March 2025 Issue

Your Opportunity to Pay it Forward
Every Donation of Time and Money Makes a Difference

Prepare to join us for C-STEM's biggest fundraiser of the year. We'll celebrate some of our community stakeholders and school partners and share our latest insights on the constantly evolving landscape of STEM education.

Whether on your own or with your company, there are so many ways and levels to help further our mission of supporting teachers in delivering project-based learning to students that ignites curiosity and teaches Communications + STEM (C STEM) skills.

Opportunities for Individuals

Make a modest one-time or recurring donation to help C-STEM continue its work impacting the students who need it most.
Attend the breakfast, we would love to see you and share with you in person.
Donate your time and talents, on the executive or advisory board or as a volunteer with the C-STEM Challenge program on April 25th or 26th or at a C-STEM camp between June-August.

Opportunities for Companies

Sponsor AI Presentations for teachers and students to receive.
Sponsor a program: Teacher Training, Internships, C-STEM Challenges, Community Engagement, or Camps.
Showcase your brand as a title sponsor and key breakfast speaker, which includes additional cobranded opportunities reaching thousands of students.
Provide an in-kind donation in support of the breakfast or C-STEM's operations and programs.

We've designed this year's opportunities to allow you to support our supplemental STEM efforts in the areas that most align with you personally or your company.

We need your help growing our impact in the community!

CHOOSE YOUR SUPPORT LEVEL NOW

STEM Education Insights

2025 STEM Education Trends

5 Big Picture Shifts that Could Directly Impact Disadvantaged Students in 2025

Written by: Reagan Flowers, Ph.D.

As champions for equitable STEM education, we know that Progress isn't promised—it's something we must continuously fight for. Even as we celebrate how far we've come, the landscape in 2025 presents a new wave of challenges that disproportionately affect the students who need support the most: Black, Hispanic, low-income, and historically marginalized youth.

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Partnership Provides Real-World Science Exposure

The National STEM Honor Society at Whittier Elementary School in Washington, DC, recently embarked on an exciting field trip to the Maryland Science Center, thanks to the generous support of Dow, Inc. and C-STEM. This hands-on experience allowed students to explore interactive exhibits, conduct STEM investigations, and deepen their understanding of science in action. Through this immersive learning opportunity, students strengthened their curiosity and critical thinking skills, reinforcing their passion for STEM fields. "Special thanks to C-STEM for championing STEM education and inspiring the next generation of innovators!" said Program Director Jonte Lee. The 2025 C-STEM Challenge Showcase will take place at Whittier Elementary School on April 10th. Stay tuned, more to come!

Bicycle Opens Possibilities for Fourth Student

At C-STEM, every child deserves the opportunity to dream big, explore new possibilities, and experience the joy of discovery. Last month, we shared how something as simple as a bicycle can open doors to new adventures. We were able to see this impact once again as we presented the final bicycles, bicycles and helmet generously provided by Cycle Houston to Chase Shields a 12 year old student at Lawson Academy.

Thank you Cycle Houston for your generosity, for fueling dreams, encoraging exploration, and inspiring brighter futures for for our most vulnerable students!

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The Integrated C-STEM Training Institute

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Everyone is an Artist and an Engineer!

Flowers Receives Prestigious Award

The Black Houston(s) Symposium nominating committee presented C-STEM's founder, Dr. Reagan Flowers with the 2025 Black Houston(s) Pacesetter Award. This honor recognizes her community-centered efforts as a philanthropist, entrepreneur, innovator, leader, and passionate advocate for STEM education. The award was presented at this year's symposium titled Dark Matter: STEM and the Arts in Black Houston(s) at the African American History Research Center at the Gregory Campus on March 27th.

A full 100% of educators who completed the 2024-25 Integrated C-STEM Training Institute reported that they agreed or strongly agreed that the training helped with their professional growth and development, reinforcing the impact and value of the C-STEM Challenge program in empowering teachers with innovative STEM education instructional strategies.

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Opportunities & Deadlines

For Students & Parents

Weekend AI Inquiry Intensive

This immersive experience introduces students to AI through hands-on learning and real-world problem-solving. Perfect for those curious about technology and innovation!

April 12 & 13

10am-1pm EST via Zoom

Summer Intensive

This free summer program empowers scholars with coding, leadership, and career readiness skills.

July 7-August 15 via Zoom

Apply Now

For Teachers & Leaders

Houston Black Tech Symposium

April 22-24

The Houston Black Tech Symposium brings together Black technologists, Black tech organizations, and allies to network, learn, and be inspired. Join us as we showcase the successes and possibilities of greater Houston Black tech community. C-STEM Founder Dr. Flowers will be presenting the welcome.

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Climate Conversations

This series of six free on-demand webinars from PBS LearningMedia helps guide teachers through how to incorporate climate change into their classrooms at various grade levels.

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Traveling Exhibit

C-STEM is proud to announce its new traveling museum exhibit honoring 400 Years of African American History and Culture and its interconnectedness to STEM. Stay tuned for the kick-off of the exhibition. If you would like to host the "Becoming to Empowering: Commemorating 400 Years of STEM exhibit, please email us at info@cstem.org.

Access the Exhibit Packet