Small businesses breathe life into historic mills in Pawtucket, RI
In 1793, Samuel Slater built the first American water-powered mill in a small Rhode Island town called Pawtucket. Today, Pawtucket is still struggling to… Read More
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Beloved Providence arts org renovates historic rubber mill for new HQ
Providence, Rhode Island is putting historic mills back to work. Last year, after years of planning, WaterFire opened its new headquarters in a previously… Read More
Bay Area revamps public transportation to accommodate influx of commuters
The growing Silicon Valley economy has forced residents to move out of Bay Area in search of cheaper housing. The subsequent increase in commuters has… Read More
Trade jobs or college degrees? This New Jersey high school helps students find the answer
Many students struggle with the decision to enter the skilled trade workforce or pursue a college degree. Career and Technical Education at Camden County Technical… Read More
This California high school is preparing students for careers in computer programming
Students at Canyon High School are responding to a changing landscape of work by seeking out Career Technical Education and career pathways through… Read More
How to make garbage disappear
Something every society needs and no society likes to think about is garbage disposal. At the Greater Lebanon Refuse Authority, Senior Staff Engineer… Read More
Teen swine breeder turns hobby into pig profits
At eight years old, Dakota Grumbine purchased his first Berkshire pig. Seven years later, Dakota now manages a fully-fledged swine breeding and pork… Read More
The Conductor: A musical problem solver
For Band Director Shawn Rydzik, solving problems is like reading notes on sheet paper. When he hears a problem in the mix, he figures out… Read More
Animal rehabilitation at the Chattanooga Zoo
The effect that human activity has on wildlife is a growing problem and a serious responsibility. For animals that have been injured, orphaned, or… Read More
BUILD PODER mentors provide inspiration and representation
When imagining what a career in STEM might look like for them, students must have examples to draw from of people who look… Read More