For many South St. Pete parents, the question is no longer simply, “Will my child go to college?” The bigger question is: What path will help my teen build a stable, rewarding future without taking on unnecessary debt or spending years preparing for a career they may not even want? As college costs rise and employers continue looking for skilled workers, vocational training programs and traditional college are both receiving more attention. Construction, cybersecurity, advanc

The countdown is officially on! With the registration window slamming shut on August 13, 2026, there are now only a few days left to secure a spot in St. Petersburg’s most transformative after-school experience. If you have been waiting to enroll your middle or high school student in The Genius Lab, the time to act is right now. With only 50 exclusive spots available for our inaugural cohort at the Enoch Davis Center, applications are rolling in faster than ever. Once these s

At STEM Xposure and The Genius Lab, we believe that every student in St. Petersburg and beyond deserves a front-row seat to the future. Whether it’s building a robot, coding an AI, or learning the foundations of modern construction, our programs are designed to ignite minds and build futures. But we can’t do it alone. The most powerful way to connect a student with a life-changing opportunity is through a trusted voice, yours. This Social Media Advocacy Toolkit is designed to

Are you looking for a way to give your child a head start in the careers of tomorrow? Do you want them to spend their after-school hours building robots, designing sustainable buildings, or mastering the secrets of cybersecurity: all for free? The wait is finally over! The Genius Lab registrations are still open, and we are now recruiting our very first cohort of 50 students. This isn't just another after-school program; it’s a golden opportunity for South St. Pete youth to t

Parents and students of St. Pete, the clock is officially ticking! If you’ve been looking for an opportunity to jumpstart your future, gain real-world skills, and explore the coolest technology on the planet: all without spending a single dime: this is your moment. The registration deadline for The Genius Lab is August 13! We are looking for the next generation of innovators, creators, and builders in South St. Pete. If you are in grades 6-12, the Genius Lab is where your jou

If you’ve ever used GPS, you’ve used Dr. Gladys West’s math. Real talk: Opportunity doesn't wait. It calculates. In the heart of St. Petersburg, a new blueprint for the future is being drawn, and the seats are filling up fast. If you are a parent, an educator, or a student in grades 6-12, this is the assignment you cannot afford to miss. Today’s Industry: Applied STEM & Workforce Innovation GPS enables everything from global logistics to the phone in your pocket. Accuracy her

Have you ever looked at a cool wooden gadget or a custom-engraved piece of jewelry and wondered, "How did they make that?" Better yet, have you ever thought, "I wish I could make that myself"? Well, if you're a student in St. Petersburg aged 10 to 17: or a parent looking for the ultimate hands-on experience for your child: get ready to ignite your creativity. The Genius Lab – Digital Carpentry & Laser Fabrication Academy is officially opening its doors, and it’s about to chan

If you’ve ever crossed a bridge, opened a GPS map, or walked into a high-rise, you’ve stepped into a world designed by women. But here’s the real talk: for a long time, their names weren’t on the blueprints. Today, on International Women in Engineering Day 2026, we’re changing that. The theme is #EngineeringIntelligence, and it’s about more than just smart machines: it’s about the technical skill, leadership, and vision women bring to every sector of the built world. Here’s t

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ST. PETERSBURG, FL – July 1, 2026 – Today marks a tectonic shift in the landscape of South St. Petersburg. STEM Xposure Inc., in a landmark partnership with the City of St. Petersburg and Mayor Kenneth T. Welch, is proud to announce the grand opening of The Genius Lab at the Enoch D. Davis Center. Here’s the move: we aren't just opening a classroom; we are launching a legacy. The Assignment: Redefining Tech in South St. Pete Real talk. For too long, "hi

Earth Day is all about showing love to the one home we all share: Earth. And real talk? Kids can do way more than just celebrate it for one day. At STEM Xposure, we help students turn curiosity into action with hands-on STEM that makes protecting the planet feel possible, fun, and real. Our students already have big ideas. They just need the tools to use them. That’s why we connect mapping, design, and chemistry to simple Earth Day actions kids can actually see in their own n

If you’ve ever used GPS to find a new restaurant, track a workout, or navigate a construction site, you’ve used Dr. Gladys West’s math. Today is March 14th: Pi Day. While the world celebrates the infinite ratio of a circle’s circumference to its diameter, we at STEM Xposure Inc. are celebrating a different kind of mathematical infinity: the legacy of Dr. Gladys West. Real talk: Pi is cool, but Dr. West’s equations are the reason your "blue dot" on Google Maps actually knows w

Here's the real talk: every time you check your GPS to find the fastest route home, you're using technology pioneered by a Black woman mathematician whose name most people have never heard. Dr. Gladys West spent decades at the U.S. Naval Surface Warfare Center programming computers and analyzing satellite data: work that became the foundation for the Global Positioning System we can't live without today. And she's just one of countless women who built the backbone of modern s

Real talk: STEM education isn't what it used to be, and that's a good thing. Gone are the days when science and technology learning meant sitting in rows, watching demonstrations, and hoping the lesson stuck. In 2026, we're witnessing a complete transformation of how young people, especially girls and underserved communities, experience STEM. And honestly? It's about time. If you've been wondering what the future of education looks like, here's the blueprint. Spoiler alert: i

Here's the blueprint: What if a school project didn't end in a grade, but in a real build that changes lives? This winter break, STEM Xposure Inc. is flipping the script on student design challenges with the launch of The Great American Skoolie Challenge 2025, a national competition where students don't just imagine the future of work… they architect it. From December 17–31, 2025, students ages 9–17 will reimagine a retired school bus as a Mobile Workforce Training Unit. And

Hey there, friend. We need to talk. Right now, while you're reading this, there's a girl somewhere sketching building designs in her note book margin. Another one is watching construction crews through her school bus window, wondering what it would be like to operate that crane. And somewhere else, a young woman is walking past a job site, head down, because she's been told a thousand times that "construction isn't for girls." This is exactly why we're launching something bol

Proudly brought to you by STEM Xposure Inc. Here's the truth: your daughter doesn't need to figure out her entire future at 16. But she does need to get her hands dirty with real STEM experiences to discover what makes her come alive. As some one who's watched countless young women find their calling through hands-on exploration, I can tell you that the magic happens when theory meets practice. The gap between "I think I might like engineering" and "I know I want to be a biom

Listen, we need to talk. I've been watching what's happening in STEM education since we all came back from the COVID chaos, and honestly? I'm worried sick. The progress we fought so hard to make with girls in STEM has gone into complete reverse. Remember how proud we felt in 2019 when the gender gap was practically closed? Yeah, well, that's ancient history now. Girls have lost all the ground they gained in math over the past decade, while boys bounced back faster than a rubb

What a year it's been! As I sit here reflecting on everything we accomplished together in 2025, I'm honestly getting a little emotional. When we started STEM Xposure Inc., we dreamed of making real change in how girls and underserved communities access STEM opportunities. This year proved that dreams backed by action create unstoppable momentum. Let me share with you the incredible impact we made together: because every single one of these achievements belongs to our entire c