The Iowa Department of Education’s Governor’s STEM Advisory Council will hold its annual STEM Day at the Iowa State Fair on Sunday, Aug. 20, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Attendees will have the opportunity to experience dozens of hands-on STEM activities with businesses and organizations from across the state on the Grand Concourse.
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“Attending STEM Day at the Iowa State Fair is a highlight of our community outreach events each year,” said Jeff Margrett, FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) regional director for Iowa and Nebraska. “We bring approximately 10 FIRST teams ranging from first grade through high school to share what they've done and show off our program. The teams have always enjoyed the excitement of the fair, the people they meet and the visit from the governor. The Governor’s STEM Advisory Council really does a great job showcasing the amazing programs bringing STEM concepts to life in Iowa.”
“STEM is firmly part of the fabric of Iowa and is at the heart of the Iowa State Fair,” Young said. “Iowans are innovators, inventors, growers and big dreamers. I once dreamed of launching my own company and it took a strong education to do it. I’m on the other side of the equation now and like so many employers across the state, I’m seeking talent to fill our exciting jobs. I appreciate the strong foundation of a STEM-skilled workforce and STEM Day at the Iowa State Fair highlights the many fields of opportunity.”
STEM Day at the Iowa State Fair is sponsored by Alliant Energy, Collins Aerospace, Google and MidAmerican Energy.