STEM schools in urban settings aren’t common. But in 2009, a STEM-based middle school opened in North Minneapolis – Richard Allen Math & Science Academy (RAMSA). North Minneapolis has seen its fair share of challenges, so this kind of venture is especially encouraging for the neighborhood. According to a recent Star Tribune article about the school, “Science, technology, engineering, and math education is important to the future competitiveness and economic prosperity of Minnesota and the United States according to most educators.” Read more about this Minnesotan organization that is trying to wire kids for 2020 in the full article.
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