STEM from Scratch shares monthly opportunities to raise awareness of STEM-related engagements for youth. Check out the opportunities for March!
McMaster University I-STEP: Black Youth IMHOTEP STEM Enrichment Program
The IMHOTEP STEM Enrichment Program at McMaster University aims to furnish Black high school students from Hamilton and the Halton region with practical STEM experiences and leadership growth opportunities. The program features an after-school STEM club throughout the winter and a week-long residential program on McMaster’s campus in July.
- Target Audience: Black high school students from Hamilton and Halton
- Program Highlights: Practical STEM experiences, leadership development
- Social Media: Instagram
BEST STEM Program
A part of I-STEP, the BEST STEM Program assists younger students (Grades 5-8) from Black, Indigenous, and LatinX communities. It offers after-school initiatives that pave the way into STEM education and careers. The program is held at McMaster University and three additional locations across Canada.
- Target Audience: Black, Indigenous, and LatinX students in Grades 5-8
- Program Highlights: After-school initiatives, pathways to STEM careers
- Pre-Registration: Necessary for university selection
STEAM Program (Halton Catholic District School Board)
The STEAM Program is a complimentary, pioneering four-year project for high school students in Catholic schools across the Halton area. Its goal is to empower students to take charge of their educational journeys and equip them for the workforce of the future.
- Target Audience: High school students in Catholic schools
- Program Highlights: No cost, long-term involvement
- Offered At: St. Ignatius of Loyola, Notre Dame, St. Francis Xavier
Autism Centre for Kids: STEM Programs
The Autism Centre for Kids provides structured STEM programs specifically designed for children with autism. Programs are categorized by age groups and emphasize hands-on learning, problem-solving, and engineering principles.
- Programs Offered:
- Junior Innovators (Ages 4-6): Introductory scientific concepts with sensory-friendly materials
- Builders Challenge (Ages 6-10): Problem-solving and hand-eye coordination
- Tech Explorers (Ages 9-12): Advanced engineering principles and robotics
- RoboGenius (Ages 12-15): Robotics and software engineering
- Payment Required: Yes (pricing not specified)
- Contact: Autism Centre for Kids
STEAM Design Program: University of Toronto
This program assists Grade 10-11 students from underrepresented backgrounds in health sciences, providing them with a credit course and financial stipend upon completion.
- Target Audience: Black, Indigenous, Filipino, Latin American, and other marginalized students facing socio-economic challenges
- Program Highlights:
- Grade 12 Science University/College Preparation Credit (SNC4M1)
- $1