STEM NOLA

STEM NOLA The purpose of STEM NOLA is to expose, inspire and engage the community in the opportunities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM)
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Calling all little learners and future innovators! 🚗💨Join us for Training Grounds We Play Center at STEM Saturday: Cars!...
06/04/2026

Calling all little learners and future innovators! 🚗💨

Join us for Training Grounds We Play Center at STEM Saturday: Cars! Cars! Cars! – Force & Motion, where children ages 0-4 will explore STEM through hands-on play and interactive activities designed just for them.

Young learners will discover how things move, build problem-solving skills, and engage in fun, age-appropriate experiences that spark curiosity and creativity. Best of all, it's FREE!

June 13, 2026
Joe Brown Rec Center
📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to register and reserve your child's spot today!

We can't wait to see your little scientists, engineers, and explorers in action. ✨

Summer Camp is in full swing! 🌱🚢🔬Day 2 and 3, our campers explored environmental science and engineering through a varie...
06/03/2026

Summer Camp is in full swing! 🌱🚢🔬

Day 2 and 3, our campers explored environmental science and engineering through a variety of hands-on STEM activities. Students learned about soil and plant growth by planting their own seeds, then put their problem-solving skills to the test with a submarine challenge and a life vest engineering challenge.

Every activity encouraged students to think critically, experiment, and discover how STEM concepts connect to the world around them.

A special thank you to Delta Utilities for helping us bring these engaging STEM experiences to students and families across New Orleans. Your support is helping inspire the next generation of scientists, engineers, and innovators! 🚀

We're proud to share that Dr. Calvin Mackie, Founder and CEO of STEM NOLA, is serving as a guest speaker at the APACS 20...
06/03/2026

We're proud to share that Dr. Calvin Mackie, Founder and CEO of STEM NOLA, is serving as a guest speaker at the APACS 2026 Best Practices Conference in Albany, New York! 🚀

From June 3–5, educators, administrators, and STEM leaders from across the country will gather to celebrate 40 years of the C/STEP legacy and explore innovative approaches to developing the next generation of STEM talent.

Dr. Mackie will share how STEM NOLA is building the STEM human capital pipeline by exposing, engaging, and inspiring students through hands-on STEM experiences that create pathways to college, careers, and lifelong success.

We look forward to sharing the STEM NOLA story and learning alongside fellow leaders committed to expanding opportunities for students everywhere. 🔬✨

We're excited to welcome this year's participants from the Job1 program to STEM NOLA! 🚀Through our partnership with Job1...
06/02/2026

We're excited to welcome this year's participants from the Job1 program to STEM NOLA! 🚀

Through our partnership with Job1, a workforce development organization dedicated to helping individuals gain the skills, training, and employment opportunities needed for long-term success, students were selected to work alongside STEM NOLA and contribute to our mission of exposing, engaging, and inspiring future innovators.

On June 1, students attended orientation at STEM NOLA headquarters, where they were introduced to our mission, vision, and values. Various staff members shared their roles and experiences, giving students a behind-the-scenes look at the work that drives our impact in the community. Following a tour of the facility, the students jumped right into work, ready to gain hands-on professional experience.

This collaboration is an important investment in the next generation, providing meaningful workforce development opportunities while helping students build confidence, workplace skills, and career readiness. Together, STEM NOLA and Job1 are creating pathways for young people to learn, grow, and prepare for future success. ✨

Please join us in welcoming these students as they begin their journey with STEM NOLA!

Week one of Summer Camp at Xavier University of Louisiana is officially underway! 🌎🚀31 students kicked off the week by ...
06/01/2026

Week one of Summer Camp at Xavier University of Louisiana is officially underway! 🌎🚀

31 students kicked off the week by exploring environmental engineering and buoyancy through a variety of hands-on STEM activities designed to spark curiosity and creativity.

Our K-2 campers created pollution catchers, rain clouds in a jar, and solar prints, while students in grades 3-8 engineered paper cup anemometers, rocket pinwheels, and rain gauges to learn more about weather, the environment, and the forces that shape our world. 🔬☁️🌦️

A special thank you to Delta Utilities for helping make these incredible learning experiences possible for our students this summer!

This is only the beginning—stay tuned to see what our young engineers, scientists, and innovators create throughout the rest of the week. ✨

STEM NOLA was proud to be part of the Sail250 New Orleans International Naval Soccer Cup + Family Fun & Sports Day on Ma...
06/01/2026

STEM NOLA was proud to be part of the Sail250 New Orleans International Naval Soccer Cup + Family Fun & Sports Day on May 31, 2026! ⛵🚀

As U.S. and international tall ships lined the Mississippi River, students had the opportunity to explore the science behind how vessels stay afloat through a hands-on boat-building activity. Using the principles of buoyancy and density, participants designed and tested their own boats while learning how these same concepts apply to the impressive ships docked along New Orleans' waterfront.

By connecting real-world maritime engineering to hands-on STEM experiences, students were able to see science in action and gain a deeper understanding of the forces that keep boats and ships afloat.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to learn, build, and explore with us! ⚓🔬✨

Rev up your engines for STEM Saturday: Force & Motion – Cars with STEM NOLA! 🚗💨K-12 students will explore the principles...
06/01/2026

Rev up your engines for STEM Saturday: Force & Motion – Cars with STEM NOLA! 🚗💨

K-12 students will explore the principles of force and motion through exciting, hands-on STEM activities at Joe W. Brown Recreation Center on June 13, 2026. Students will learn how force creates motion, apply these concepts to real-world experiments, and build their own grade-appropriate race cars to test and race at the end of the day! 🏁🔬

Big thanks to our event sponsors for helping us bring STEM to the community.

We’re also looking for volunteers to help inspire the next generation of innovators. College undergraduate volunteers will receive a $50 gift card! stemnola.galaxydigital.com

Register today and join us for a day full of creativity, learning, and racing fun. 🚀 registration.stemnola.com

The next generation of leaders and changemakers officially began their journey with STEM NOLA! May 29th at STEM NOLA hea...
05/29/2026

The next generation of leaders and changemakers officially began their journey with STEM NOLA!

May 29th at STEM NOLA headquarters during our intern welcome session, incoming interns — including both familiar and new faces — were introduced to STEM NOLA’s mission, vision, and the impactful work being done to expose, engage, and inspire future innovators through hands-on STEM education.

STEM NOLA staff members shared more about their roles within the organization, while CEO Dr. Calvin Mackie welcomed interns by sharing his personal story and explaining why this work is so important to communities across the country.

We are excited to welcome this new group of interns and look forward to seeing the ideas, passion, and energy they bring this summer! ✨

STEM Fellow Graycee Lavallias, a ninth grader at St. Mary's Academy, New Orleans, took over WVUE FOX 8 News as she demon...
05/29/2026

STEM Fellow Graycee Lavallias, a ninth grader at St. Mary's Academy, New Orleans, took over WVUE FOX 8 News as she demonstrated the science behind the graduation confetti shooter! 🎉🔬

Joined by Fox 8 news anchor Rob Krieger FOX 8 and STEM NOLA staff member Barry McGuire, Graycee confidently explained the STEM concepts that power the exciting experiment.

Be sure to watch the live segment and see Graycee showcase her knowledge, confidence, and passion for STEM in action! 🚀✨ https://www.fox8live.com/video/2026/05/29/stem-nola-graduation-confetti-shooter/

The STEM NOLA STEM Fellows End-of-Year Dinner was a special celebration of growth, achievement, and the completion of an...
05/28/2026

The STEM NOLA STEM Fellows End-of-Year Dinner was a special celebration of growth, achievement, and the completion of another incredible spring program! 🎓🚀

On May 26, at New Orleans Hamburger & Seafood, students, families, and mentors gathered alongside STEM Fellows Manager Ruqayyah Mustafa, CEO Dr. Calvin Mackie, Co-Founder Tracy Mackie and CAO Lawrence Jackson, to recognize the hard work and dedication of our Fellows throughout the year.

We were especially proud to highlight the graduating seniors who are preparing to take the next step in their journeys as they head off to college this fall. Their commitment, perseverance, and passion for STEM continue to inspire us all.

A special thank you to the parents and families who dedicated their time and support to introducing their students to the STEM Fellows program and encouraging them every step of the way. Your support helps make these opportunities possible. 💚✨

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4910 Drexel Dr Xavier U
New Orleans, LA
70125

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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