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Exciting Opportunity: Apply Now for ACT Now’s FY25 STEM Club!

Are you passionate about fostering a love for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) in young minds?

Are you struggling with where to start in implementing STEM activities into your program?

If so, we have great news for you! ACT Now is excited to announce that applications for our FY25 STEM Club are now open!

ACT Now’s STEM Club was developed to empower afterschool programs with the confidence and expertise needed to effectively engage and inspire students. We recognize that incorporating STEM education into out-of-school time programs offers numerous benefits for both staff and participants. Through hands-on activities, youth are provided a dynamic and engaging way to strengthen critical thinking and problem-solving, while fostering creativity and innovation. 

Participation in the STEM Club offers a unique and enriching experience for afterschool providers. Members will receive materials from ACT Now to support the seamless implementation of the STEM Club curriculum, ensuring that every participant has the resources necessary to succeed. Additionally, members will have the opportunity to attend in-person facilitator trainings, designed to provide a comprehensive, hands-on experience with the various activities included in the STEM Club curriculum. 
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to make a difference in the lives of young learners. Apply now for ACT Now’s FY25 STEM Club and be a part of an initiative that is shaping the future, one student at a time. The application deadline is July 10th, 2024. For more information, please contact ACT Now’s STEM Specialist Kim Turnbull (turnbullk@actnowillinois.org).