Bigger than Basketball: Mamba Mentality “The most important thing is to try and inspire people so that they can be great at whatever they want to do.” -Kobe Bryant Kobe Bryant, sometimes known by his nickname Black Mamba, is most commonly recognized for his impact on the National Basketball Association (NBA). This is no surprise…
Paper and pencil in hand, sixth-graders at Columbus Academy sat in the stands marking the made and missed shots by the school’s varsity basketball teams. They were doing so not only as fans but also for a school project constructed by their teacher Katie Castle. Using basketball, Castle teaches her students about percentages in a…
2020 marks the start of a new decade. In January, it is not uncommon for people, companies and society to have New Year’s Resolutions. Whether it is going to the gym more, increased sales, or tackling a larger problem in the community, the new year and, in this case, the new decade creates a clean…
What is hands-on learning? Hands-on learning is also known as 21st century learning and is focused on students learning through doing. This approach allows students to learn with the lesson rather than sitting through a lecture and listening to the curriculum. This interaction with the lesson results in better comprehension and retention of the material…
Happy New Year from all of us at STEM Sports®! As 2019 comes to a close and we enter 2020, we wanted to stop and reflect over the year our company has had. We’re proud to report that our curriculum is being implemented in 46 states out of the 50 United States. Additionally, we have…
Zaharis Elementary, part of the Mesa Public Schools, in Phoenix, Arizona has caught attention because of their progressive approach in preparing their students to excel in their future professions. They have shifted their focus from tests and test results to a more “outside-of-the-box model” that creates lifelong learners who will be able to adapt to…
Happy Holidays from STEM Sports®! Thanksgiving has come and gone, meaning that we are now only a few short weeks away from this month’s holiday season. So with that in mind, we have some suggestions on what to give children and educators in your life… the gift of a fun and effective STEM education! Below…
Thanksgiving is a time to reflect and appreciate friends and family. The time allows people to stop their busy lives and for children to not have school so that families can come together to kick off the start of the holiday season. However, just because this is a break from school, does not mean it…
TIBU is a non-profit organization in Morocco that began in 2010. They focus their efforts on helping Morrocan youth in their current lives and futures using basketball. While promoting and developing the sport of basketball throughout Morocco, TIBU is also pushing students in all aspects of life. With the help of public and private partners,…
Samsung is a South Korean technology company that provides consumers with mobile devices, household appliances and televisions. Beyond providing people with tools to make their daily life simpler, they also offer products that help enhance the educational experience. Much like STEM Sports®, Samsung is focused on 21st century learning and adapting the education system to…
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