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STEM4Real is a nonprof- it professional learning organization that com-
Founded in 2018, STEM- 4Real has served more than 40 schools and districts and approximately 300 teachers. STEM4Real has partnered with schools to help teach- ers create interdisciplinary science lessons aligned with the Next Generation Science Standards, which is the new science standards implement- ed by the state Department of Education.
Another example is from participant Pua Pali, who says, “During the STEM- 4Real institute, the facilita- tors shared the importance of social justice and incorporat- ing culture into lessons and I agree 100%. As a native Ha- waiian educator who teaches in Hawai‘i, it has always been important for me to share mo‘olelo and both modern
STEM4Real receives fund- ing directly through grants and direct contractual part- nerships with schools and districts.
how I can teach my content area to inspire my keiki to honor and better tend to our ‘āina.”
and ancient cultural practices with my students. By incor- porating culture into lessons, many students find personal connections and develop a sense of pride in what they are learning. They are also encouraged to talk with fam- ily members to learn more about their own family histo- ry and cultural background.”
turally responsive practices with every student.
JANUARY 11, 2023
HAWAI‘I ISLAND MIDWEEK 3
Using Aloha, ‘Āina To Teach STEM
By Leena Bakshi, founder and executive director of STEM4Real
bines standards-based con- tent learning and leadership through an equity-focused and justice-centered lens.
Our mission is to help edu- cators create high-quality and culturally responsive instruc- tion in order to truly make STEM education #4Real for every single student.
STEM4Real was created so educators can combine STEM and educational eq- uity in their instruction and leadership practices. We en- courage educators to connect with their students, create culturally responsive learn- ing sequences and cultivate a culture of inclusion in their classrooms.
Leena Bakshi presents at the Hawai‘i Science Teachers Association Conference. PHOTO COURTESY COREY HARKINS
The biggest challenge faced by STEM4Real is shift- ing the mindsets of education leaders and teachers so that they see the benefits of cul-
If you would like to fund educators through our STEM4Real programs, you can give online at stem4real. org/donate.
You can also learn more about STEM4Real by book- ing a call through our web- site, stem4real.org/partner.
Last summer, STEM4Re- al partnered with the Hawaiʻi Online Portal for Education project to host a summer in- stitute for teachers through- out the state. Participants had the chance to connect, create and cultivate inclusive STEM classroom environments that honor Hawaiian heritage.
A 4Real participant and high school math teacher from Kailua High School said, “STEM4Real provided an eye-opening experience on
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