Since its inception, the SME Education Foundation has forged partnerships with organizations that have particular interests in workforce development issues. Through partnerships with the organizations listed below, the SME Education Foundation is expanding programs to help prepare students today for highly skilled employment opportunities in the future.

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The Academy of Engineering is a dynamic collaborative between AOE partners, schools, parents, corporations, mentors, local advisory boards, two- and four-year colleges/universities, and community resources. Its mission is to prepare a more diverse group of students to meet national college readiness and national learning standards for engineering education at the college and university level and for engineering-related careers.

Academy of Engineering

     

 

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The Automation Federation is an association of member organizations providing awareness, programs, and services that continually advance the automation profession for the betterment of humanity.

The Automation Federation

     

 

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FIRST Robotics inspires young people to be science and technology leaders, by engaging them in exciting mentor-based programs that build science, engineering and technology skills, that inspire innovation, and that foster well-rounded life capabilities including self-confidence, communication, and leadership.

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The National Action Council for Minorities in Engineering creates opportunities for underrepresented minority youth to receive a strong education in the STEM disciplines, encouraging them to pursue engineering study, providing support for their efforts, and ensuring the successful graduate access to a potentially exciting and rewarding career.

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NCME is devoted to improving the state of manufacturing and engineering technology education nationwide. We serve as a source of materials, support services, and professional development opportunities for educators and industry professionals.

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The National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) is America’s leading Defense Industry association promoting national security. Its members foster the development of the most innovative and superior equipment, training and support for our warfighters and first responders through our divisions, local chapters, affiliated associations and events.

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The mission of the NFPA is to serve as a forum where all fluid power channel partners work together to advance fluid power technology, strengthen our industry, and foster our members’ success.

National Fluid Power Association

     

 

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The National Robotics Challenge contests are open to students in 6th grade through graduate school.  This not only allows your students to continue with robotics as they move on, but it also let's them meet students at the next level that will inspire and encourage them. 

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 Project Lead The Way (PLTW) is the leading provider of rigorous and innovative Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) education curricular programs used in middle and high schools across the U.S.

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 Shop Rat offers afterschool classes for local 6-10th grade students that provides the framework to understand and safely use tools and machinery, gain problem solving skills, and increase 'hands-on' confidence that will enable students to seek out further education in the skilled trade industry.

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The Technology Student Association fosters personal growth, leadership, and opportunities in technology, innovation, design, and engineering. Members apply and integrate science, technology, engineering and mathematics concepts through co-curricular activities, competitive events and related programs.

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Our Vision is to "Rock the Robotics World" by Spearheading a Technology Platform that is Extraordinarily Durable, Infinitely Modifiable and 21st Century Relevant, bringing new Energy and Enthusiasm into Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Education.

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