STEM ISN’T A CURRICULUM…
Becoming a STEM Designated School signals a commitment to innovative, cross-disciplinary learning that makes education more relevant, engaging, and effective. Through hands-on opportunities that encourage curiosity, students learn how to think critically, collaborate, and solve problems with confidence.
Beyond the classroom, STEM designation opens doors. Schools gain access to a statewide network of educators, shared resources, and meaningful partnerships with local businesses and higher education. Teachers feel empowered, students are more engaged, and communities see stronger outcomes.
STEM designation raises the bar for what learning can be — and positions schools as leaders in shaping the future of innovation.
Ohio law provides a defined pathway to earn designation through the Ohio STEM Committee. Schools apply through the Ohio STEM Learning Network (OSLN), with regional hubs like ours offering local guidance and support along the way.
Visit the OSLN website for step-by-step instructions, a detailed rubric, and a robust collection of tools, resources, and videos to support your journey. The process is rigorous, but transformative – and you don’t have to navigate it alone.
NEO STEM Hub and North Point ESC give schools aiming for STEM designation a serious head start. With decades of boots-on-the-ground experience helping school districts innovate and evolve, North Point knows what works and how to turn bold STEM visions into real-world results.
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University Heights
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Cleveland
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