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5 Ways Community- Driven STEM Efforts Make Your Industry Visible & Why That Visibility Matters Blog
5 Ways Community - Driven STEM Efforts Make Your Industry Visible & Why That Visibility Matters
You’re investing in STEM. But does your community know you’re doing it? Discover 5 visibility-driving approaches that not only change student outcomes, but connect your brand and mission to the... Read more...
Teacher smiling in computer lab with students; blog title text reads “The Catalysts Behind Every Tool: Celebrating the People Who Drive Digital Adoption.”
The Catalysts Behind Every Tool: Celebrating The People Who Drive Digital Adoption
At WhyMaker, we believe innovation doesn’t come from the newest tool; it comes from the educators who dare to try something new. That’s why this month, we’re spotlighting edm8ker and... Read more...
Group of young professionals collaborating around a laptop with text overlay: ‘Turning Internships into Early Talent Pipelines’ and the WhyMaker logo.
Turning Internships into Early Talent Pipelines
Internships aren’t just résumé boosters—they’re one of the most effective ways to close the growing talent gap. In this post, we explore how intentional, early, and inclusive internship programs can... Read more...
Elementary student exploring a solar system coding activity using Ozobot robots during a STEM lesson, representing hands-on learning and workforce-ready skills, with WhyMaker logo and blog title overlay.
From Classroom to Career Pathways: How Ozobot Inspires the Next Generation of Innovators
From coding oceans clean-ups to designing sustainable cities, students using Ozobot are discovering how creativity and coding can shape the world around them. At WhyMaker, we believe that hands-on learning... Read more...
Three students in construction safety gear reviewing blueprints on site with text overlay: ‘Five Reasons Students Aren’t Choosing Your Field—Yet’ and the WhyMaker logo.
Five Reasons Students Aren’t Choosing Your Field—Yet
Attracting early talent is harder than ever, especially in specialized STEM fields. The problem isn’t just with students—it’s with exposure. In this post, we uncover five reasons students aren’t choosing... Read more...
Group of diverse professionals including a construction worker, engineer, and healthcare provider standing together, with text overlay: ‘Workforce Development Month in Review’ and the WhyMaker logo.
Why Workforce Development Month Matters for Industry-Education Partnerships
Workforce Development Month is more than a campaign—it’s a call to action. With millions unemployed and millions of job openings, the challenge isn’t just about jobs; it’s about preparing students... Read more...
Why STEAM Education Matters: Connecting STEM with Creativity
Why STEAM Education Matters: Connecting STEM with Creativity
For years, schools separated science and creativity, but real innovation happens when the two come together. STEAM education blends STEM with the arts, preparing students to be both technically skilled... Read more...
"Two people in business attire shaking hands over a desk with documents, next to text that reads: 'How Brands Are Investing in Their Communities Through STEM.' Below is the WhyMaker logo with the tagline 'Designing the Future of Education.'"
How Brands Are Investing in Their Communities Through STEM
Today’s most forward-thinking companies know that their impact goes beyond products and profits. More and more, brands are realizing that investing in STEM education is one of the most powerful... Read more...
How to Talk to a School District About Your Industry
How to Talk to a School District About Your Industry
More and more industries are realizing that the talent pipeline starts in K-12, long before students enter college or the workforce. But connecting with schools can be intimidating. Where do... Read more...
Empowering Classrooms with imagi: Creative Coding That Clicks
Empowering Classrooms with imagi: Creative Coding That Clicks
At WhyMaker, we’re all about tools that make learning fun, creative, and meaningful. This month, we’re spotlighting imagi, a coding platform that turns pixel art into Python magic. With hands-on... Read more...
Jobs in STEM You Probably Would Never Imagine
Jobs in STEM You Probably Would Never Imagine
STEM isn’t just for scientists in lab coats. From eco-fashion engineers to virtual reality sound designers, this post highlights unexpected and creative STEM careers that blend tech with art, food,... Read more...
Tech Tools for STEM Career Discovery
Tech Tools for STEM Career Discovery
Helping students connect their interests and strengths to real-world careers is key to making STEM education meaningful. This post highlights four free tech tools—like My Next Move and CareerExplorer—that educators... Read more...

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