What is the First Star National STEAM Academy?
The First Star National STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) Academy is a virtual national learning platform for teens and young adults, led by technology and grounded in social justice. STEAM Academy Participants can learn about STEAM concepts & careers through our Tech Talks, STEAM Labs, and other resources.
STEAM Academy Tech Talks
Join us for our monthly series of interactive Tech Talks led by positive STEAM professionals who are researching, creating, innovating, and contributing to their community.
Wondering what type of lessons our students are learning with the First Star National STEAM Academy? Watch this preview video of our first virtual Tech Talk on Genetics with Dr. Janina Jeff, PhD and check out all of the Tech Talks!


Please Donate Here to Help Us Build the STEAM Academy
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Donate to the First Star National STEAM Academy
The First Star National STEAM Academy aims to increase engagement in STEAM careers with a series of interactive “Tech Talks” led by prominent STEAM professionals, as well as the expansion of technology in driving learning opportunities for teens and young adults. These virtual live talks will be grounded in social justice. It is not lost on us that we are experiencing a renewed focus on civil rights. The talks will be curated to include professionals who have similar life experiences and/or backgrounds. This unique approach will assist with validating and affirming each participants’ experiences and empower each one to reach for the impossible.



Thank You to Our First Star National STEAM Academy Sponsors



Looking for More Information?
Check out our STEAM Academy Supporters page for Donors & Sponsors or our STEAM Academy Advocates page for Educators & Caregivers. If you are interested in more information beyond these webpages, please reach out to our team at: STEAMacademy@firststar.org