Science, technology, engineering and math are the focus of a collaboration with Bayer and 4-H. They hope to address the concern that 26 million STEM related jobs go unfulfilled each year. The partnership seeks to engage youth and maintain their interest in STEM skills.
Source: Ag Web, September 5, 2017.
There are six million students in 4-H. Science Matters will extend the reach of our hands-on STEM programming, which is proven to grow 4-H’ers who are two times more likely than others to enter STEM careers,” says Artis Stevens, National 4-H Council senior vice president and chief marketing officer. “This can empower young people to learn by doing and apply what they learn in their life and community”.
INSIGHTS: Many animal health pros volunteer in support of 4-H’rs. Help spread the word about STEM education opportunities or contact your local 4-H chapter to help provide hands-on opportunities.