Connect STEM Careers with Sparks!
Updated: December 22, 2024
Type: Stage 1: Icebreakers & Teambuilding
Grade Level: PreK - 12
“Sparks are the activities and interests that truly engage kids to be their best. Research shows that kids who know and develop their sparks—and who have adults in their lives to help—have higher grades, better school attendance, and a sense of purpose.”
We have successfully used student sparks throughout our STEM programs to cultivate a relationship with our students. We feel that students are more eager to share and connect with instructors as well as the other students. They are also the perfect tool for connecting to STEM careers.
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