STEM is a common abbreviation for four closely connected areas of study: science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Early STEM education is hugely important for young kids. Not only do science-related activities appeal to their natural curiosity about how things work, they also help build a foundation for deeper scientific knowledge acquired during middle school, high school, and beyond. Underserved kids have less access to STEM opportunities due to poor quality education. Compared to kids raised in more financially stable homes, these kids end up working lower-paying jobs in yellow-collar sectors, taking away from potential to improve these kids’ circumstances.
