By Monica Sanchez | CEO
In Nuevo León, innovation remains a fundamental pillar for economic and social development, standing out as the leading entity in innovative sectors, followed by Jalisco and Mexico City, according to the 2023 State Competitiveness Index. However, access to STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) educational programs continues to be limited for children in poverty in Nuevo León, Mexico, due to various socio-economic barriers. Despite efforts to promote STEAM education in the state, the lack of resources, adequate infrastructure, and equitable opportunities hinder the participation of children and adolescents from low-income backgrounds in these programs.
To address this inequality, we've incorporated the STEAM methodology into the Club's intervention model, creating a rich and interconnected learning environment. Your support is the engine driving this initiative, preparing children and teenagers to tackle future challenges and seize opportunities, while fostering their creativity, critical thinking, and holistic development.
Technological skills
76% of 6 and 7-year-old girls and boys master the use of the computer and the Paint program.
Digital tools
70% of girls, boys, and adolescents aged 8 to 16 years old use word processing software correctly, improving their academic presentations.
Video game programming
30 girls, boys and adolescents participated in the Video Game Programming Workshop, this program is carried out in alliance with the Virtual Learning Center of the Tecnológico de Monterrey.
STEAM with LEGOs
We provide innovative learning experiences using LEGO pieces to teach mathematical concepts such as geometry, fractions, proportions, and patterns. 80% of the girls and boys who participated increased their math skills
Teaching STEAM through Art
100% of girls aged 6 to 10 know how to work with modeling clay and create sculptures, promoting interest in science through exploration, experimentation, imagination, and creativity.
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