- Day One Tech STE(A)M is a culturally responsive technology education organization that is designed to empower our collective communities that have been traditionally disempowered. We reserve the right to understand STE(A)M as a system of organic ideas our ancestors have cultivated since time and memorial. We provide entry-level technology experience and career education for youth and their families. We provide an education model based on trauma-informed care and cultural construction. We strive to deliver innovative solutions that connect a disconnected community toward a connection that meets people where they are,
- We are embracing an Innovative Educational Philosophy. Our STEM program stands as a pioneering educational initiative, uniquely blending the principles of the engineering design process with an innovative storytelling approach inspired by The Hero's Journey. Our program's heart lies in a deep commitment to imparting STEM knowledge and fostering personal growth, cultural awareness, and responsible technology usage. We aim to empower vulnerable communities, nurturing young minds through a journey transcending traditional education.
- The Engineering Design Process: A Framework for Learning Central to our curriculum is the engineering design process, a dynamic framework that promotes critical thinking and problem-solving skills. This process is a scientific methodology and a metaphor for life's decision-making, guiding students to engage thoughtfully with their world. It helps them understand the interconnectedness of their choices, their impacts, and the importance of considering various cultural perspectives.
- The Hero's Journey: Personal Growth through Narrative. Our program incorporates the essence of the Hero's Journey, transforming each learning session into an episode of a grand narrative. This storytelling approach aligns with the natural human affinity for stories, making the learning experience more relatable and engaging. Each session represents a stage in the character’s journey, paralleling the students' personal growth and development as they navigate the program.
- A Structured Yet Flexible Curriculum: We've meticulously designed an 8-session program, where each session builds upon the last. This template artfully fuses the engineering design process with The Hero's Journey methodology, ensuring each 1 1/2-hour session is a balanced mix of instruction, hands-on activities, and reflective discussion.
- Culturally Responsive: Our educators are educators of color representing our communities. Our programs will be tailored to represent the culture of the greater community and the smaller community within the school or community partner setting. Our goal is to empower our communities and not enable them,
