STEM Network Annual Meeting 

Aligning STEM Workforce and Education

STEM jobs are not only available to advanced degree earners, but across the whole educational spectrum, from high school graduates to certificate earners to associate’s, bachelor’s, and master’s degree holders. How are we working to make sure students are aware of the STEM employment opportunities at all levels? How are we preparing students across the spectrum to be ready for jobs in STEM? Join leaders from government, industry, and education to discuss the current status of "middle skills" STEM jobs, opportunities and needs of STEM employers, and how to best prepare students for college and career readiness.

AGENDA

• 3:00 p.m.               Networking - Visit Exhibitors - Register
• 3:45 p.m.               Welcome:  Introducing the SE MA STEM Network
• 4:00 p.m.               Panel: Moderated by Lisa Strattan, Publisher, The Herald News and Taunton Daily Gazette. Panelists include: Congressman Joseph Kennedy, "Middle Skills STEM Jobs;" Diane Ferrera, Human Resources Manager & Patrick O'Connell, Chief Operating Officer, AccuRounds, "Employment Opportunities and Education Partnerships;" and Mitchell D. Chester, Commissioner of Elementary and Secondary Education, "New State Standards: Preparing our Graduates for College AND Career Readiness"
• 4:30 p.m.               Round Table Discussions & Report Out
• 5:15 p.m.               Meet Potential Partners - Gather Resources