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8 YOU Belong in STEM New Initiative to enhance STEM education for all young people   The U.S. Department of Education recently launched YOU Belong in STEM, an initiative to galvanize the broad STEM education ecosystem to implement and scale equitable and high-quality STEM education for all young people from Pre-K to higher education. The focus will be on improving student outcomes by promoting positive conditions for STEM learning and development. In the coming weeks, the USDoE will provide guidance and other technical assistance to elevate STEM teaching and learning, convene STEM partners and thought leaders, elevate bright spots and evidence-based practices that engender belonging in STEM, and partner with public and private entities to leverage best efforts and reach. You can email STEM@ed.gov to get involved! Please enjoy your e-Update. Tweet us @NCSTEM with any feedback and thoughts.

Leverage libraries to achieve digital equity for all  New federal programs and resources through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) provide an unprecedented opportunity to build on the existing resources and expertise of our nation’s libraries to inform state digital equity plans and accelerate broadband adoption and skills building for all. View the ALA fact sheet via the link below. READ MORE

PDEP apps now open through Jan. 18, 2023  The Postdoctoral Diversity Enrichment Program (PDEP) through Burroughs Wellcome Fund provides a total of $60,000 over three years to support the career development activities for underrepresented minority postdoctoral fellows in a degree-granting institution in the United States or Canada whose training and professional development are guided by mentors committed to helping them advance to careers in biomedical or medical research. READ MORE

Golden LEAF seeks rural entities to host interns  The Golden LEAF Rural Internship Initiative is seeking rural entities to host Golden LEAF Scholarship recipients with meaningful internship experiences. The program offers internships paid for by the Golden LEAF Foundation. READ MORE

Find STEM jobs at NC STEM Center The NC STEM Center is continuously updating career and job opportunities online. Currently, there are almost a dozen positions listed in the Job Seekers section of the NC STEM website. Quick, easy, free site registration is required. READ MORE

Featured Program Science Alliance of Eastern NC Science Alliance of Eastern NC in Rocky Point offers curriculum-aligned, preschool, and “just for fun” STEM outreach programs. Staff has over 20 years of experience developing and delivering meaningful and engaging programs to students and families. Virtual and in-person options available. Use the button below to learn more and view other Programs at NC STEM Center.       VIEW NOW Featured Opportunity Secrets Of A Spy Station Planning ahead for next summer? PARI and Clemson University have organized a camp in June for rising 6th to 9th graders to explore the origins of codes and ciphers and how they have evolved from written messages to complex digital encryption methods in use today. Limited space available. Use the button below for more and view other Opportunities available at NC STEM Center.        VIEW NOW

14-18 November International Education Week (IEW) IEW is an opportunity for students and educators to celebrate the benefits of education and exchange worldwide. A variety of activities are being planned by the NCDPI Global Education Steering Committee later this month; stay tuned for updates. Learn more.

31 January Public School Forum 2023 Eggs and Issues The Public School Forum will host its annual Eggs and Issues on Jan. 31, 2023, from 8 to 10 a.m. at the McKimmon Center in Raleigh. You'll get the first look at some of North Carolina's top education issues for the year and be able to network with leaders from across the state. Learn more.

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