As graduation season approaches, many students are preparing for college, technical training, military service, or entering the workforce. While technical skills are important, employers consistently say that another set of skills is just as valuable: soft skills. Soft skills are the personal and professional habits that help people work effectively with others. These skills include […]

As graduation approaches, students are preparing to take their next steps—whether that’s college, technical training, the military, or entering the workforce. One of the most powerful ways they demonstrate their readiness is through capstone projects and career showcases. These experiences go beyond traditional testing. They allow students to apply what they’ve learned, solve real-world problems, […]

As the world looks for cleaner and more sustainable ways to produce energy, renewable energy careers are growing quickly. From solar panels to wind turbines, these careers are helping reduce environmental impact while creating new opportunities for skilled workers. During Earth Month, it’s the perfect time to explore how students can prepare for careers that […]

Earth Month is a great time for schools to connect learning with real-world impact. One of the best ways to do this is through eco-friendly STEAM projects, hands-on activities that help students explore science, technology, engineering, and math while learning how to protect the environment. These projects not only build academic skills, but also encourage […]

As we celebrate Earth Month, it’s clear that technology plays a major role in protecting our planet. From clean energy systems to smart cities, today’s innovations are helping solve some of the world’s biggest environmental challenges. This is where STEAM—Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math—meets Environmental Science. Together, they are creating new opportunities for students […]

As we celebrate Earth Month, it’s the perfect time to think about how education connects to protecting our planet. Across the country and here in our community, students are preparing for careers that not only support the economy but also help the environment. This growing area is known as the green economy—a workforce focused on […]

Across the country, more girls are exploring careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). While progress has been made, girls are still underrepresented in many STEM fields—especially in engineering and technology. During Women’s History Month, we have an opportunity to highlight the importance of encouraging girls to explore STEM pathways, connect them with strong […]

As we celebrate Women’s History Month and reflect on Engineering Week, we are reminded that innovation thrives when everyone has a seat at the table. From engineering labs to construction sites to advanced manufacturing facilities, today’s workforce depends on diverse perspectives, skills, and ideas. But access to these high-wage, high-demand careers has not always been […]

Each year, during National Engineers Week, we celebrate the people and ideas shaping our world through engineering. This year’s theme, “Transform Your Future,” highlights how creativity, problem-solving, and innovation can help students design solutions for tomorrow. At the heart of engineering is a powerful process called design thinking—a way of approaching challenges by asking questions, […]

March is a time to celebrate leadership, innovation, and the women who are shaping the future. During Women’s History Month and Engineering Week, we recognize the important role women play in STEM fields and skilled trades—and the impact they have on industries, communities, and the next generation. From engineers and cybersecurity experts to welders, electricians, […]