Enter MARS Contest
We are all about STEM at Minds in Motion. So, when we saw this challenge and fun contest, we thought we’d share! 👉Schoolars 4 STEM…
Category: STEM SPARKS: Igniting Innovation in STEM Education
Big News: Location of New Children’s Museum
Have you heard? We have been given some wonderful support from the city of Salisbury, as well as the mayor for a location to be…
Become a Sponsor of the Hot Chocolate 5K — Supporting Salisbury’s Future
We are excited to extend a warm invitation for you to join us as a sponsor of the Hot Chocolate 5K Walk/Run, taking place at…
Hot Chocolate 5K in 2026
Registration is now open for our annual Hot Chocolate 5k 2026. What kind of weather will 2026 bring? We’re calling it now: predictably unpredictable! But…
All Aboard the Polar Express
Due to inclement weather and the closing of schools, this event has been canceled. We are sorry that there are no dates for rescheduling in…
Rethinking Assessment: From Compliance to Curiosity
For too long, assessment in STEM has been synonymous with tests, grades, and compliance. But when assessment becomes a tool for curiosity, reflection, and student…
Past the Packaged Lab: Making STEM Authentic with Real-World Data
In many middle school science classrooms, pre-packaged lab kits like those from Lab-Aids serve as a reliable foundation for structured, standards-aligned learning. These kits offer…
STEM on a Shoestring: Big Learning with a Small Budget
Creating engaging STEM experiences doesn’t require expensive equipment or high-tech gadgets. Innovation truly thrives when fueled by creativity and resourcefulness. For educators working in under-resourced…
What Equity in STEM Really Looks Like
When we talk about STEM equity, it’s common to hear terms like “access” and “diversity,” but these words often mask the deeper challenges many students…
From Idea to Impact: Launching STEM SPARKS at Bennett Middle School to Ignite Student Engagement
STEM SPARKS (Students Pursuing Adventures, Research, Knowledge, and Solutions) began as a pilot afterschool initiative for middle schoolers at Bennett Middle School. Its foundation, however,…