@STEMconnector and Next Steps Institute Town Hall Meeting Speakers (Register for: July 30th, 2013 5:00PM ET)

STEMconnector® and Next Steps Institute Proudly Present:

STEMconnector®/Next Steps Institute Town Hall: Speakers Announcement Promising Practices for Industry Engagement in STEM Schools July 30th, 2013 at 5:00 PM ET STEMconnector® and the Next Steps Institute are pleased to announce the speakers for the next webinar to be held on July 30 at 5:00 PM ET. The discussion will focus on models of corporate engagement in supporting STEM schools. Confirmed speakers include: 1) 3M Foundation - Barbara Kauffman, Manager, Education Giving  2) DuPont Corporation - Phyllis Buchanan, Manager, DuPont Office of Education  3) Fluor - Torrence Robinson, Senior Director Community Affairs and Fluor Foundation  4) InterTech Group - Jonathan Zucker, President  5) Verizon Foundation - Kristin Townsend, National Program Manager, Verizon Innovative Learning Schools REGISTER HERE  As providers of employment for millions, there is a compelling case for increased industry engagement with schools and districts to promote STEM education. Corporations have resources both in terms of human and financial capital that are often sorely needed by schools and districts. Also, employers understand the skills and competencies required to be successful in the workforce better than any group. Finally, employers and their employees have a vested interest in improving outcomes both as parents and community members. Industry investment in STEM education brings both short and long term benefit to both the companies and students.  As corporations increase support for STEM education, innovative models of engagement have emerged. This interactive webcast will offer 5 different and powerful stories of how industry support is transforming how students learn. From supporting teacher training to technology integration to envisioning entirely new school models, these companies are leaders in STEM education and leaders in developing public-private partnerships that are changing the game.  We invite you to join us for a lively discussion!   This event will be webcast via Google+ Hangout.  Login information will be sent following registration.  You can also register by visiting  SAVE THE DATE - This is the second in an exciting new series of Town Hall webinars on the topic of STEM Schools. On August 20th, 2013, we will host the third and final Town Hall in this series, "Field Report: STEM Schools in Action", with perspective from the STEM school supporters, administrators and teachers. Tune in to STEMconnector® and the Next Steps Institute for more information as the Town Hall date approaches.