Unlock the potential of STEM and problem-solving in a way that feels tangibly transformative. The National Inventors Hall of Fame (NIHF) is the premier non-profit organization in America dedicated to recognizing inventors and invention, promoting creativity, and shaping the future of entrepreneurship. Inspired by Inductees of the National Inventors Hall of Fame and in partnership with the United States Patent and Trademark Office, our diverse range of out-of-school, after-school, and in-school programs, including Camp Invention, Club Invention, and Invention Project, immerse students from PreK to 8th grade in dynamic, hands-on STEM experiences that expose them to the no-boundaries thinking of invention education.Personally invested in education as a change-maker and advocate, I take pride in our organization's commitment to elevating curriculum standards and experiences. I have witnessed the program's impact firsthand through my son's transformative week at Camp Invention when he was in second grade, followed by the next 4 summers. He is now a sophomore at the University of Cincinnati and approaches everything he does with an "I Can" attitude. Despite the booming opportunities in STEM careers, a void remains due to a shortage of qualified talent. Our programs address this gap by:★ Fostering the connection between STEM knowledge and career readiness skills.★ Combatting the "summer slide" with engaging, STEM-focused experiences.★ Cultivating children's creativity and innovation prowess.Partnering with over 2,500 schools and districts across 50 states, Washington, DC, and Puerto Rico, we provide more than 392,000 students with an immersive, out-of-school time experience, including more than 262,000 underserved children, and provide job-embedded professional development and invention education experience to more than 18,900 teachers annually. Let's explore how we can collaborate to shape the future of STEM education. Contact me at 330-815-0631 or akellicker@invent.org, or schedule a meeting directly: https://calendly.com/akellicker.
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