As part of the STEM Next Opportunity Fund’s Family Engagement Project, this case study features the Bay Area STEM Ecosystem, a collaborative effort to increase equity and access to STEM learning opportunities in underserved communities.
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.