Impact Stories How DNA Learning Journeys Are Building STEM Confidence in Youth and Educators STEM Next has partnered with Illumina to bring the power and wonder of DNA science to afterschool and summer programs nationwide. November 24, 2025 Learn More
Opportunities Announcing Project R³: A New Opportunity for OST System Leaders to Strengthen Math Confidence R³ is a new initiative designed to strengthen math relationships, relevance, and real-world application across the OST field. Apply to join this work! November 21, 2025 Learn More
Tools Strengthening Career-Connected Learning: The Building Bridges with Industry Playbook The Playbook provides out-of-school-time (OST) education leaders with practical guidance for initiating, strengthening, and sustaining employer partnerships. November 10, 2025 Learn More
News & Announcements STEM Next Flight Crew Members to be Featured on CBS’s Mission: Unstoppable Airing on CBS this Saturday, Nov. 8, and next Saturday, Nov. 15, the segments feature New Jersey Flight Crew member Carolyn and Colorado Flight Crew... November 6, 2025 Learn More
Opportunities Community in Nature Prize Challenge for Afterschool Programs Enter by November 25 for a chance to win up to $3,500 for your program! October 9, 2025 Learn More
Tools Explore Astronaut Health with Free STEM Activities for Afterschool Programs Free STEM activities for grades 4–8 explore astronaut health, the circulatory system, and gravity’s effects, connecting afterschool learning to real-world science and careers. September 23, 2025 Learn More
Tools Possible Futures Career Exploration Curriculum Possible Futures — Career Exploration Curriculum is an open-source curriculum that complements and enriches both school and afterschool settings. September 19, 2025 Learn More
Tools Making Connections to STEM Careers with Click2Science This series of short, online video tutorials help afterschool programs connect their STEM programming to the work of STEM professionals. Learn More
Tools Test-Drive Exciting STEM Careers This resource from Science Buddies helps youth learn more about science and engineering careers and "test-drive" their interest in certain careers. Learn More
Tools STEM Next’s World Space Week Toolkit A STEM Next toolkit of career-connected activities and resources for afterschool educators to help kids of all ages explore Earth and space. Learn More
