NEOSTEM Now | March 13, 2026
Score with STEM with the Cleveland Cavs on March 27
Join us on March 27 from 10 AM–1 PM for a free, hands-on STEM experience designed to connect students and families to the real-world science, tech, and engineering behind the game. From interactive exhibits on the arena concourse to meeting local STEM pros, it’s a day of discovery you won’t want to miss. Register for FREE STEM Day here.
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The AI-Ready Classroom: Rebalancing K-12 Skills for a New Era
The Burning Glass Institute’s new report provides a data-driven framework for educators to adapt curriculum by identifying which skills require deeper conceptual understanding, which should be transformed by AI tools, and which remain foundational to student success. Learn More
Why access to STEM must include students who learn and think differently
Standard STEM activities often rely on open-ended projects that can inadvertently trigger sensory overload or confusion; however, by implementing structured flexibility and clear success criteria, schools can transform these challenges into high-growth opportunities for neurodivergent students. Learn More
Faster, thinner: Colleges are swiftly trimming a B.A. degree to three years
To combat declining enrollment and high tuition costs, a growing number of U.S. colleges are launching “reduced-credit” bachelor’s degrees that allow students to graduate in three years with 90 to 94 credits instead of the traditional 120. Learn More
Beyond the Hype: Stanford Experts Debunk Five Common Myths About AI in Education
Stanford researchers and educators are challenging misconceptions about AI’s role in the classroom, emphasizing that while the technology is a permanent fixture, its success depends on prioritizing human connection and research-backed design. Learn More
Upcoming Events & Resources
NSF Launches New STEM K-12 Program to Replace Archived DRK-12
The National Science Foundation (NSF) has transitioned its educational funding landscape by archiving the Discovery Research PreK-12 (DRK-12) program and introducing the new NSF STEM K-12 (STEM K12) Program to support formal and informal learning environments. Learn More
ISTE+ASCD AI Innovator Studio: Empowering Students to Lead
The AI Innovator Studio is a comprehensive program designed to build student AI literacy and design skills through guided lessons, webinars, and a global challenge where teams prototype AI-driven solutions for real-world impact. Learn More
InventEd: Empowering the Next Generation of Problem-Solvers
The InventEd Network is a collaborative coalition of educators, researchers, and leaders dedicated to bringing invention education to K-12 students, specifically focusing on building the skills and mindsets necessary for underrepresented youth to tackle real-world global challenges. Learn More
2026 Ohio Business Matchmaker: Connecting Small Businesses to Billions in Contracts
Registration is now open for Ohio’s premier contracting event on April 22-23 at Wright State University, offering small businesses direct one-on-one access to government buyers and prime contractors. Learn More
Nominations Open for the League of Innovative Schools
The League of Innovative Schools is seeking recommendations for its 2026-27 cohort to identify forward-thinking superintendents and school districts committed to collaborative innovation and leadership. Learn More
OSLN Announces CTE+STEM Innovation Lab for Ohio Educators
Ohio career-technical educators in grades 7–12 can apply for this immersive, three-day summer workshop in Columbus to strengthen STEM pedagogy and design thinking within their classrooms at no cost. Learn More
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