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STEM education may classroom, but leading companies are paying a new path for learners to inspire them toward education and a career in a STEM field. It's about building partnerships - real, sustainable, meaningful partnerships between business and education. Michigan's future success depends on businesses and all education providers working together to ensure a stronger future for us all.
Business and Education Partnerships
STEM Resource
STEM resources are helpful to schools and classrooms support high quality STEM education.
Example activities:
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Financial resources - funds, grant opportunities, or sponsors
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Assist with collective grant writing to STEM based organizations
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Donate material and equipment - new or retired
STEM Resource Partners:
STEM Supporter
Build community awareness and excitement in STEM education to build and deliver a consistent message about the value of STEM,
Example activities:
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Provide commentaries to media sources
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Create and distribute testimonials and letters to school boards, government, and community organizations.
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Assist with visibility and communication at community events to share excitement of STEM.Participate in local MISTEM summits
STEM Supporter Partners:
STEM Professional
Help students and teachers connect STEM knowledge and skills to STEM careers.
Example activities:
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Provide student internships (exploration of career opportunities)
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Engage and offer teacher externships (experience real-world application of STEM content)
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Provide and engage in mentorship opportunities (providing guidance for future courses and careers)
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Be a source of expertise for professional development for teachers and administrators.
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Participate in career fairs/days, science fairs, engagement in classroom
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projects/discussions
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Offer job shadow opportunities
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Host or present at local MISTEM summits
STEM Professional Partners: