programs
The Partnership provides a variety of partnership opportunities and programs to support STE(A)M Education in our region
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Lending Library
Are you hoping to try new STEM equipment with your learners? You can borrow kits from our Lending Library!
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Collaboratory
We foster networking opportunities among out-of-school time educators serving underserved youth from the broader Portland Metro region (from Corbett to Banks, and south to Salem).
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STE(A)M Education Support
School and program support can be offered in a number of ways (PLC’s, materials, mini-grants, workshops, STE(A)M Program Recognition and Certification)
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Paid Professional Development
We provide paid PD workshops to qualifying educators, focused on the needs of out-of-school STEM programs.
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Networking
Meet, collaborate, and learn with other highly motivated STEM education enthusiasts in a casual and fun environment.
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Partnerships
We build connections between educators, community-based organizations, industry professionals, and higher education. We also coordinate field trip opportunities, externships, and more!
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Webbased STEAM Resources
Access to grade-level aligned, STEM Hub developed, mini-lessons and lessons for Lending Library Equipment. Additional high quality outside STEM resources will be shared here.
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BIPOC STEAM Ecosystem
PMSP has joined with six community-based organizations to further STEM opportunities for BIPOC youth in our region.
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Early Learning Partnership
We work closely with Early Learning partners to increase STEAM opportunities for our youngest learners.
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Patterns HS Science
Go to the Patterns HS Science website for more information
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Externships
Our externship program enables teachers to enrich their teaching experience with career related topics by connecting them with industry leaders at local business locations.
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STEM at PSU
PMSP is proud to be a department in the Maseeh College of Engineering & Computer Science. Visit PSU’s STEM webpage here.
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Maseeh College of Engineering and Computer Science
Visit our PSU department homepage here.
