NorCal Science & Technology Festival

NorCal Science & Technology Festival

Project Theme: Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math (STEAM) access
Years in Existence: 10
Target Audience and Location: Students within the Lodi Unified School District in Lodi, CA.
Mission: To stimulate student/educator and community engagement in STEAMS by encouraging sustainability and celebrating the fun in science, technology, engineering, arts and math.

Project Description: Founding Bezos Scholar Julie Fukunaga and educatorScholar Sandi Starr were driven by their passion for STEM, leading them to create their project focused on expanding STEAM opportunities for students. Headed into its 10th year, the NorCal Science and Technology Festival aims to boost students’ confidence by hosting a festival and inviting scientists, STEAM practitioners and college students to offer engaging and interactive activities. This year’s student leader, Taylor Smith, is proud of “our fundraising efforts and ability to obtain funding from partnerships and sponsorships that also believe in giving students access to STEAM opportunities.”