Winners Announced For “Educators Pick Best Of STEM® 2024” Awards

PORTLAND, Ore., Sept. 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Catapult X and the Teich Group announce the winners of the Educators Pick Best of STEM® 2024 Awards the only awards program judged by STEM educators. The awards program, operated in partnership with the National Science Teaching Association (NSTA), MCH Strategic Data, and the National Association of Biology Teachers (NABT), spotlights innovative products, technologies, and services that are changing the world of STEM education.

These STEM products were subject to a two-part evaluation process. First, by an expert panel of educator judges , including Dr. Linda Johnson-McClinton, Dr. Rachelle Dené Poth, Dr. Lance Brand, Dr. Jeffrey Crapper, Dr. Omah M. Williams-Duncan, Jamica Craig, and Erin Barr. Once judges selected the finalists, more than 267,000 STEM educators were given the opportunity to evaluate the finalists via survey.

“The 2024 Best of STEM winners were p selected by educators for their innovation, cross-disciplinary approach, and focus on providing students with opportunities to address real-world challenges,” said Daylene Long, CEO of Catapult X and founder of the Best of STEM Awards.“Judges noted that these forward-thinking companies deliver transformative tools that enrich classroom experiences and encourage students to engage thoughtfully with the world around them.”

STEM educators interested in becoming a judge for the Educators Pick Best of STEM® 2024 Awards should contact Teich at .... For more information about the awards program, visit .

About Catapult X
Founded by Daylene Long, Catapult X is a product and market development company that consults with STEM and CTE industry partners-organizations, businesses, and associations-to catapult their brands and products forward using data-informed insights.

Long catapults brand, product, and sales growth through alignment of data and strategy, using progressive research techniques and customer discovery. Long publishes national surveys on STEM education and STEM marketing infographics to guide edtech marketers across the globe. Long is an affiliate member of the Council of State Science Supervisors, a member of NSELA, and a twenty-year member of NSTA. Long connects her clients to administrators, educators, distributors, and media to build strong global partnerships.

About NSTA
The National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) is a vibrant community of 35,000 science educators and professionals committed to best practices in teaching science and its impact on student learning. NSTA offers high-quality science resources and continuous learning so that science educators grow professionally and excel in their careers. For new and experienced teachers alike, the NSTA community offers the opportunity to network with like-minded peers at the national level, connect with mentors and leading researchers, and learn from the best in the field. For more information, visit , or follow NSTA on X , formerly known as Twitter, Facebook , Instagram , YouTube , and LinkedIn .

About NABT
Since being established in 1938, the National Association of Biology Teachers (NABT) has been the recognized "leader in life science education." Thousands of educators have joined NABT to share experiences and expertise with colleagues from around the globe; keep up with trends and developments in the field; and grow professionally. For more information about NABT, please visit .

About MCH Strategic Data
MCH Strategic Data is a first-class leading provider of data and technology solutions in education, religion, healthcare and government. MCH is dedicated to providing superior solutions through its ongoing investment in people, data, and technology. Learn more at or find them on Twitter , Facebook , or LinkedIn .

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