Edutopia – Marcia Reed 
STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) education plays a critical role in preparing our youth for the future and their roles in our economy. Through STEM, they engage in experiences in which they learn from and with other people, and because of that, are encouraged to think critically, innovatively, and creatively. As we continue to work to meet the demands of a technology-driven society, STEM is essential to our everyday lives as it fuels the advancement of the U.S. economy. (more)