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@AfterschoolGa We’re proud to partner with Illumina to bring hands-on DNA learning to afterschool programs nationwide and help more young people explore the science and careers shaping our future.

What is DNA and how does it impact our lives? The Genomics Learning Journeys from @STEMNext Opportunity Fund help youth in #afterschool explore genomics, health, disease, and biotech while learning about careers in the life sciences. Get started: bit.ly/genomicslearni….

STEM Next has partnered with @illumina on the "Future is Bright" campaign to bring DNA science to young people in afterschool & summer programs. Free DNA science kits, a prep webinar on April 16, career profiles, and more are available now for educators. stemnext.org/dna-learning

Join us for our next Learning Hour with STEM Next and @jfftweets. We will explore how afterschool programs can help strengthen pathways from learning to careers using the American Job Quality Study & the Work-Based Learning Framework. March 23. 11 AM PT. stemnext.org/event/strength…

Early bird pricing for Inspire Momentum is extended through March 20! Join STEM Next June 15–17 in Orlando to connect with afterschool and STEM leaders, hear from youth, and explore strategies for expanding STEM opportunities. stemnext.org/inspire-moment… #InspireMomentum

Vote for our youth-led panel for the 2026 Grace Hopper Celebration! Creating Shared Space: How Young Women Build Belonging in Tech features STEM Next Flight Crew members sharing how they built confidence and community in tech. Voting is open March 5–19. bit.ly/4ujHHID

Want to bring AI to your afterschool program? Join STEM Next & @codeorg for a free webinar to prepare for National AI Literacy Day on March 27. Get practical tools to lead hands-on AI learning. Register: stemnext.org/event/national…

In rural Oklahoma, stronger data is expanding afterschool STEM access. With support from STEM Next, the Oklahoma Partnership for Expanded Learning identified gaps and delivered hands-on STEM kits and educator-ready lessons to 55 rural sites. Read more: stemnext.org/oklahoma-data-…

Career-connected STEM does not have to be complicated. Our new 5-step checklist helps afterschool educators plan STEM activities that connect learning to real careers. Access it here: bit.ly/4kFQTCH

Tomorrow: Go behind the scenes of NASA’s Artemis II mission. Join STEM Next at 6pm EST, for a live Career Chat with NASA and industry pros powering the next era of space exploration. Open to all curious youth and supporters. Register now: bit.ly/Artemiscareerc…

NASA’s Artemis II mission is headed to the Moon, and youth can be part of it! Explore hands-on Artemis II activities for multiple grade levels, connecting space exploration to real STEM careers such as geologists and space food scientists. Explore more: bit.ly/3OlgWmz

Afterschool educators are loving STEM Learning Journeys: “The activities are hands-on… making learning relevant and impactful.” Free bundles from STEM Next + Verizon on AI, sustainability, space & more. Eligible programs may qualify for up to $1,500. bit.ly/STEMLearningJo…

Join STEM Next on Feb 25, 6–7 PM ET, for a live Career Chat with NASA professionals working on the Artemis II Moon mission. Learn how their interests became careers and explore pathways into space-related work. Register:bit.ly/Artemiscareerc…

Join @stemnext and the @museumofscience for a free webinar on building durable skills and career awareness in grades 6–8 through hands-on engineering. Featuring the YES Engineering Antivirals unit and ready-to-use resources. Feb 18, 3 p.m. ET. Register: bit.ly/durableskillsd…

We know what works in afterschool STEM. Now we focus on going further and faster. Inspire Momentum, this June 15–17 in Orlando, brings leaders together to align efforts, scale strategies, & build partnerships, with youth voices guiding the work. Join us. stemnext.org/inspire-moment…

Your students have big, bold ideas that deserve a million-dollar stage! The #MottMillion Dollar Challenge invites kids & teens to submit a pitch video about their business idea/solution that makes their community better. Deadline: Feb 27, 2026 More → mottmillion.org

How does wearable tech track your heart rate? Teens, join @stemnext on Feb 10, 6 p.m. ET, for a virtual Career Chat on the science of the human body & health tech careers. Hear from experts, get career advice, and ask questions live. Register. bit.ly/teencareerchat

STEM Next is supporting afterschool programs with free Engineers Week resources and career-connected activities. Join the free DiscoverE webinar Feb. 4 at 4 p.m. ET and read the blog for tools and ideas. bit.ly/Eweek2026 #EngineersWeek

Join @stemnext and the @museumofscience for a free webinar on building career awareness in grades 3–5 through hands-on engineering. Featuring the YES Engineering Rescue Shuttles unit and free resources. Feb 4, 3–4 p.m. ET. Register:bit.ly/careerconnecte…