WASHINGTON STEM, AT A GLANCEJUNE 2012

STEM IS A GAME-CHANGER:FOR OUR STUDENTS AND OUR STATE.STEM = opportunity. From Puget Sound to Yakima valley, Washington’s economy is rooted in STEM. The creativity and critical thinking skills that come with a foundation in STEM are in high demand, for all kinds of jobs across our state. It’s simple: in the 21st century, STEM opens doors. We must ensure that every student in Washington gets the STEM education they need to succeed.

We’re facing a STEM shortage. In the past ten years, STEM jobs have grown three times faster than non-STEM jobs. Yet too few of our students see STEM’s power or possibilities. When we invest in STEM education, we’re investing in our future — seizing STEM’s potential for our kids, our communities, and our state.

It’s time to shift STEM into high gear. Right now, we have an unprecedented window of opportunity to reimagine STEM education. We need to bring STEM to life in new ways to inspire and engage the next generation. It will take swift action, innovative thinking, and unprecedented partnerships. But together, we can change the game.

WE’RE WALKING THE TALK.AND GETTING RESULTS, STATEWIDE.Washington STEM has a unique investment strategy to advance STEM education. We are accelerating success for students of every age across the state, improving opportunities for those most underserved and underrepresented in STEM fields. We won’t rest until every student in Washington is prepared to succeed in our STEM-driven economy.

$100,000,000 in 10Our goal is to reimagine and revitalize STEM education across Washington by investing $100 million in 10 years through grants supported by technical assistance and evaluation to spread innovations statewide.

WASHINGTON STEM, AT A GLANCEJUNE 2012

Our Leadership Team is putting STEM in action — in Washington, and beyond.

Patrick D’Amelio, Chief Executive OfficerSandi Everlove, Chief Learning OfficerCindy Gustafson, Chief Financial OfficerCaroline King, Chief Operating OfficerCarolyn Landel, Chief Program OfficerRuby Smith Love, Chief Development Officer

Launched in March 2011 with support from the business, education, and philanthropic communities, Washington STEM is advancing a shared vision of excellence, equity, and innovation in STEM education. We will be successful when all students in Washington are STEM-literate, prepared for and succeed in postsecondary STEM pathways, and obtain family wage-earning jobs.

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Our Board of Directors champions the Washington STEM movement.

Members as of Fall 2012

Dean AllenBoard PresidentMcKinstryCEO

Brad SmithBoard Vice PresidentMicrosoftGeneral Counsel + Executive VP

Dr. Mary Alice HeuschelBoard SecretaryRenton School District Superintendent

Dr. Elson FloydBoard TreasurerWashington State University President

Dr. Elaine BerazaYakima Public Schools Superintendent

Michael DelaneyThe Boeing CompanyVP, Engineering, Commercial Airplanes

Barbara HulitFluke CorporationPresident

Bill LewisLease Crutcher LewisPresident + CEO

Dr. Gary LivingstonCommunity Colleges of Spokane Retired Chancellor

Norman B. RiceThe Seattle Foundation

WASHINGTON STEM, AT A GLANCEJUNE 2012

President + CEO