Business Leaders

The future of Rhode Island's economy lies with our children. Leaders of Rhode Island’s gowth companies know that educating students today in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math is essential to our collective success tomorrow.

Through this STEM portal you can learn more about how Rhode Island’s PK-16 education system is responding to the dual challenge of preparing both an informed 21st century citizenry and a globally competitive workforce. You can also learn about the unique contributions of Rhode Island businesses, employers and industry associations to excite students about STEM post-secondary education and careers.

To get started, click on the About STEM tab from the Home page. There you can learn more about national trends in STEM education and workforce development and how Rhode Island is responding to this challenge locally. Your employees may also be interested in STEM activities for their children or may be interested in supporting STEM activities as part of your company's community outreach initiative. Let us know if you have a company sponsored STEM event that we can help to publicize.

The Monthly Spotlight on the Home page provides a vehicle to feature STEM professionals who are making important social and economic contributions through their work. Students are eager for authentic examples of how STEM classroom curriculum relates to their lives. If you have someone to spotlight, email us through the Contact link at the bottom of this page.