Fifteen leading education, nonprofit, and industry organizations have launched the North Texas STEM+ Ecosystem, a collaborative initiative to expand access to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) education for K–12 learners. The “+” highlights related fields including medicine, data science, environmental science, AI, aerospace, biotechnology, and the arts.
The North Texas STEM+ Ecosystem aims to create cradle-to-career STEM+ pathways, reaching over 625,000 K–12 students and supporting 2,700 educators across urban, suburban, and rural communities.
Empowering Students Through Collaboration
Robyn Brown, CEO of Bold Idea, said, “The Ecosystem opens STEM+ opportunities for all K–12 learners.” Saki Milton of The GEMS Camp emphasized collective action, stating, “Working with community partners empowers the next generation of innovators and problem-solvers.”
Shane Woods, Executive Director of Girlstart, added, “Every student should explore the STEM+ landscape, including field trips, museums, and out-of-school experiences.” Rosalie Wade of Frontiers of Flight Museum noted, “Collaborating educates future stewards and creates better opportunities for youth.”
Koshi Dhingra, Founder of talkSTEM, said, “Formalizing relationships through the North Texas STEM+ Ecosystem accelerates meaningful work and collaboration across the region.” Marjorie Murat, CEO of Dallas Afterschool, highlighted that the initiative equips students with critical thinking and problem-solving skills essential for tomorrow’s workforce.
Founding Members
The initiative includes fifteen founding organizations:
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Bold Idea
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Dallas Afterschool
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Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden
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Dallas Zoo
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DFW Alliance of Technology and Women
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Frontiers of Flight Museum
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Girlstart
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Independence Gardens
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Perot Museum of Nature and Science
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T-Mobile for Education
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talkSTEM
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Texas Woman’s University
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Texas Wildlife Association
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The GEMS Camp
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Trinity River Audubon Center
Global Recognition and Collaboration
The North Texas STEM+ Ecosystem has joined the STEM Learning Ecosystem Community of Practice, a global network of over 100 ecosystems. The initiative will be formally recognized at the annual convening in Washington, D.C. This connects North Texas with international education, nonprofit, and industry leaders. Jenny Frank of TIES praised the initiative, noting its collaborative spirit and transformative impact on STEM education.
Call for Support
The North Texas STEM+ Ecosystem invites nonprofits, schools, corporations, and community organizations to join the movement. Partners can collaborate to design youth-centered STEM+ experiences and build sustainable pathways for future careers.
Learn more and get involved at https://ntxecosystem.org.
