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Learn About Nova - S.T.E.M. based awards
- National Nova Program – Familiarize yourself with the BSA NOVA program and find all the newest updates.
- STEM STAR Patch - New to GSLAC Scouts. Earn this patch by going down the STEM trail while earning other core BSA advancements. Can you be a star in STEM, absolutely. The application is now available - apply HERE! Thanks to Daugherty Business Solutions as our patch sponsor!
- Nova Unit Guides – Need some help bringing STEM to your Unit? The National STEM Committee developed STEM Unit Guides for Cub Scouts and for Scouts BSA.
- STEM merch can be found at Gateway Traders.
Nova Helpful Links
STEM Explorations
Introducing STEM Explorations: an exciting new awards program designed for scouts eager to delve into the world of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Our catalog is expanding rapidly, featuring thrilling adventures like our Drone STEM Exploration, with many more innovative experiences on the horizon. Join us as we embark on a journey of discovery and curiosity, empowering scouts to explore the limitless possibilities of STEM!
Learn more about the Drone Exploration here!
Volunteer Opportunities
- Unit STEM Coordinator
- Take the lead on bringing STEM to your Unit by becoming knowledgeable about the NOVA program and STEM opportunities. Download here.
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- Take the lead on bringing STEM to your Unit by becoming knowledgeable about the NOVA program and STEM opportunities. Download here.
- NOVA Counselor
- Train to become a NOVA Counselor, and help your Scouts earn their NOVA awards (STEM expertise not required!). Use an adult application with position code 58 to register. Learn more here.
- Supernova Mentor
- Train to become a Supernova Mentor, and help area Scouts earn our most prestigious STEM awards (STEM expertise preferred). Use an adult application with position code 52 and a Supernova Mentor application to register.**
- Council STEM Committee
- Join our committee of Scouters who are passionate about STEM, and help us plan & implement STEM Universities, STEM Camps, the Einstein Recognition Dinner, and other fun events. Contact Logan to join!
Name | Title |
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Karen Vangyia | STEM Chair |
Doug Stewart | Venturing Initiatives Chair |
Sophia Bright | Scouts BSA Initiatives Chair |
Vacant | Finance Chair |
Kevin Tucker | Cub Scout Initiatives Chair |
Ron Colletti | Training Chair |
Michele Elkins | Outreach Chair |
Sherry Watson | Marketing Chair |
Lisa Balbes | Committee Vice Chair |
Kevin McMeel | Committee Lab Chair |
Steve Masaki | Committee Vice Chair |
Eric Voss | Committee Vice Chair |
- District STEM Chairs
- Help us promote the STEM Nova program in your District. Provide guidance to Nova Counselors/Supernova Mentors and promote STEM events.
Name | District |
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Sophia Bright | Boone Trails |
Alan Kreppert | North Star |
Wesley Calvert | Egyptian |
Michele Wissmann | Osage |
Frank Masterson | Cherokee |
Vacant | Ozark Trailblazers |
Paul Winter | Keystone |
Steve Masaki | Pathfinder |
Jerry Fix | Gravois Trail |
Melissa Trost | River Trails |
Vacant | Big Muddy |
Kevin McMeel | Shawnee |
Lisa Balbes and Theresa Colletti | New Horizons |
Vacant | Piasa Bird |
Cassie Clark | Black Gold |
Kevin Tucker | Cahokia Mounds |
Christie Brace | Kaskaskia |
Doug Stewart | Soaring Eagle |
Vacant | Illini |
Amy Kopf | Sioux |