The STEM BEST® (Businesses Engaging Students and Teachers) Program fosters collaboration between teachers and industry professionals to develop curriculum and projects that prepare students for careers in fields such as manufacturing, information technology, biosciences, finance, and more. Since its inception in 2014, the program has established 121 models that bring together schools and businesses to create meaningful STEM-focused partnerships within communities.
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Iowa Student Travel Guide: What Tour Operators Need to Know in 2026 and Beyond
The Hawkeye State connects K-12 learners with nationally significant stories spanning agriculture, art, innovation, conservation, presidential history, immigration and the Mississippi River
Budget-Smart Field Trips That Still Deliver Big Learning
Rising transportation and admission costs can make field trips increasingly difficult to justify, particularly when schools are reluctant to place additional financial assistance on families.
The Empire State Building Observation Deck Makes a Stronger Case Than Ever for Student Groups
One addition that rarely surfaces in standard ESB dialogue: a dedicated ground-floor performance space for student groups. Choirs, instrumental ensembles and dance groups can perform as part of their visit, and the location is logistically advantageous.
Planning a School Trip Abroad: The Questions That Matter Most
Know the right questions to ask a student tour operator, from international student travel logistics and safety plans to on-tour support
Lake County, Illinois for Student Groups
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