Join us once more for an unforgettable Grownup STEM Day-Morning with Meteorologist, brought to you by the Region 6 STEM Center and Cenla Weather! Morning With Meteorologists (Hurricanes!) is a mix of visual and academic materials. Visuals will include satellite and radar images of hurricanes and footage from intercept missions. Academic material centers on climatology (when and where), history, the naming process, structure, effects, preparation, and include a global perspective. Finally, of course, there will be ample take-home materials.

At the Louisiana State VEX Tournament, teams from all over Louisiana showcased their ingenuity and dedication to robotics. Congratulations to Ireland and Dominica for their outstanding victories at the Louisiana State VEX Tournament! Your achievements bring pride not only to your teams but also to the entire Region 6 community. Well done on showcasing your talent and dedication in the field of robotics. Keep up the great work!

*Photo credit to Crest Industries.

The LASTEM Summit is an annual conference whose goal is to strengthen PK-16 STEM education (K to Grey!) throughout Louisiana and the nation. This year's event will bring together educators, business leaders, government officials, and others who play a key role in STEM education to share ideas and resources. The Summit will feature both informative panels, breakout sessions, and an interactive "Playground" including robotics, Esports, mobile STEM units, and 50+ exhibitors.

The 2024 Teacher Leader Summit is an annual professional learning conference that brings together Louisiana birth to grade 12 educators and content experts. Educators participating in the event will share their knowledge, learn new skills, and prepare for the 2024-2025 school year. It will take place from May 28 - May 30, 2024, at the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center (NOENMCC).

Girls Who Code offers two free programs in the summer: the virtual Summer Immersion Program and the Self-Paced Program. It includes free virtual summer opportunities for high school students. Participants learn the computer science skills they need to make an impact, gain invaluable insight into diverse tech careers, and connect with inspiring figures in the field

Honoring the legacy of Carol Meyer, a passionate mathematics educator, the Louisiana Association of Teachers of Mathematics is offering the Carol Meyer Scholarship Award! This scholarship awards two $500.00 scholarships annually to college upperclassmen majoring in elementary education, mathematics education, or mathematics. Alongside the scholarship, recipients will receive complimentary LATM student memberships. 

Planning a STEM event? Let's collaborate! The Region 6 STEM Center is eager to partner with you to make your event a resounding success. From from planning STEM Days to organizing STEM Family Nights, we're here to help you create memorable and impactful STEM experiences. Contact us today to explore how we can work together to inspire curiosity and ignite a passion for STEM in your community. Let's make STEM magic happen together!

Do you have a STEM event coming up? We would love to feature the event on our website calendar and upcoming newsletters! Please email the event flyers and details to depriestj@nsula.edu.