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PARTNER SPOTLIGHT:
Our partners at Sno-Isle Libraries have a new live tutoring tool that connects students to expert tutors for live help. The program includes tutors for coursework in grades K-12 plus some college-level courses. They also offer live FAFSA support to help students complete their federal financial aid forms and help get them on their way to earning secondary credentials. Please note, a library card may be needed to access the tutor portal.

Snohomish STEM Summit
March 2 // 12:00 - 1:00 pm

Grab your lunch, turn off your camera and join us on March 2nd at 12:00pm for Snohomish STEM Summit: Inspiring Innovation to welcome Keynote Speaker Ron Limes, Seattle Base Chief Pilot for Alaska Airlines and many more from your Snohomish County community!

Our 2020 Annual Report

The Snohomish STEM Network in partnership with Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC) exists to expand STEM skills awareness, STEM literacy and awareness for students and parents about the countless exciting career opportunities that exist in Snohomish County and the Puget Sound region.
In 2020, EASC invested in its asset of connecting industry with education through the Snohomish STEM Network by creating two full time positions. This investment has proven to create stability in programing and partnerships for Snohomish County and throughout the region.

Everett Public Schools and Snohomish STEM Partner to Support Financial Aid Completion

Snohomish STEM Network stakeholders identify financial aid completion as a key success indicator for completing post-secondary studies, including industry recognized credentials and apprenticeship, in preparation to enter the workforce. A survey was conducted to identify community best practices in supporting students and families in financial aid completion. As a result, Snohomish STEM is partnering with Everett Public Schools to directly support financial aid enrollment and completion early in 2021. 
Live Here. Learn Here. Work Here.

Another program the Snohomish STEM Network has been working on is Live Here. Learn Here. Work Here. which is a career connected learning program implemented in Darrington that aligns with the High School and Beyond Plan. This new regional YouTube channel provides rural students with the opportunity to virtually connect with local talent to hear their experiences. It is designed for teachers to easily implement and assess impact without additional planning or resources. Additional programs will support rural high school students through a hands-on problem-solving unit and internship experience.



RESOURCES
More from Our Partner Spotlight

Are you interested in a career in the IT field? Many entry-level jobs require certification that may include CompTIA A+ credentials, and Sno-Isle Libraries can help you get there! Sno-Isle Libraries is on their second round of this pilot program and they are hoping to enroll 50 people this time. Applications for this round are open through February 12, 2021 so be sure to apply today if you’re interested. This program is limited to residents of the Sno-Isle Libraries service area. Orientation begins the last week of February and the program begins the first week in March. 

Sno-Isle Libraries have put together book lists for readers of all ages as well as links to local Black-owned businesses, artists, and organizations. Learn about the work being done by local organizations and find out how you can get involved. 

Minecraft Hour of Code

Students of all ages can have fun with this edutainment program on Code.org! Try the Minecraft Hour of Code Tutorials as a fun and easy way to practice coding and learn how the popular game, Minecraft, is coded. 


Boeing’s CST-100 Starliner Space Capsule
Target Date March 21

Boeing partnered with NASA to design the CST-100 Starliner Space Capsule and now you have the chance to watch their next test launch!
The uncrewed spacecraft will launch from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida and will attempt to connect with the International Space Station with a target launch date of March 21, 2021. Join Boeing to watch the launch, or host your own watch party, and check out the STEM activities and virtual field trip.


Post-Pandemic STEM Workforce
March 16 // 8:30 - 9:30 am

Join Economic Alliance Snohomish County for Coffee Chats: Post-Pandemic STEM Workforce on March 16th at 8:30 am moderated by University Washington Bothell, Dean of STEM, Leslie Cornick. The panel will have representatives from AGC Biologics, Tableau, and Providence.



Resources:
LocalSnoCo.com COVID-19 Business Resources


STEM BRAIN TEASER
Problem: What numbers would you put in for X and Y and Z to make the following true?  

  X62 
+3Y8 
  56Z 

Answer is below.
Reference: Chris Woods, Daily STEM newsletter

Answer: Z = 0, Y = 9, X = 1