Launch Event: Introducing STEM Next’s Launching Futures Toolkit powered by RTX

Aerospace Career Exploration in Afterschool

The aerospace economy is growing fast, and it needs a new generation of young people ready to step into it. That’s why STEM Next is proud to introduce the Launching Futures Toolkit powered by RTX. Created specifically for afterschool and summer programs, this free resource makes it easy for educators to bring aerospace careers to life.

Join us for the official launch of the Launching Futures Toolkit and a first look at what’s ahead for aerospace programming in the field.

Featured Speakers:

• Michael Hernandez,  Director of Campus Programs, RTX
• Camsie McAdams, Director, Institute for a STEM Ready America at STEM Next

You’ll hear:

• Why STEM Next and RTX built the toolkit, and what the aerospace and space economy’s growth means for young people preparing for the future of work
• A walkthrough of the toolkit’s career-connected learning framework, hands-on activities, career profiles, and partnership-building resources
• How state afterschool networks are already bringing aerospace to life for youth
• What’s next: capacity-building opportunities to help your program get started

Who should attend: State afterschool networks, state intermediaries, afterschool and summer program leaders, practitioners, funders, and workforce partners.

Register below to either join us live or receive a copy of the recording after the event.