July 2017
STEM EDUCATION AT THE SCIENCE CENTER
 
During the 2016-2017 school year approximately 6,000 children and 172 teachers from 56 local schools participated in STEM education at the Science Center.  Without you, we could not have achieved so much.  Next year, we'd like to do even more, especially for low- to moderate-income students attending Pinellas County schools. 
 
As you know, in order to ensure a skilled workforce in the 21st century, its important to create STEM relevancy.  In order to accomplish this, we need to continue to help students understand that STEM isn't about STEM; it's about making a difference in the world.   Your $500 sponsorship will provide an entire class the opportunity to attend STEM education at the Science Center.  Join us in helping children better understand STEM.  
SPONSOR A STEM CLASS

2017 SUMMER CAMP

STEM-themed summer programs inspire young imaginations.  The Science Center is fun and educational, offering hands-on learning experiences for grades K-8th!  
 
Camps are offered weekly from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm through August 9th. Before and after care is also available.
 
Campers can choose from space-themed courses such as "Space Explorers" or  "Galactic Journey" to learn more about our universe and space travel.  Additional classes include "It's a Bugs Life," "Future Scientists," "Lego Robotics," "Kitchen Chemistry," and much more.
 
For a complete list of course offerings and registration information, visit the Science Center.


TAMPA BAY FUTURE ENGINEERS 
                 

Tampa Bay Future Engineers was held at the Science Center this summer.  This week-long class provided students, ages 16-24, the opportunity to dive into the blinking, beeping and programmable world of soldering and electronics. Students who successfully completed the program received an industry-recognized certification  (IPC J-STD-001) to help them prepare for a successful career. 

SPONSORS

Please support 2017 STEM Education at the Science Center.   

Because of you, great futures start here!
 
Your commitment to the Science Center is very much appreciated. On behalf of the staff, Board of Directors, and most importantly the children, we gratefully acknowledge your generous sponsorship. We truly appreciate your support.            

INNOVATOR
Duke Energy
 
EXPLORER
Charles A. Lauffler Trust
Pinellas Education Foundation
Junior Achievement of Tampa Bay
National Aviation Academy
Thomas A. & Mary S. James Foundation
 
SUPPORTER
Florida High Tech Corridor
Gulf Coast Iguana Sanctuary
Little Oceans
Nicklaus of Florida, Inc.
PNC Foundation
Sirata Beach Resort
St. Petersburg Astronomy Club, Inc.
The Grainger Foundation
USF Research Foundation, Inc.
 
ADVOCATE
Baycare
Centerplate
William O'Neill Trust
Alice Radcliffe Estate
 
CORPORATE FRIEND
Galen College of Nursing
 International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 915
GE Aviation
DRS Technologies
LaSalle
Ledman USA
Madico Window Films, Inc.
New Horizons
 PDR Certified Public Accountants
Power Design Inc.
Publix
QTM, Inc.
The Queen's Court, Inc.
In Memory of Alice Radcliffe
Seventh Sun Brewing Co.
Sharpe
St. Luke's
Troy University
Wells Fargo
Walmart

 
INDIVIDUAL FRIEND
Scott Callison
Amy Fine Anderson, DMD PA
Eslyn Casplen
Jan Fleck
Jack Geller
Aundre Green
Lucy Curci-Gonzales
In Memory of Gary and Marie
Edward Hoke
Allen Loyd
Luna Jean-Pierre
James Moore
Brandy Polkinghorn
Richard Peck
David Piper
William Price
Betty Sherer
Kay Schwartz
Joanne Sullivan
 Janet Till
Ebony Vaz
Mitch Vigeveno
Andy Zopler

www.sciencecenterofpinellas.org