Minnesota STEM Ecosystem

Minnesota STEM Ecosystem We are closing the STEM learning and workforce opportunity gap!

We are a cross-sector, cross-system collaboration of business, education, government, afterschool programs, museums, non-profit and community organizations.

There is still time to register for the MN+CS  Conference on Monday August 3rd!
07/25/2026

There is still time to register for the MN+CS Conference on Monday August 3rd!

We had a wonderful international visit with STEM leaders from Brazil on Friday in partnership with Global Minnesota. A B...
07/25/2026

We had a wonderful international visit with STEM leaders from Brazil on Friday in partnership with Global Minnesota. A BIG thank you to our learning partners MN Technology Network and Minnesota State I.T. Center of Excellence! Valerie Lockhart and Kristi Dundore - Zakariasen did a great job representing Minnesota's progress in AI and CS Education.

Thank you for being there! It was a great day!
04/16/2026

Thank you for being there! It was a great day!

It was a great day! Xcel Energy Science Museum of Minnesota Ignite Afterschool
04/16/2026

It was a great day! Xcel Energy Science Museum of Minnesota Ignite Afterschool

Thank you to all of our Exhibitors and Legislators for making STEM Day at the Capitol a GREAT Day yesterday! Lakes Count...
04/16/2026

Thank you to all of our Exhibitors and Legislators for making STEM Day at the Capitol a GREAT Day yesterday!

Lakes Country Service Cooperative Southeast Service Cooperative National Center for Autonomous Technologies Minnesota State Engineering Center of Excellence Xcel Energy High Tech Kids Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development Science Museum of Minnesota The Bakken Museum The Works Museum TPT - Twin Cities PBS

04/14/2026

STEM DAY AT THE CAPITOL IS TOMORROW!

You’re invited to STEM Day at the Capitol on April 15, 2026, hosted by the Minnesota STEM Ecosystem and SciMathMN.
Don’t miss the more than 25 organizations from across Minnesota – showcasing hands-on STEM learning and workforce development programs.
📍Minnesota State Capitol – Rotunda & Vault
🕐 April 15, 2026, 1:00–4:00 PM
Stop by and meet students, educators, and industry partners working to strengthen Minnesota’s STEM learning and workforce pipeline.

You’re invited to STEM Day at the Capitol hosted by the Minnesota STEM Ecosystem and SciMathMN. 📍Minnesota State Capitol...
03/25/2026

You’re invited to STEM Day at the Capitol hosted by the Minnesota STEM Ecosystem and SciMathMN.

📍Minnesota State Capitol – Rotunda & Vault
🕐 April 15, 2026, 1:00–4:00 PM

Don’t miss the more than 25 organizations from across Minnesota – showcasing hands-on STEM learning and workforce development programs. So stop by and meet students, educators, and industry partners working to strengthen Minnesota’s STEM learning and workforce pipeline!

Learn more about the day at stemmn.org

02/10/2026

Teachers: Explore Microelectronics & Semiconductors—No Experience Required!

Want to connect what you teach to real-world technology and advanced manufacturing happening right here in Minnesota? Apply for our Microelectronics Mini-Externship & Curriculum Training!

Who it’s for:
Secondary educators in engineering, manufacturing, electronics, physics, math, computer science, mechatronics, automation, and applied sciences.

Designed to be turnkey and beginner-friendly

What you’ll do:
• Learn hands-on microelectronics curriculum
• Participate in a short industry mini-externship
• Get planning support to bring it back to your classroom

When:
• Curriculum Training: August 3–7
• Mini-Externship: 2 days (dates vary)

Where: Statewide (training in the metro area)
Cost: FREE + $750 stipend

Apply by March 2 for priority consideration!

👉 Learn more & apply here:
https://mncoe.my.canva.site/microelectronics-externship/details

Hosted by the Minnesota State Engineering Center of Excellence with support from the Minnesota STEM Ecosystem Partnership Grant (Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development).

🔄 Know a teacher who’d love this? Tag them or share!

02/10/2026

🤖⚙️ Calling all FTC students! Are you ready to take your robotics skills to the next level? The Minnesota STEM Partnership invites you to join us for the FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) season!

What is FRC?

FIRST Robotics Competition is the ultimate high school robotics challenge where teams design, build, and program industrial-sized robots to compete in intense alliance-based competitions. FRC builds on the foundation you've gained in FTC with more complex engineering challenges, larger-scale robots, and opportunities to develop advanced technical and leadership skills that will serve you throughout your academic and professional careers.

Why Transfer Your Skills to FRC?

Your FTC experience has prepared you perfectly for this next step! The programming, mechanical design, and teamwork skills you've developed will transfer directly to FRC, while you'll gain exposure to more sophisticated systems, industry-standard tools, and collaboration with engineering mentors. This is your chance to amplify everything you've learned and build something truly extraordinary.

Registration Information⬇️

Parents, we need your involvement! Please help your students register for the FRC season at register.mnstempartners.org. Early registration ensures your student has the best experience possible and helps our teams plan effectively.

Stay Connected📧 [email protected]

Students and parents, remember that early information and important updates are always available through our membership portal at membership.mnstempartners.org. Stay informed and never miss an opportunity!

Address

210 Wood Lake Drive SE
Rochester, MN
55904

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Minnesota STEM Ecosystem posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Share