What is the state of STEM where you live and work?

U.S. business leaders cannot find the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) talent they need to stay competitive. Students’ lagging performance in K–12 is a critical reason why. The good news is that the nation’s most effective STEM education programs can help turn the tide. We have our work cut out for us. Not enough students, particularly students of color, have access to challenging math and science content that would prepare them for STEM careers. Far too few eighth graders have teachers who majored in math or science. Teachers of low-income and minority students often lack the resources and support they need. Years of hard work have improved K-12 student performance in math and science, but not fast enough.