STEM Fest

Provided By

STEM NOLA in partnership with STEM Gulf Coast, delivers high quality, hands on STEM programming designed to expose, inspire, and engage K–12 students across the Gulf Coast region. Through DSEC funded initiatives, the program provides over 60 stations with inquiry-based learning experiences that focus on real world applications in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Through strategic partnerships, the program also integrates access to technology, volunteer engagement, and career awareness, connecting students to real world STEM applications and professionals. The overall goal is to increase STEM literacy, expand access to high quality STEM experiences, and build a strong pipeline of future innovators across the Gulf Coast region.

Logic Model

Program Activities

Students (Grade K-12)

Participate in hands-on activities related to multiple STEM topics

Learn about DoD opportunities and careers

Program Near-Term Outcomes

Students (Grade K-12)

Increased interest in STEM subjects

Gain experience with hands-on STEM activities

Increased awareness of STEM careers

DSEC Near-Term Outcomes

Students (Grade K-12)

Increased student interest and engagement in STEM

Increased student awareness of, and interest in, DoD STEM research and careers

Program Data

Students

638 total student participants

Student Grade Level

Military-Connected Students

Category	Count	%
Not military connected	638	100%