Quarterly Meeting 4 | May 20, 2026 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Please join us for the NYC STEM Education Network’s quarterly meeting! We’ll come together to explore current trends in STEM education, share news and opportunities, spotlight member contributions, and create space for collaboration and connection across our community. This event will be held in person, with location details shared with RSVP guests. Register here!

Quarterly Meeting 3 | March 4, 2026

The QM3 “Failure is an Option” centered on exploring failure as a critical part of learning, growth, and innovation within our work. Through interactive activities, including a drug discovery simulation and reflective exercises, participants examined how failure shows up both professionally and personally, and how resilience, collaboration, and humor can help move ideas forward. Attendees also shared challenges across key focus areas like evaluation, professional learning, partnerships, and career pathways, identifying common barriers and opportunities for growth.

Quarterly Meeting 2 | December 3, 2025

The QM2 “Growing Professional and STEAM Skills” meeting focused on equipping network members with strategies to better align student learning with workforce readiness and career pathways. Participants engaged in interactive discussions around key professional and technical skills, such as critical thinking, communication, and agency, and explored frameworks like employability profiles and career exploration tools. The session highlighted how programs can bridge gaps between STEM learning experiences and real-world job expectations, while also identifying opportunities for policy and advocacy alignment. 

Quarterly Meeting 1 | September 25, 2025

The QM1 “Learning & Working Together” meeting brought together members of the NYC STEM Education Network to strengthen collaboration, share updates, and advance collective goals for the 2025–26 year. Attendees explored key network initiatives, including the launch of a new website, highlights from Sloan-funded STEM partnerships, and opportunities tied to the upcoming COMPASS RFP. The session also introduced new and continuing working groups designed to foster collaboration, resource-sharing, and innovation across the network.

NYC Council Discretionary Funding Flowchart

NYC Council Discretionary Funding supports nonprofit programs serving New York City communities. Funding is awarded annually to advance critical education, youth, workforce, and community services. Review the flowchart to better understand eligibility, timelines, and next steps.

NYSTEM ED Personal Wellness & Resources Database

A collaborative, living document where Network members can contribute tools and services to support personal wellness, especially for marginalized communities. 

NYSTEM ED STEM Career Readiness Resource Database

Empower students to excel in STEM! Tap into our extensive database of career readiness resources tailored to pave their way to success in STEM fields.