Transitioning to STEM? Is Science no longer a subject in schools?

An interesting article worth reading came out last week in U.S News and World Report concerning the need for a healthy STEM Ecosystem in the educational climate of today.

The article starts by stating:

"Yet, the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics projects that by 2020 there will be 1.4 million IT jobs available but only 400,000 computer science graduates with the required skills to fill the positions. Companies continue to report their STEM jobs aren’t being filled, and HR departments are not finding applicants with the necessary skills for success. STEMconnector data shows there will soon be 3 million vacant jobs because students entering the workforce are lacking STEM skills."

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National Youth Science Camp Applications Now Available

Two talented graduating seniors will be selected to represent Texas at the 2018 National Youth Science Camp (NYSC). Student delegates attend the STEM and outdoor adventure program, at no charge. Travel is included. The students also spend several days in Washington, DC. Applications are currently open. Applications will close on February 28, 2018 at 6:00pm EST. The dates of NYSC are planned for June 27 - July 21, 2018. Only students who can attend the entire session should plan to apply. Additional information is available at http://apply.nysc.org .

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