising STEM opportunities
for children and their families, in addition to offering recommendations to make such opportunities more
inclusive.
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.