The most frequent comment from educators after they have done a STEM Externship is "I can't wait to get this built into my classroom program!" This summer four educators in the SW STEM Region had those experiences. A variety of subject areas were represented and there was a mix of elementary and secondary programs represented.

First time Extern Jason Walter from Audubon High School was a heavy-duty welder and fixer. Shenandoah MS STEM Teacher Angela Hunter preferred environment science work at the Riverton Wildlife State operated by the Iowa DNR. Treynor educator Randi Endress was at the Henry Doorly Zoo doing upfront with the public work as well as behind the scenes learning. East Union Educator Marcus Patten was at the Whiterock Conservancy creating energy curriculum for his 4/5th grade classes and find out information about the geology of Iowa.

The six-week program allows a mix of learning and sharing with the Extern Business partner. Many thanks to all those sponsors for sharing with Iowa educators.

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Pictured left is Externship program Director Jason Land with Audubon HS Teacher Jason Walter.

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