by Emily Barnes | Mar 26, 2025 | Afterschool in Mississippi, Program Spotlight, Summer Learning
At the Mississippi Statewide Afterschool Network, we believe in the power of out-of-school time (OST) programs to transform lives and empower students. We know that these programs are making a real difference in communities across Mississippi, and we want to help you...
by Emily Barnes | Mar 11, 2025 | Academics & Enrichment, Afterschool in Mississippi, STEM in Afterschool, STEM Resources, Summer Learning
The STEM Next Flight Crew isn’t just a program; it’s a launchpad. Just ask Raina, a 2024 alumna who’s already seeing the impact of her experience. Raina, like many students passionate about STEM, was looking for an opportunity to expand her horizons...
by Emily Barnes | Feb 28, 2025 | Resource Library, STEM in Afterschool, STEM Resources
Want to inspire your students with the power of genomics? STEM Next and Illumina are bringing the “Future is Bright” campaign to afterschool programs nationwide! Through hands-on activities like DNA extraction experiments and career chats with genomics...
by Emily Barnes | Feb 21, 2025 | Afterschool in Mississippi, STEM in Afterschool, STEM Resources, Summer Learning
Career exploration and guidance are essential components of STEM education, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their future endeavors. STEM Next is dedicated to strengthening career awareness and exploration in out-of-school time (OST) settings, equipping...
