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STEAM Scholars

WHAT IS THE STEAM SCHOLAR PROGRAM?

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The Illinois Tenth Congressional District STEAM Scholar Program is an exciting educational opportunity launched by Congressman Brad Schneider in 2018 for high school students in our community. The program aims to connect highly-motivated students interested in science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics with hands-on learning experiences throughout our district.

In the fall, students selected to participate in the STEAM Scholars program will have the opportunity to join Congressman Schneider on visits to four STEAM-related businesses and facilities during the 2023-2024 school year. On these visits, students will have the chance to participate in discussions with local employees, business owners, and educators, and learn more about the STEAM career opportunities in our backyard.

WHO CAN BE A STEAM SCHOLAR?

This program is open to all rising Sophomores and Juniors who live in or attend high schools located within Illinois’s Tenth Congressional District. Due to space constraints, we will only be selecting two applicants per high school for participation in this competitive program.

HOW DO I APPLY?

You will need the following items to apply for the STEAM Scholar Program. The application is below. The deadline to apply is October 15th.

  • Expression of Interest - Why are you interested in the STEAM Scholar program and what do you hope to learn? (max. 250 words) 
  • Essay - What is a challenge facing youth that merits greater public attention? (max. 500 words)
  • Resume - including a list of activities, accomplishments, and awards
  • Letter of Recommendation - from a teacher or a mentor (if your teacher or mentor prefers to send the letter directly to our district office, please have them email the letter to Ari.Botbol@mail.house.gov and/or fax to our district office at 847-793-0677). If your teacher is sending a recommendation directly to Ari– please upload a word document or PDF stating your letter of recommendation will be sent directly to the district office.
  • Signed Parental Authorization Form - parental consent and photo authorization. Please print, have a parent or guardian complete this form, and create a digital copy by scanning a PDF or taking a picture

QUESTIONS ABOUT THE STEAM SCHOLAR PROGRAM?

Please contact Ari Botbol at our Lincolnshire Office at (847) 383-4870 and/or by email Ari.Botbol@mail.house.gov

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