Delaware STEM in Action!
The Delaware Foundation for Science and Mathematics Education is a business-community-government partnership throughout the State of Delaware. We work with educators and administrators by providing professional development on the best practices and improvements in STEM programs. We support and motivate all Delaware schools to produce a globally competitive workforce with STEM skills second to none. Learn More
Making STEM Dreams Come True
How to motivate all your students to excel and prepare for the future with engaging, STEM-based classroom lessons and activities. Find Out More
STEM: What You Need to Know
STEM is a curriculum-based concept integrating four disciplines — science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Find Out More
At the Cutting Edge of STEM
A key Council objective is to increase STEM literacy for all Delaware students including those who pursue non-STEM-related careers. More About the DE STEM Council
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DFSME’s April’s “Shining Light Award” Honors Lindsey Louisignau, 1st Grade Science & Literacy Educator
Lindsey Louisignau (Ms. Lou) is a first grade teacher at Baltz Elementary. Before teaching 1st grade, Ms. Lou taught kindergarten for 8 years. She teaches in a Title 1 school and her classroom includes students with differing learning styles. Ms. Lou is a science teacher who integrates both science and literacy skills in her lessons, […]
STEM ConnectED Day 2026
STEM ConnectED Day 2026 – September 15, 2026 – Linking Delaware Education & Innovation Statewide Professional Development Day Morning Session (8:30am – 11:30am) • Afternoon Session (12:30pm – 3:30pm) FREE Professional Development Hours, credited by DDOE Calling All Delaware Educators! Discover how STEM comes alive in our community through exclusive, behind-the-scenes tours of local STEM […]
iDEa Conference: July 28, 2026
Save the Date! Innovation in Delaware (iDEa) Conference: Emerging Industries in BlueTech & Photonics July 28, 2026 Wilmington University 4:00pm – 7:00pm Tech Forum and DFSME proudly present the iDEa Conference: Emerging Industries in BlueTech and Photonics, an engaging and accessible introduction to two of the fastest-growing innovation sectors shaping our region. This July, the Innovation in Delaware […]
STEM ConnectED Day 2025
“STEM ConnectED Day” October 10, 2025 DFSME unites Delaware to support classroom teachers who inspire and prepare today’s students for the workforce of tomorrow. An unparalleled Professional Development (PD) opportunity! • Get exclusive access to leading statewide STEM businesses. • Witness innovative practices and cutting-edge technologies in diverse STEM fields. • Collaborate with industry professionals, […]
Nonprofit Spotlight: Delaware Foundation for Science and Mathematics Education (DFSME)
By Colin Heffinger | Originally published in Delaware Business Magazine, May / June 2025 It all starts with a single spark. From that moment a thought erupts, expanding and dispersing like wildfire, until it forges creativity, passion, and a growing hunger for knowledge. Whether working in health research, protecting the environment, or exploring how the […]