From the Executive Director’s Desk – November
The core challenge at the center of the work of Tulsa Regional STEM Alliance is one of collaboration in pursuit of better opportunities and outcomes for youth. It might not be too far-fetched to suggest that effective collaboration across a community remains unsolved and is fundamental to developing education solutions in and out of school […]
Computer Science Education Week – Dec. 4-10
December 4-10, 2023 Each December, we mark Computer Science Education Week, or CSEdWeek, aligning with Grace Hopper’s birthday on December 9, 1906. Hopper, known for inventing the first compiler and coining the term “bug” when she removed a moth from her computer, inspired this annual event. CSEdWeek serves as a yearly call to action, aiming […]
Join the MOMENTUM: Now Recruiting for Cohort #2
Are you an instructional or provider partner passionate about advancing STEM education and creating equitable opportunities for youth in northeast Oklahoma? We invite you to join the MOMENTUM movement, a groundbreaking initiative by the Tulsa Regional STEM Alliance (TRSA) and The Opportunity Project (The Opp). Together, we can revolutionize how young individuals experience STEM education. […]
From the Executive Director’s Desk – October
What do you believe all students deserve during their schooling experience? Undoubtedly, ideas like competence (literacy, numeracy, etc.) come to mind. Confidence, joy, expansive experiences, relationships, and so much more easily round out the top five. Opportunity. Inclusion. Support. Understanding. Safety. Now I’m at ten, and I’m only getting started. When I think about what […]
Innovation in the Classroom: Reese Hundley, Siegfried STEM Educator of the Year
In the vast tapestry of education, every teacher is a hero, tirelessly weaving knowledge, inspiration, and hope into the lives of their students. Today, we’re turning the spotlight on one such exceptional educator, Reese Hundley, who has been honored as this year’s STEM Educator of the Year through the prestigious Siegfried Excellence in STEM Education […]
From the Executive Director’s Desk- September
[x_alert heading=”Part 4: The Problem with STEM” type=”warning” close=”true”]This letter is the 4th and final in a series exploring how Tulsa Regional STEM Alliance and our partners ensure that every student, every educator, and every community member knows they belong and are valued members of the STEM community. Over the next few months, we’ll explore […]
From the Executive Director’s Desk – August 2023
[x_alert heading=”Hope without a Plan” type=”warning” close=”true”]This letter is the 3rd in a series exploring how Tulsa Regional STEM Alliance and our partners ensure that every student, every educator, and every community member knows they belong and are valued members of the STEM community. Over the next few months, we’ll explore how our Alliance is […]
All About This Year’s STEMtember Events
Tulsa Regional STEM Alliance (TRSA) is hosting #STEMtember again this year, during the month of September. STEMtember celebrates the importance of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) Education. TRSA is partnering with local businesses, schools, and community organizations to raise STEM awareness, create engaging STEM activities, and highlight the real -world examples of STEM in […]
Me & My Math Mentor Volunteers Needed
Our math mentorship program is looking for volunteers to expand this exciting program to more kids. Volunteers commit to participating weekly in a 30-minute session with 3-4 students. TRSA provides all materials needed and training for volunteers. Sites that need partners: Lindbergh Elementary – Aiming for 10 mentors, after school from 3-4pm. The day of […]
From the Executive Director’s Desk – July 2023
[x_alert heading=”A New Hope for STEM Across Oklahoma” type=”warning” close=”true”]This letter is the 2nd in a series exploring how Tulsa Regional STEM Alliance and our partners ensure that every student, every educator, and every community member knows they belong and are valued members of the STEM community. Over the next few months, we’ll explore how […]