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☃ Welcome, January!

Hello, {{Constituent First Name}}, Please see this month's updates from the Columbia Gorge STEM Hub.

✨In this edition: Journey to the Stars, Partner Resources, Educator–Industry Matchmaking Dashboard, Free Family STEM Nights

STEM Hub News and Updates

⭐Visit our Groups - Connect, collaborate, share resources, & exchange ideas!

👉View this month's featured group posts by clicking each image:

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Educator Recognition

🌟Educator Spotlight - Jorma Henson 🌟

Jorma Henson, CTE Manufacturing Teacher at South Wasco High School, brings engineering thinking into every corner of his classroom. While piloting mini-whiteboards to boost student engagement and check for understanding - using ideas from Craig Barton’s mini-books - Jorma took it a step further by designing and manufacturing custom pen and whiteboard holders for his students.

👉Read More Here

👉 To nominate an educator, contact Nicole - ntolmie@cgesd.k12.or.us

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🌟STEM Champion - GTA STEM Educator of the Year

Danny Cosgrove has been named the 2025 Gorge Technology Alliance STEM Educator of the Year for his leadership at the Columbia Gorge Discovery Center, where he and his team expand STEM awareness through immersive, hands-on learning experiences across the Gorge.

Nominate an industry professional, local company, community organization, or individual who supports youth career exploration to be our next STEM Champion.

👉Learn More

👉To nominate, contact Kate: kwurster@cgesd.k12.or.us

Partner Opportunities

🌟PreK-Elementary: Journey to the Stars - Save the Date!

Journey to the Stars will take place on Saturday, April 18th, 2026.

More information coming soon!

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Partner Resources

💻 Curious about AI in education? Check out our AI Resource Library!

You'll find:

Tools & tips for teachers, students, and families
Lessons, articles, webinars, and research
Guidance on AI ethics, policy, and best practices

👉Explore AI Resources Here

📚K-5: Storybook STEM Lessons

Developed by Columbia Gorge STEM Hub Staff, STEM Storybooks include an engineering lesson paired with a beloved children's storybook!

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📔K-12: STEAM Toolkit from ODE

Access ready-to-use, standards-aligned lesson ideas, equity-focused strategies, program planning supports and real-world STEAM applications. Designed for educators, parents, and community leaders across Oregon.

👉View Flyer

👉Learn More

Career Connected Learning Opportunities

👨‍🎓 New Year. New Connections. Real-World Learning.
Kick off 2026 with career-connected learning through the STEM Hub’s Educator–Industry Matchmaking Dashboard. Explore vetted local partners by grade band and career sector at gorgestem.org/matchmaking and connect directly—or request an introduction from the STEM Hub.

👉Learn More

👩‍💻Oregon Asks' Equitable STEM & CCL Community of Practice

Join a virtual PLC on February 25, 2026, Wed 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM PST

👉Learn More

Scholarships and Student Recognition

📣 Attention Class of 2026: Skilled Trades Scholarship Now Open!

Two $1,500 scholarships for Class of 2026 seniors pursuing skilled trades or career-focused education. Apply by April 10, 2026.

👉Learn More

🏥HS Students interested in Orthopaedic Surgery and Engineering

The Perry Initiative inspires young people to be leaders in Orthopaedic
Surgery and Engineering. High schoolers are invited to apply to participate in this free, one-day event on March 14, 2026 in Lebanon, OR.

👉View Flyer

Youth & Community Opportunities

🔬The Dalles Library Family STEAM Nights

Join The Dalles Library for a monthly Family FUN Night with a STEAM twist! On the second Thursday of each month, enjoy hands-on STEAM activities in the main library—plus a warm, STEAM-inspired drink for everyone.

👉Learn More

🌉The Dalles Library Little Learners Lab

Toddlers and preschoolers are invited to explore, build, and discover through hands-on, play-based STEAM activities. This joyful, sometimes messy program sparks curiosity, creativity, and confidence as young learners experiment with the world around them.

👉Learn More

K-6: Oregon Agriculture Calendar Contest - Submit by May 1, 2026

Oregon students, grades K-6, are invited to submit original artwork about Oregon agriculture for the contest.

👉Learn More

👨‍💻CGCC’s First Bachelor’s Degree Approved

Columbia Gorge Community College has received unanimous board approval for its first-ever bachelor’s degree program. The Bachelor of Applied Science in Education, developed in partnership with a consortium of colleges, is expected to launch as early as Fall 2027 pending final approvals. This program will expand local access to four-year degrees, strengthen the regional teacher pipeline, and reflect CGCC’s commitment to workforce-connected education in the Gorge.

👉Learn More

💻Got a STEM-tastic event coming up? We want to hear about it!

Whether it's robots, rockets, coding, or creative science fun — if it's STEM-related and happening in our community, we’d love to feature it in our newsletter and on our new community events page!

📩 Send us your event info we’ll share it to our new community events page!

👉Submit Events Here

📚Fort Vancouver Regional Library Resources

Inspire your imagination and develop STEM skills with these FREE events!

Columbia Gorge STEM Hub

400 E Scenic Dr #207, The Dalles, OR 97058

Columbia Gorge STEM Hub is a department of Columbia Gorge Education Service District

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