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Community Mission
The K-12 STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) Outreach Community of Interest’s mission is to promote and support pathways to STEM degrees and STEM careers for K-12 students as part of the national strategic effort to produce more STEM professionals for the nation.
Vision
The K-12 STEM Outreach Committee provides for the security of the nation by ensuring a robust STEM workforce.
Scope
K-12 students need to be exposed to STEM activities, degrees, and careers as they move up the academic ladder. The committee will work with the network of Posts, individual members, sustaining members, service branches, and strategic partners to increase opportunities for STEM exposure for K-12 students. The COI will also promote the Society’s STEM programming at local, regional, and national events, as resources allow.
Activities
- Categorize different examples of how the Post/individuals support K-12 STEM at the local level
- Identify and provide guest speakers/webinars on relevant topics
- Serve as a clearinghouse of STEM information
- Provide a calendar of STEM (SAME/Post and external) events and points of contacts
To learn more about the K-12 STEM Outreach Community of interest, contact a member of the Steering Committee, or reach out to Jeannine Finton, STEM Coordinator.
![Joshua Graham](https://www.same.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/joshua-graham-819x1024.jpg)
Community Chair
Joshua Graham, P.E., PMP, F.SAME
Project Manager, HDR
![Liza Grudin](https://www.same.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/liza-grudin-819x1024.jpg)
Immediate Past Community Chair
Liza Grudin, PE, ME, ENV SP
President, NovelEsolutions Inc.
Vice Chair, Strategic Alliance: Jeffrey Leonard, PE, CFPS, F.SAME
Vice Chair Programs: Lexi Lessaris
Vice Chairs, Communications and Outreach: Zayda Shavkatova and Roger Minyami
Vice Chair, Awards and Recognition: Traci Dewar
Watch the video of SAME K12 Outreach Monthly Meeting August 2023 on YouTube.
SAME National Webinars
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Unlocking DoD Clearances: A Roadmap for AEC Contractors New to Classified Work
Join us for an informative webinar on navigating the Department of Defense security clearance process. Our expert presenter will walk you through how to obtain a Facility Clearance for your company and individual security clearances for your employees. -
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PFAS Waste Generation, Management, and Disposal
With ever increasing guidance, restrictions, and federal and state specific governance, the world of PFAS management, treatment, and disposal is becoming more difficult to navigate. -
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Federal Buy Clean Initiative Compliance through Embodied Carbon Modeling
The Federal Buy Clean Initiative aims to reduce carbon emissions by considering the environmental impact of materials used in federally funded projects. Embodied carbon modeling tools have emerged as critical instruments in the pursuit of sustainable construction practices. These tools aid architects, engineers, and construction professionals in assessing the environmental impact of materials and processes by quantifying the carbon dioxide emitted throughout their lifecycle. -
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Virtual Operations & Maintenance Training for Engineers and Facility Managers
Operations & Maintenance is the front line of Energy Efficiency. That’s why we created this course for ambitious building personnel looking for tools to improve energy efficiency and systems performance. -
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Coast-to-Coast: Generational Projects for Coastal Resilience
Join us for a compelling webinar to learn more about how two the world’s iconic coastal cities are adapting their waterfronts to the challenges of sea level rise through visionary, generational projects.