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Kristine Bullock
SE Hub Manager
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Last Friday night of every month, 5:00-8:00 pm, Iowa Children's Museum
SE Advisory Board Meeting
November 29, 1:00-3:00 pm, Iowa BIG
November 30, 4:00-7:00 pm, Kirkwood Washington County Regional Center
QC-Moline FLL Qualifiers
December 3, 8:00-4:00, John Deere Middle School, Moline, IL
December 5-11
QC-Davenport FLL Qualifiers
December 10, 7:30-5:00, Putnam Museum
QC-Davenport FLL Junior Expos
December 10, 10:00-2:00, Putnam Museum
Making STEM Connections Webinar: Challenges and Outcomes of Maker Education
January 10, 4:00-6:30 pm
January 14, 8:00-5:00, Iowa State University
SE Advisory Board Meeting
January 19, 2:00-4:00, TBD
FTC League Tournament
January 21, Marion High School
January 24
January 27, 8:00-5:00, Putnam Museum
FTC League Tournament
January 28, Central High School, DeWitt
FTC Super Qualifier Tournament
February 11, Pleasant Valley High School
SE Advisory Board Meeting
February 16, 9:00-11:00, TBD
February 21, 4:00-8:00, Linn County Kirkwood Regional Center, Hiawatha
February 23, 5:30-9:00 pm, TBD
FIRST Tech Challenge Iowa Championship
February 24-25, Coralville Marriott Hotel
March 3
SE Advisory Board Meeting
March 16, 2:00-4:00 pm, TBD
FIRST Tech Challenge North Super Regional Event
March 30-April 1, U.S. Cellular Center/DoubleTree Hotel, Cedar Rapids
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Reminder: Hour of Code Is Next Week
Code Iowa works in partnership with Code.org to increase Iowa's participation in the "Hour of Code," where every student in the world tries one hour of computer coding during Computer Science Education Week from
December 5-11, 2016.
Last year, nearly 500 schools and organizations participated, equaling roughly 590,000 Iowans! All schools and organizations who participate are eligible to:
- Win one of six $3,5000 technology awards;
- Become a Certified Code Iowa Partner;
- And, receive information about free computer science workshops in early 2017.
For more information on Code Iowa, click
here.
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SE STEM Region Visits Local Businesses
 On September 12, the SE STEM Region visited Marion City Hall to visit with City Manager Lon Pluckhahn for an update on Marion's growth and expanding the partnership with the Iowa Governor's STEM Advisory Council. Marion formerly had two Kirkwood Community College sites, but both have moved to different locations due to lease constraints and growth. Marion is revitalizing the downtown district and continues to add small STEM start-ups.
We also met with Nanci Young, who is the Director of Strategic Engagement with the Marion Economic Development Corporation (MEDCO). She has significant contact with Marion and Linn County businesses for both workforce issues and helping both new and incumbent businesses to remain profitable. MEDCO is eager to assist in business and teacher recruitment for STEM Teacher Externship opportunities.
In October, the SE STEM Region also met with Jennifer Stahle from Agnition Ag Services and the Iowa Corn Growers Association regarding the Iowa STEM Scale-Up Program, Teacher Externships, and opportunities to fund SE Region STEM Innovation Grants. It was her first visit to the UI/Kirkwood Regional Center. Her company is based out of Solon and Cascade, Iowa, and they are interested in exposing Iowa's students to the tech world of agriculture!
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St. Ambrose University Hosts STEM Teachers Night Out
This month, St. Ambrose University held STEM Teachers Night Out! This free event was held on Wednesday, November 2 for STEM teachers, school administrators, and STEM stakeholders.
The agenda included a talk on St. Ambrose University and its STEM programs, an overview of volunteering opportunities for educators at the Quad City FIRST Robotic Events this season, and a discussion on the upcoming Hour of Code events that align with National Computer Science Education Week on December 5-11. Attendees also had the opportunity to tour St. Ambrose's STEM facilities, including the engineering labs and shops.
For more information on STEM Teachers Night Out, click
here.
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Lee County EDG Celebrates Workforce with Salute to Industry
 Approximately 80 industrial and community leaders came together for Lee County Economic Development Group's Annual Salute to Industry, which was held on Thursday, November 3rd!
We never want to lose sight of the most important factor for the future success of Lee County, our people and becoming more connected. We believe Lee County EDG has been on a progressive journey, building a strong team that will lead to future success in Lee County.
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Dana Millard
SE STEM Advisory Board Member, Lee County EDG |
Many of the event's attendees are the reason we have been able to move the needle on big topics such as workforce, increasing Lee County's image and spurring economic activity in Southeast Iowa. These industries have participated in Career Exploration Days, National Manufacturing Day, Teacher Externships, and internship opportunities. They have also gone out into our communities to participate in speaking events, career fairs, STEM Fests, action groups, Talent breakfasts, and setting a world record. Through this collaboration of business and education, we will be better prepared for future jobs and growth in Southeast Iowa.
Article written by SE STEM Advisory Board Member Dana MIllard from Lee County EDG.
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Planning to enjoy the Washington County STEM Festival on November 30? Pre-register to attend
here!
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Available Resources
A collection of resources for STEM educators, businesses, and community members
New Materials Available- Pint Size Science Kit Check-Out
New BeeBot mats have been received and are available for checkout! Four types of kits from the Science Center of Iowa that are designed for 3-5 year old students are currently available for checkout. If interested in checking out a kit or for more information on the kits that are available, click
here.
Renewable Energy Activity Kits
The Southeast STEM Hub is proud to partner with the ATEEC Interactive Learning Lab at Eastern Iowa Community College to offer renewable energy activity kits to educators throughout the southeast region. Thanks to the Roy J. Carver Charitable Trust, ATEEC is able to offer a variety of kits that are sure to engage any student.
If interested in checking out a kit or for more information on the available kits, click
here
A World In Motion Activity Kit Check-Out
Three types of kits designed for primary or elementary students are currently available for checkout.
If interested in checking out a kit or for more information on the kits that are available, click
here.
Materials may be checked out for 6 weeks. They can be picked up and returned at the Kirkwood Regional Center at the University of Iowa, 2301 Oakdale Boulevard, Coralville, IA 52241
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Please replace any consumables you use.
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Sincerely,
Kristine Bullock
SE Iowa STEM Manager
kristine-bullock@uiowa.edu |
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