Students who are STEM literate will be empowered by trans–disciplinary knowledge and experiences that will help them be college and career ready.
About
Career Readiness & STEM Initiatives
Our programs work to ensure that every student in the region has the knowledge, skills, and experiences that can unlock futures, build a globally engaged community, ensure a prosperous economy, and inspire innovation. Of the nearly 100,000 family-sustaining jobs that will be available in 10 years, more than 80% will require STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) literacy. STEM literacy is achieved when a student is able to apply his or her understanding of how the world works within and across the four interrelated STEM disciplines to improve the social, economic, and environmental condition of their local and global community. Across our program areas, we consider STEM literacy our foundation, and Career-Connected Learning our framework to support educators, students, employers and community organizations in meeting the demand for a highly-qualified workforce.
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Professional Development
STEM Professional Development Classes
Program Contacts
Integrated Learning Team
Vickei Hrdina
Director of Career Readiness & STEM Initiatives
Contact
Email: vickei.hrdina@esd112.org
LASER/WA STEM
Career Connected Learning
Grants & data support
SMC Advisory Board support
Support for Stacy, Molly, Effie
Kristina Wambold
Integrated Educational Technology Coordinator
Contact
Email: kristina.wambold@esd112.org
Project-based learning coach
ADA, EVAL, PBIS
Data Improvement Lead
Computer Science Integration
Google, Microsoft Trainer
STEM storylines
OER development
Elementary science leadership
PBL for Flipped Internships
STEM integration
Support for Vickei, Pranjali, Kristina, Katherine
Upcoming Career Readiness & STEM Classes
Get Social with Us
Career Readiness & STEM News
Expanding education with the Rural CTE Cooperative
In today’s rapidly evolving job market, the importance of Career and Technical Education (CTE) and Computer Science (CS) education cannot be overstated. However, offering these crucial educational opportunities can be particularly challenging for our smaller, [...]
Gates Foundation grant will enhance college and career readiness in 14 school districts in southwest Washington State
Fourteen school districts, three colleges, and other partners in Southwest Washington will receive $3.3 million in Horizons Regional Grant Program funds, as announced this year by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. As a key [...]
nPower Girls learn about indigenous culture, plants at Camp Confluence
On June 26, students in the nPower Girls program participated in Camp Confluence led by Native artists and educators of the Pacific Northwest. Students participated in an interactive plant walk and discussion to learn about [...]
ESD 112 STEM Rising Star and Regional Partner Awards
Educational Service District 112 celebrated the fourth annual STEM Rising Star and Regional Partner Awards ceremony at Clark College on Tuesday, June 4. Washington STEM and Career Connect Southwest (CCSW) recognized employees, partners, and students [...]
ESD 112 equalizes educational opportunities for learning communities through innovative partnerships, responsive leadership, and exceptional programs.