Meet Alexis | Self-eSTEM Impact Story

When Alexis walked into her first Self-eSTEM program in 2019, at just ten years old, she wasn’t just looking for a place to explore STEM; she was searching for connection, challenge, and a space where her curiosity could thrive. What she found was a community that encouraged her to think big, try boldly, and believe in her potential.

Over the past five years, Alexis has returned year after year ready to learn, build, and grow! She credits the experience with helping her discover what she loves most: collaborative learning, problem-solving, and applying her skills in real-world ways.“In Self-eSTEM, I’ve made friends, improved my skills, and formed meaningful connections. I love science, robotics, and applying my math skills.”

From robotics to hands-on engineering to coding, every project pushed her closer to the leader she is becoming today. The structure, encouragement, and opportunities helped Alexis build confidence in her abilities and more importantly, helped her see herself as someone who belongs in STEM spaces.

“Self-eSTEM has allowed me to grow and excel in STEM. Every year I get the opportunity to explore and learn new things. The things I’ve learned I apply to my daily routine and opportunities.”

Alexis isn’t just gaining technical knowledge she’s developing resilience, leadership, and self-belief. She continues to return because she knows her journey is still unfolding. She’s still learning, still building, still dreaming; and with every workshop, every project, and every supportive mentor, her future in STEM becomes not just possible but inevitable.

Alexis represents exactly why Self-eSTEM exists: to equip girls from underrepresented communities with the tools, confidence, and network to lead and innovate. Her growth is a testament to what happens when access meets opportunity and when a young girl is told, “You belong here.”

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