Question 1

Who is Nyla Nova STEMversity®?

Accepted Answer

Nyla Nova STEMversity® is proud to offer STEM programs that provide engaging, interactive STEM curriculum promoting inclusion, cultural awareness, and social-emotional learning skills for students to ensure success in school and beyond!

Question 2

What makes Nyla Nova STEMversity® programs unique?

Accepted Answer

Nyla Nova STEMversity® programs stand out by addressing the lack of interest and awareness in STEM, providing access to differentiated educational programs, and promoting cultural inclusivity. We focus on enhancing problem-solving and critical thinking skills to help students make better decisions in all aspects of life.

Question 3

What do we currently offer?

Accepted Answer

We currently offer after-school programs, camps, Saturday workshops, birthday parties, STEM-based study trips, and tutoring services that guarantee success for our students. We offer both online and in person options

Question 4

What is the background of the faculty of Nyla Nova STEMversity®?

Accepted Answer

Our staff are highly qualified and trained current and former educators, current college students, passed national and local background checks, and are committed to our scholars educational, social and emotional needs.  Our “Professors”  develop and instruct our customized curriculum that specializes in cultural relevance, achievement, and learning gains in Science and Math scores.  Our instructors are called “professors” because we are preparing our Scholars to utilize collegiate terms.

Question 5

Why should I enroll my school, organization or student into Nyla Nova STEMversity®?

Accepted Answer

STEMversity® is rapidly growing and to effectively and efficiently offer our many new services and programs to our current and prospective students we need an increase in our current level of funding.  Our mission is to help students regain information lost during the pandemic and to address their academic gaps in learning.

School districts, organizations and parents  are requesting our interactive, engaging programs to help supplement their current STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) programs to help increase awareness of STEM-based careers, increase test scores, and close learning and preparation gaps.

Question 6

What are the grades that  Nyla Nova STEMversity® currently serve?

Accepted Answer

Nyla Nova STEMversity® currently serves grades Pre-K through 8th grade, but specializes in pre-K through 4th grade. We offer specialized workshops for High Schoolers by request only.

Question 7

What is Nyla Nova STEMversity® After-school Programs?

Accepted Answer

STEMversity® scholars will  in developmentally responsive and culturally relevant, STEM interactive lessons….
STEMversity® Scholars Programs serves K-6th graders
Virtual/In-person Options
Lunch-hour or after-school enrichment 
Interactive, hands-on activities 
4 to 8 weeks 
Over 100 hours of content with exciting topics like coding, app development, gaming, plant science, zoology and more
Showcases STEM careers
Flexible grouping 
1 dedicated, trained STEMversity® Instructor scholars  (certain programs will require 2-3 leaders)

Question 8

What is Nyla Nova STEMversity® Preschool Programs?

Accepted Answer

Nyla Nova® STEM-Power Hour will help develop confidence in STEM by engaging scholars in preschool and kindergarten skills such as dramatic play, reading, sensory play, music, movement, math manipulatives, coding and science experiments. This program key aspects for desired academic success are Communication, Cooperation and Participation and Independence for our youngest learners. 
Virtual/In-person Options
30 to 45 minutes
3-5 year olds 
1-time event, daily or weekly options 
Complete interactive lesson plans are provided with extension activities 
The Award-Winning Book “Who is Nyla Nova?” is included
1 dedicated, trained STEMversity™ Instructor for 10 scholars

Question 9

What are Nyla Nova STEMversity® In-Class Workshops?

Accepted Answer

STEMversity® scholars will participate in developmentally responsive STEM interactive lessons and scientific discoveries that meet their state standards and Next Generation Science Standards while providing a high-level of critical thinking and problem solving experiences! 
Virtual/In-person Options
Complete Interactive lesson plans are provided with extension activities 
STEM Kits with necessary materials to conduct labs and experiments
Complete Teacher Guides and Teacher Training (Faculty required to be present)
1 dedicated, trained STEMversity® Instructor per class
Limited to 1 or 2 hours sessions

Question 10

What are Nyla Nova STEMversity® Special Events?

Accepted Answer

STEMversity® will present full stage shows of the most interactive, exciting and jaw-dropping demonstrations that will have small to large groups mesmerized. 
Virtual/In-person Options
Suitable for any event or group size
All materials included
Cost: Varies on the number of scholars, duration of the sessions, location

Question 11

What are Nyla Nova STEMversity® Birthday Parties?

Accepted Answer

STEMversity® scholars will be mesmerized by an entertaining display of some of the coolest science illusions, discoveries and hands-on activities while celebrating their favorite person’s birthday at our local locations. 
Ages 3-12 years old
All party favors and materials included (decorations are not included) 
45 minutes-2 hours 
Custom activities 
Nyla Nova® will make an appearance for an additional fee

Question 12

What are Nyla Nova STEMventures® ?

Accepted Answer

Nyla Nova STEMventures™is an adventure using STEM skills and tools to explore unknown experiences in hopes of gaining an appreciation for the different STEM fields
STEM-based field trips (virtual/live)
STEM study experiences internationally or locally
Enhanced STEM standards that promote inclusion, cultural awareness and social emotional learning skills outside the classroom

Question 13

What is Nyla Nova’s STEMsation™ Program

Accepted Answer

STEMsation™ Mission:
To educate, empower & equip the ladies of today with the necessary tools to become the STEM leaders of tomorrow.
STEMsations™ will participate in girls and women STEM empowerment events 
Ages 5-14
Girl-focused but (all are welcomed) K-8th graders 
Mentoring by STEM Professionals
Spotlight-STEM Leader “Stemsations” in the industry, other related books or movements
Participate in STEM competitions such as Robotics, Racing, Coding, Apps, and Video Game Development
Receive badges and certificates as they complete various stages
Receive scholarships and school assistance
Nyla Nova’s STEMsations will teach girls valuable skills that will:
Help girls develop healthy relationships with themselves, others and the community
Provide girls with an understanding of the value and importance of STEM education in a global society
Provide girls with intensive problem-based learning and hands-on activities covering relevant topics
Reinforce strong mathematical and scientific ability
Develop the ability to work within a team, communicate with others & pay attention to detail
Provide girls exposure to STEM careers and women in the field
By engaging girls in these STEM interactive workshops, our girls will have significantly higher confidence in their academic abilities and higher academic goals and aspirations.

Question 14

What is the Nyla Nova® Award-Winning Book Series about?

Accepted Answer

The Nyla Nova® Award-Winning Book Series features Nyla Nova, a STEM superhero who solves mysteries using her STEM powers, passed down from her mother, the “STEMsational Queen.” The series aims to encourage girls, especially girls of color, to believe in themselves and develop confidence and skills in STEM fields. We focus on helping young girls of color develop and maintain skills and explore careers in STEM. The series includes an activity book, children’s book, and chapter book, all designed by Nyla herself (at just 6 years old) with her mother’s assistance. These books explore STEM topics in a fun and interactive way suitable for young girls.

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