Inclusive STEM learning is imperative for future of our industry

Education and career counseling for young students has come full circle. For decades, primary schools pushed students to pursue degrees aimed toward stable, 9-to-5 jobs. Carving out a steady career became a benchmark of success for young students, while vocational trade work became a back-up plan.

Flash forward to today and “STEM” (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) is a near ubiquitous part of school curriculum and extra-curricular activities. It’s all part of the effort to get kids excited about jobs and professions we need to fill in order to build the future. It’s no secret we need to develop more STEM talent, and that means doing a better job fostering inclusive learning opportunities.