STEM Archives - Scouting magazine

Scouts earn merit badges at STEM’s hidden gem

By Scouting magazine

How an Eagle Scout helped turn an abandoned government facility in North Carolina into a paradise for learning about science.

STEM activities to reinvigorate your Scouts’ focus on science, technology, engineering or math

By Scouting magazine

You don’t have to be a rocket scientist to introduce these STEM activities to your Scouting unit.

Introducing STEM Scouts, the BSA’s newest program

By Aaron Derr

In April, the BSA’s National Executive Board approved a plan to expand STEM Scouts, a new program of the Boy Scouts of America, to 12 additional councils.

Former astronaut shares how to get Scouts hooked on STEM subjects

By Scouting magazine

Dr. Bernard A. Harris Jr. shares why Scouters must get boys interested in science, technology, engineering, and math topics and how the BSA’s new STEM-NOVA Award program can help.

Ideas for teaching STEM-subject merit badges

By Scouting magazine

Take note of this do-it-yourself merit badge clinic that focuses on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics topics.

Continue the conversation with Dr. Bernard A. Harris

By Scouting magazine

Read exclusive “extras” from Scouting magazine’s interview with Dr. Bernard A. Harris, including his take on the future of the space program.