Teen Science Café Exposes Students to STEM Career Fields
A new program in northern Michigan will help students gain leadership skills and exposure to STEM skills and careers. The Teen Science Café is open to all students in 8th-12th grade in the 10 county northwest lower Michigan region. The program is being coordinated by Newton’s Road and will feature teen led activities along with input from expert scientists.
Students who participate in the Teen Science Café will have the opportunity to serve on a leadership board and get to determine the topics explored. They will also experience a variety of science research and meet inspiring scientists.
The first meeting of the Teen Science Café is scheduled for October 24 in Traverse City and will highlight the Underwater Remote Operated Vehicle program of the Inland Seas Education Association. Space is limited and students must RSVP to Newton's Road Program Manager, Jeanna Michalek, at jeanna.michalek@
About Newton’s Road
Newton’s Road, a program of Networks Northwest, works with regional partners to leverage the unique characteristics of northern Michigan’s natural surroundings, knowledgeable workforce, and rich legacy of community involvement to champion, support and increase access to outstanding learning opportunities in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM Education).
The Networks Northwest team did a great job to help the City of Charlevoix and Charlevoix Township collaborate in addressing housing challenges in our community. They facilitated dialogue with Planning Commissioners, community stakeholders, and municipal officials to develop a plan for cohesive zoning in areas of growth for our two governments. Further, they were able to pinpoint the challenges in each unit and propose changes that would be beneficial all around. Together, we believe we'll be better prepared for housing developments and job growth in our region. We look forward to working with them on future projects!
- Mark Haydlauff, City Manager, Charlevoix