STEM Greater Houston Hosts Free STEM Fest For Students K-12

HOUSTON, Feb. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ --

WHAT:  

Created by STEM Global Action (SGA), STEM Fests provide K -12 students with opportunities to design, build, and test more than 60 STEM activities. Students to innovate and create as they work with STEM professionals. The STEM Fest marks a significant milestone in the partnership between the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) and STEM Global Action (SGA). This collaboration expands access to STEM education in urban areas and helps foster a pipeline of diverse future innovators, creators, and problem-solvers. Together, STEM Greater Houston, an affiliate of SGA, and ASME provide students—especially those from underrepresented communities—with the inspiration, resources, and hands-on experiences needed to pursue STEM careers.  Since its founding in 2013, STEM Global Action and STEM NOLA have impacted nearly 160,000 students, 22,000 families, and 5,100 schools. This free event is open to all K-12 students. Registration required. Register Now: https://registration.stemnola.com/#/

STEM Fest Highlights:

• 60+ interactive, Action-Packed STEM stations 
• Career exploration with opportunities to connect with mentors and industry professionals
• Hands-on activities such as flying drones, creating motorized cars, and experimenting with cutting-edge technologies and much more

WHO:

• STEM Greater Houston 
• The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
• STEM Global Action 

WHEN:

 Saturday, February 22, 2025, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

WHERE:

MI3 Center | 1135 Ella Crossing Dr, Houston, TX 77090

Media Contact:

Jim Pittman
504-583-5862/[email protected]

About STEM Greater Houston STEM Greater Houston is committed to enhancing the STEM landscape in the Houston area by providing young people with the tools, resources, and opportunities to succeed in STEM fields. This event is part of their ongoing efforts to inspire students to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and math.

About ASME The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) is a global professional organization dedicated to advancing the practice of mechanical engineering. ASME supports engineering education, research, and practice, fostering innovation and improving quality of life worldwide.

About STEM Global Action STEM Global Action, through its network of affiliates, including STEM NOLA, is working to expand access to STEM education in urban communities, particularly for students underrepresented in STEM fields. By hosting hands-on events like STEM Fest, STEM Global Action ensures that every child has the opportunity to discover and explore STEM careers.

SOURCE SGA