Education

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Education

A talent pipeline of individuals educated in STEAM fields is critical for the SPID and the region. Workers in these fields are experiencing greater job growth with higher average salaries.

Stats

5,000
Students in the Pinellas County STEM Academy
34
STEM Degree Programs within 5 miles
42%
Graduates from 4-year colleges that stay in the area
86%
District Workers who have exceeded State, Metro, County and City Average Earnings

Related Initiatives

Digital Inclusion

Bridging the digital inclusion gap

St. Pete Science Festival

Advocating for youth interest in STEM related fields

Youth STEAM

Addressing STEAM career exploration and learning opportunities for youth

Ocean Team

Facilitating collaborations of government, education and private industry around the ocean

Partners

Stories about this Pillar

Summer Camps at the Hub
June 30, 2022

Kudos to SOFWOLF for completing another year of their successful summer STEM program.

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Image Credits: 
University of South Florida, Seniors in Service, St Pete Science Festival, St Pete Science Festival, Florida Institute of Oceanography