These stamps celebrate the role of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education in keeping our nation a global leader in innovation and providing new opportunities for all Americans to learn and explore the world. Designed to pique the curiosity of the viewer, each of these four stamps features a collage of faces, symbols, drawings, and numbers that represent the complexity and interconnectedness of the STEM disciplines.
STEM pervades every aspect of our lives. High quality STEM experiences develop critical thinking skills, increase science literacy, and enable the next generation of innovators. By increasing youth’s science attitude, identity, and engagement, we can have a positive & lasting impact on the youth in our programs. Skilled and trained frontline staff and volunteers are one key to raising the quality of STEM experiences in out-of-school time.
High quality, well-facilitated STEM activities encourage youth to be curious, ask questions, and make connections with the world around them; essential skills for success in life and in our global economy. STEM skills are needed for navigating the modern world and competing in the 21st century job market. Programs for youth in out-of-school time can be part of the solution and help ensure that our youth have the skills they need to successfully access available opportunities.
