STEM
STEM
STEM is an abbreviation for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Students can learn about STEM both inside and outside the classroom at all grade levels (PreK-12). STEM can also incorporate the arts—then it becomes STEAM. History and literacy may also be included.
STEM education engages students in asking questions and solve problems related to the world around them. Using the engineering-design process, students identify problems, design possible solutions, and test and evaluate those solutions. This process, combined with the study of math and science, helps students to find connections that make science, math, and technology relevant to their lives.
STEM can include a variety of courses that combine subjects such as: computer science; robotics; sustainability and green construction; environmental studies; marine science; urban transportation; financial literacy; urban gardening and farming; communications; health and wellness; and so much more.
Educators can find curriculum and instructional materials on We Teach NYC(Open external link).
We also offer:
Drone Education
World Championships - International Soap Box Derby
Environmental Studies Pilots
National Parks Service
Jamaica Bay Rockaway Conservancy
FDNY Robotics Unit
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B-FLY By T-Bank
B-FLY is a District 27 effort to support K–12 students in developing essential financial literacy skills. It offers flexible, developmentally appropriate resources that schools can use to introduce concepts such as saving, budgeting, credit, and investing in meaningful and engaging ways.
🛠️ What’s Available:
We’ve curated a set of free materials to support schoolwide engagement throughout April—and beyond—including:
- A Financial Literacy Month Weekly Themes Guide , aligned to standards and adaptable across grade levels and content areas with a wide range of suggested classroom activities, interactive games, video-based lessons, book recommendations through SORA, and digital tools.
- A K–12 Financial Literacy Crosswalk with Resources, aligned to national and state standards, featuring direct links to free NYC Public Schools materials—organized by grade level and designed to support financial literacy and economic thinking across content areas.
Partnership Opportunities:
- TD Bank WOW! Zone: Free, ready-to-use financial literacy materials for K–12, including lessons, worksheets, and presentations.
- TD Bank Student & Family Workshops + Field Trips: In-person and virtual workshops are available for both students and families. Schools can also schedule field trips to local TD Bank branches to support real-world financial learning. For support or to connect with TD Bank coordinator for a workshop or bank field trip opportunity, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me at MKorobkova@schools.nyc.gov.
STEM Matters NYC
STEM Matters NYC offers a variety of programs during spring break and the summer for students in grades K-12 including one-week camps and multi-week high school programs. If you are interested in animal science or aerospace, marine biology or mechanics, ecology or engineering, and so much more, come discover, investigate, design, and create with us!
The STEM Matters NYC summer application is now closed. Sign up for our mailing list(Open external link) to stay updated on student programs throughout the year. For questions, contact STEMMattersNYC@schools.nyc.gov.