Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity recognizes STEM efforts across the COP Region

Career Exploration Camps for over 300 middle schoolers offered students hands-on STEM learning. MiSTEM collaborated with local partners in Northeast Michigan to provide 17 educators with externships and 36 STEM sessions for 347 middle school students. Students gained firsthand experience in a variety of STEM careers, and acquired practical skills in areas such as welding, programming, drone operation and environmental science. The sessions were led by student interest and incorporated an array of engaging activities using resources like Google Classroom that inspired students to pursue careers aligned with their passions. 

"Our goal is to inspire the next generation of innovators and problem-solvers by giving them a true sense of what it's like to work in these dynamic and rewarding fields," said Laura Percival, MiSTEM Northeast Michigan Regional Director. "By combining hands-on experience with real-world connections, we're helping students see the possibilities for their future and the steps they can take to get there.”  

The summer externships and STEM camps were provided in collaboration with local partners. To read the full press-release and see the entire list of the local partners in Northeast Michigan that took part in these STEM camps please click here.