Nebraska schools are in the early stages of data science education, with only seven schools offering lessons or full programs, a report from Data Science 4 Everyone shows. The report highlights the importance of expanding data science education, especially as artificial intelligence grows, and suggests integrating data science into existing subjects such as math and science because of budget constraints.

Wildcat Manufacturing, a student-run business at Oak Ridge High School in Tennessee, is participating in a multi-year project that will create eight life-size statues of people of historical importance to the city. The student entrepreneurs will use pictures, 3D techniques, AI and other advanced manufacturing methods to create the first statue, which will honor Kenneth Nichols, who oversaw operations of the Manhattan Project in Oak Ridge.

Patrice Wade, a teacher at Guilford Preparatory Academy in Greensboro, N.C., writes about transforming the school's technology lab into a place where middle-school students thrive. With the support of the school board, Wade says she launched the free Summer STEM and Career Accelerator Program to introduce students to STEM careers, build skills and confidence and foster social-emotional learning.

Hello Sunshine, a media company founded by Reese Witherspoon, and Lyda Hill Philanthropies' If/Then Initiative collaborated on Sunniefest, an event in Dallas aiming to inspire Generation Z girls to pursue STEM careers. The event included hands-on activities such as coding and fragrance science, and presentations from guest speakers including actors Kiernan Shipka and Raegan Revord.

The University of Michigan is investing $250 million over five years to establish a biomedical innovation institute focused on biological AI, clinical trials and commercialization. The initiative aims to recruit global scientists and accelerate the translation of research into patient care, Interim President Domenico Grasso says.

Lockheed Martin is investing in STEM education to build a pipeline of technical talent, working with Fort Worth, Texas, officials and partnering with nonprofits such as Project Lead The Way and FIRST Robotics. The company also supports the Tarrant To & Through Partnership to help students in Tarrant County, Texas, obtain postsecondary credentials.