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Future Innovators Start Here
No matter what your child decides to do when they grow up, STEM will play a BIG part in their future. At NYLF Pathways to STEM, aspirational elementary school students enjoy six incredible days* at one of many program locations learning to program robots, training as doctors, and investigating a crime, all while making new friends and building necessary 21st century success skills.
*Five days for commuters/day program attendees
About the National Youth Leadership Forum: Pathways to STEM
Future STEM Leaders
NYLFPathways to STEM is a unique learning experience for bright, forward-thinking elementary school students who will evolve into next generation innovators, engineers, doctors, software developers, and scientists.
Students learn by doing during hands-on simulations and workshops. They also have the opportunity to choose the experience that is best suited for them by selecting either the six-day Residential or the five-day Day program.
Virtually all career fields today require a solid foundation of STEM. That's precisely why these are the fastest growing areas of study, and the reason that STEM professionals are in the highest demand in the United States and throughout the world. Early exposure to these fields can set today's kids on a path to success by giving them the tools needed to make informed decisions about the future.
NYLF Pathways to STEM is a fantastic opportunity for curious and high-aspiring young students to make new friends and enjoy unforgettable adventures while exploring the frontiers of 21st century science and technology.
Featured Curricular Component
Outdoor Medicine Simulation: When Care Is Hours Away
Created by wilderness medicine expert Dr. Paul Auerbach and simulation expert Dr. Rebecca Smith-Coggins, professors in the Department of Emergency Medicine at Stanford University's School of Medicine, this realistic simulation allows students to learn how to control minor, but serious injuries and practice the proper application of medical splints.
| Location | Residential Dates | Day Dates | Tuition |
| Atlanta, GA – Agnes Scott College | June 19-24 | June 26-July 1 | June 20-24 | June 27-July 1 | Res $2,595 Day $2,195 |
| Berkeley, CA – University of California, Berkeley | July 17-22 | July 18-22 | Res $2,595 Day $2,195 |
| Boston, MA – Babson College | June 26-July 1 | June 27-July 1 | Res $2,595 Day $2,195 |
| Bowling Green, OH – Bowling Green State University | June 19-24 | June 26-July 1 | June 20-24 | June 27-July 1 | Res $2,495 Day $2,095 |
| Chicago, IL – Loyola University | July 17-22 | July 24-29 | July 18-22 | July 25-29 | Res $2,595 Day $2,195 |
| Dallas, TX – University of Texas at Dallas | July 9-14 | July 17-22 | July 10-14 | July 18-22 | Res $2,595 Day $2,195 |
| Denver, CO – University of Denver | July 9-14 | July 16-21 | July 10-14 | July 17-21 | Res $2,495 Day $2,095 |
| Houston, TX – University of Houston | June 19-24 | June 26-July 1 | June 20-24 | June 27-July 1 | Res $2,595 Day $2,195 |
| Lakeland, FL – Southeastern University | Coming Soon | Coming Soon | Res $2,495 Day $2,095 |
| Los Angeles, CA – Occidental College | June 19-24 | June 26-July 1 | June 20-24 | June 27-July 1 | Res $2,595 Day $2,195 |
| Memphis, TN – University of Memphis | July 17-22 | July 18-22 | Res $2,495 Day $2,095 |
| Miami, FL – University of Miami | June 26-July 1 | June 27-July 1 | Res $2,495 Day $2,095 |
| Minneapolis, MN – University of Minnesota | July 24-29 | July 25-29 | Res $2,495 Day $2,095 |
| New Orleans, LA – Tulane University | Coming Soon | Coming Soon | Res $2,495 Day $2,095 |
| New York, NY – St. John's University | July 17-22 | July 24-29 | July 18-22 | July 25-29 | Res $2,595 Day $2,195 |
| Philadelphia, PA – Villanova University | June 18-23 | June 19-23 | Res $2,495 Day $2,095 |
| Pittsburgh, PA – La Roche University | June 26-July 1 | June 27-July 1 | Res $2,495 Day $2,095 |
| Seattle, WA – Northwest University | July 9-14 | July 10-14 | Res $2,595 Day $2,195 |
| Spartanburg, SC – Coming Soon | Coming Soon | Coming Soon | Res $2,495 Day $2,095 |
| St. Louis, MO – Washington University in St. Louis | July 9-14 | July 10-14 | Res $2,495 Day $2,095 |
| Trenton, NJ – The College of New Jersey | June 18-23 | June 19-23 | Res $2,595 Day $2,195 |
| Washington, DC – Falls Church Marriott Fairview Park | July 17-22 | July 24-29 | July 18-22 | July 25-29 | Res $2,595 Day $2,195 |
| Winston-Salem, NC – Wake Forest University | July 17-22 | July 24-29 | July 18-22 | July 25-29 | Res $2,495 Day $2,095 |
*Day programs are for students who live within daily commuting distance of the program location, and who do not wish to reside with other students during the program. Residential tuition includes room & board, all meals, simulations, curriculum & materials, and faculty & staff. Day tuition does not include room & board. Please note: We are currently evaluating all aspects of NYLF Pathways to STEM and may make changes to the curriculum, site visits or program location to ensure the program meets the most up-to-date health and safety standards.
Program Highlights VIEW MORE
Engineering Pathway
Working with an mBot robot, students explore the exciting world of engineering and build a foundation in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, and computer programming.
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Medicine Pathway
Role-playing as a medical intern, students will examine the circulatory system and the heart, perform a dissection, and diagnose a patient.
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CSI Pathway
As future crime solvers and forensic detectives, students will apply math and science-based skills and use fun chemistry concepts to unlock clues in an actual case.
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STEM Challenge
Students participate in a week-long challenge that allows them to utilize and expand upon the skills that they learn throughout the day during their STEM Group Meetings and STEM exploration time.
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Tuition
Tuition for NYLF Pathways to STEM covers most of the expenses incurred during the Forum. Tuition DOES NOT cover transportation to and from the program. LEARN MORE
Scholarships
Envision offers a limited number of scholarships to qualified students each year based upon financial need, scholastic leadership, achievements, and other factors. LEARN MORE
Fundraising
Let us show you how other students use fundraising to cover some or all of their tuition costs. Make fundraising part of your personal success story. LEARN MORE
Payment Plan
You may pay in full today or choose to use one of our payment options.
PAYMENT OPTIONS AVAILABLE
NYLF Pathways to STEM FAQs
- Who is the National Youth Leadership Forum Pathways to STEM for?
This summer program is for elementary school students interested in exploring future career possibilities within the exciting fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). NYLF Pathways to STEM is a springboard to investigating career pathways and learning to be a leader at school and in the community.
To attend NYLF Pathways to STEM, students must be in grades 3–5 during the 2021-2022 school year. Most of our students are either nominated by educators or selected through our academic partnerships; however, we do accept a limited number of students through our competitive application process. If you have not been nominated or selected but are interested in taking advantage of the life-changing opportunities that the program provides, we encourage you to submit an application today.
- What is included in tuition?
The tuition for the Residential program at NYLF Pathways to STEM includes all curriculum and instruction, program activities and evening events, overnight housing, program materials, and all breakfasts, lunches, snacks, and dinners during the program.
Tuition for the Day program includes all curriculum and instruction, all program activities, program materials, and all lunches and snacks during the program.
Transportation to and from home and the program location is NOT included in tuition. While attending the program, students will only need money for souvenirs and other incidentals.
- How is safety and security managed at the program?
Student safety and well-being during the program is our highest priority. The program is structured so that students will reside in a safe, controlled environment. They will be closely supervised by professionally trained staff, including advisors who serve as educational facilitators and chaperones, security personnel, a scholar experience team, and program leads.
For over 30 years, Envision has achieved a stellar record of safely and successfully enriching the lives of students, providing them with superb educational experiences and professional supervision. Other Envision safety measures include:
- Maintaining an overall student-to-staff ratio of 8 to 1
- Attendance is taken throughout the program, and students are required to attend all program activities
- Checking rooms nightly and ensuring that students remain in their rooms
- Staff member rooms are interspersed among student rooms on each hallway in residential housing
- A licensed nurse is available on site each day of the program
- Equipping all staff members with two-way communication devices
- Where will the students stay?
Students who choose the Residential program option will reside along with Envision team members at safe and secure locations that include universities and conference centers.
- How many students share a room?
Each room will house one to four students, depending on the housing location. Students will have their own bed. The bathroom is shared and will be communal or suite-style depending on the venue.
- How can parents contact their child while they are attending the program?
Students are permitted to bring a mobile phone to keep in touch with parents, but the mobile device must be turned off during program activities. Students may call home before activities begin in the morning and after they have ended in the evening.
Parents or guardians will have the telephone number to the program's site office, where they can leave their child messages. Additionally, parents and guardians may email the office should they need to relay information to their child.
- Can a student requiring specific accommodations attend?
Yes.Envision by WorldStrides believes in working with families to accommodate student needs and encourages the participation of students who feel prepared to meet the academic, social, physical, and emotional demands of the program environment. We may be able to provide appropriate auxiliary staff and services to assist students as needed if notified in advance. We encourage families, guardians, legal representatives, or educators to contact the Office of Admissionsfor more information and to discuss particular accommodations before applying for enrollment in the program.
- Can special dietary needs be met?
At NYLF Pathways to STEM, we make every effort to meet the dietary needs of all our students, provided the request is submitted prior to the start of the conference. When students complete their Student Information Form, they will have the opportunity to make special dietary requests.
- Is there a pre-program assignment for NYLF Pathways to STEM?
Yes, there is an assignment to be completed before arriving to the program. Completing the assignment allows students to participate in the exchange of ideas while attending the program. Students should bring their completed assignments on the first day!
Enrolled students can access the assignment details through their personalized webpage at www.MyEnvisionExperience.com.
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Source: https://www.envisionexperience.com/explore-our-programs/national-youth-leadership-forum-pathways-to-stem
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