2024 Waccamaw Siouan STEM Day
Happening on the shores of East Columbus Jr./Sr. High School on September 7th, 2023 from 8:30AM to 4PM. Register to attend the event, participate in the essay competition and volunteer in the links below. We are welcoming 120 Tribal Youth from across Indian Country to this first of its kind event ECJSHS in Lake Waccamaw, NC. We are honoring our Elders with our Elder Lounge, a Virtual Tour around the world, Cyber Hygiene Workshop and a stop rocket exploration. The entire family is invited to attend. Registration is closed.
STEM Day Event
Workshops include science, medicine, robotics, wetlands animals, plant life, drones, kayaking and many more. You will receive STEM Kits at closing ceremonies of the event.
We heard you and this year we have added an Elder track to STEM education. We will be teaching how not to get hacked on Facebook and taking you on a trip around the world using virtual reality. We will also take you on a tour of Lake Waccamaw. We hope you enjoy the event.
Event has moved to East Columbus Jr. Sr. High School.
The " Big Idea" Competition 2024
All Native American Youth up to 18 years old, registered and attending STEM Day on September 7th at Lake Waccamaw State Park
Haven't you had a great idea before? Something you would like to see or a problem fixed? Submit your “Big Idea” into the link below, showing us why your big idea means so much to you.
We will work one-on-one with you to grow you idea and help fund your idea with $500. We come along with our partners to help grow and elevate your “Big Idea” so don’t think small, think big. This is just the beginning.
Our team of partners will review each “Big Idea” and choose the two with the most passion.