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Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 9:32 AM

Earlier STEM exposure urged

In today’s fast-changing world, preparing the next generation for success increasingly starts not in high school or even middle school — but in the earliest years of life.

Experts and evidence alike point to early STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) education as a key driver of long-term academic achievement and future career readiness.

While STEM is often associated with older students or technical professions, growing research shows introducing STEM concepts in early childhood — through play, exploration and realworld problem-solving — offers long-lasting benefits.

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