STEM
STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering,
and Mathematics. These disciplines are considered by many to be the foundation of an advanced society. In many forums-including political, governmental, and academic-the strength of the STEM workforce is viewed as an indicator of a nation’s ability to sustain itself.
The Boy Scouts of America created a new program initiative that emphasizes STEM in the context of the current advancement programs. BSA’s STEM initiative gives Scouts an opportunity to explore relevant skills and experiences and to be recognized for their achievements. The aim is to expose youth to new opportunities and help them develop the STEM skills critical for the competitive world marketplace.
The STEM Committee supports STEM promoting and activities in our Council. Dr. Arden Dougan is the chair and Stephen Allen, a Field Director, is the staff advisor. Any Scouters interested in participating in this committee should contact Stephen Allen for more information.
The vision of this committee is to see all of our Council units engaged in some kind of STEM initiative during the program year. By engaging Scouts with STEM education we are doing our part to promote excellence and our nation’s technological competitiveness in an increasingly complex world.
The STEM Committee meets generally on the third Thursday of each month at the Marriott Scout Service Center at 7pm. A call-in option is also available: please email supernova@ncacbsa.org to join.
Resources:
District STEM Contacts:
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District |
Service Area |
Coordinator |
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Francis Scott Key |
Mountain West |
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Aquia |
Virginia South |
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Chain Bridge |
Virginia Central |
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Colonial |
Virginia Central |
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George Mason |
Virginia Central |
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Goose Creek |
Mountain West |
Nagaraju Nookala |
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Mattaponi |
Virginia South |
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Prince William |
Virginia Central |
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Old Dominion |
Virginia Central |
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Patriot |
Virginia Central |
Sokhom Kith |
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Piedmont |
Virginia South |
Beth Murray |
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Potomac |
Montgomery |
Stanley Fricke |
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Powhatan |
Mountain West |
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Patuxent |
Three Rivers |
Mark Bruno |
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Seneca |
Montgomery |
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Sully |
Mountain West |
Dr. Hatcher Tynes |
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Washington D.C. |
Three Rivers |
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Western Shore |
Three Rivers |
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White Oak |
Montgomery |
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