How do you turn educators into trailblazers for STEM education? In NYC’s Districts 19 and 28, the answer lay in rethinking leadership. With a bold initiative to empower teachers as STEM champions, these districts set out to reshape learning—one school at a time. The result? A shift from isolated efforts to a thriving culture of innovation. Discover how strategic leadership is transforming classrooms and paving the way for the next generation of problem-solvers.
New York City’s Districts 19 and 28 recognized the growing need for strong leadership to drive the integration of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education across their schools. To address this, the districts partnered with 21stCenturyEd to develop a comprehensive professional development program aimed at equipping educators to take on STEM leadership roles.
In collaboration with 21stCenturyEd, Districts 19 and 28 implemented the following strategies:
The early stages of the program yielded promising outcomes:
The partnership between NYC Districts 19 and 28 and 21stCenturyEd underscores the critical role of leadership in advancing STEM education. By appointing dedicated STEM/STEAM leads and investing in their professional development, the districts laid the groundwork for sustainable, innovative STEM integration. This initiative highlights the importance of empowering educators as leaders to create meaningful and lasting changes in educational practices.
At 21stCenturyEd, our mission is to provide all students access to a comprehensive STEM education early, often, and everywhere.
