Innovate Tech Charlotte
SUSTAINABILITY AND STEM™
WE BELIEVE ALL TECHNOLOGY SHOULD BE USED FOR GOOD
THAT’S WHY WE TEACH K-12 STUDENTS HOW TO HARNESS TECHNOLOGY FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE. WE CALL THIS OUR SUSTAINABILITY AND STEM™ PROGRAM.
Years Est. for Sustainability And STEM™ Goals (2024 -2034)
Number of communities we promise to impact
Number of students we promise to impact
Sustainability
Leadership
Students
Innovation
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Is Your Child Prepared to Tackle the Future? The Next Big Thing in Education is Here in Charlotte, NC!
Welcome to Innovate Tech Charlotte, The Home of Sustainability And STEM™– where education meets the future, head-on! We’re not just another educational program; we’re a community-driven initiative aimed at preparing the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and innovators in North Carolina. With a keen focus on Leadership, Sustainability, STEM, Education, AI, IoT, Cloud, and we’re here to transform how K-12 and college students engage with the world’s most pressing challenges.
Our Students Have A strong Desire In:
- Hands-On STEM Education: Imagine your child actively engaging in AI technology, where learning is not just theoretical but hands-on. How would it feel to see them excited about education again? Our practical experiences are designed to bring STEM subjects to life in ways that resonate deeply with students’ innate curiosity and creativity.
- Leadership in Sustainability: What if your child could be at the forefront of solving real-world problems? We empower students to become sustainability leaders, ready to make impactful changes for a greener, more sustainable future. The satisfaction of contributing to global solutions can be your child’s reality.
- Career Preparation: In today’s fast-evolving world, being career-ready from an early age is invaluable. Our programs don’t just prepare students for any careers but for high paying in demand roles in STEM fields. The importance of laying a strong foundation for a successful future cannot be overstated, and it starts with us.
- Technology As A Trade®: Looking ahead, technology will transcend its current role to become a fundamental trade, as vital as any skilled craft. Recognizing the boundless potential of youth, our visionary approach introduces technology education early in middle and high school. Students will immerse themselves in hands-on training and earn industry certifications—acknowledging that expertise knows no age limit. Additionally, they will engage in apprenticeships and internships that blend leadership skills and project management training, paving a direct path to their technology careers. Upon entering the workforce, companies will invest in their continuing education, sponsoring college degrees to ensure that young professionals start their careers debt-free. This model not only supports those who aspire to climb the corporate ladder but also empowers budding entrepreneurs. These future leaders can leverage the same educational benefits independently, fostering innovation without traditional corporate constraints. This holistic approach to technological education and career development promises a generation both skilled and financially unburdened, ready to lead the digital age.
Join us on this exciting journey towards a brighter, more sustainable future. With Innovate Tech Charlotte, your child isn’t just learning for today—they’re preparing to lead tomorrow
Vision
To use sustainability and technology to better understand how to take care of our people, planet and our environment while increasing the quality of life for future generations!
Partners
Our Partners
United Way of Greater Charlotte
Services
We help K-12 & College students to become Innovative Leaders in our Sustainability and STEM™ program to find sustainable solutions for their communities!
Sustainability
Using resources that satisfy the current needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. This concept encompasses three main pillars:
Environmental Sustainability: This involves managing resources so that environmental quality and ecosystem integrity are maintained.
Economic Sustainability: This aspect focuses on maintaining economic growth or stability without negatively impacting social, environmental, and cultural aspects.
Social Sustainability: Social sustainability involves maintaining and improving social quality, which includes aspects like social equity, livability, health equity, community resilience, and human rights. It aims to foster communities that support well-being and social cohesion.
STEM
We use STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) to create KITS (includes a box of sensors’ students put together with basic coding) to create Social, Environmental, Economic solutions.
Innovation
Innovation in our courses consist of creating, developing, and implementing new ideas, products, services, and methods that significantly improve upon existing Sustainability issues using our Sustainability And STEM™ Program. Key aspects of our innovation curriculum include:
- Novelty
- Implementation
- Value Creation
- Improvement
- Problem-Solving
- Process Oriented
Students will have to have the desire to be driven, meet changing needs, analyze challenges and have the good moral character and willingness to take risks and embrace change.
Students
We currently serve K-12 and college (ages 18-25) students, in North Carolina.
Leadership
Leadership involves guiding, influencing, and directing individuals or groups towards achieving a common goal or vision. It’s not merely about holding a position of authority, but rather about the ability to inspire and motivate others. Key aspects of leadership include:
- Vision and Goal Setting
- Inspiration and Motivation
- Decision-Making
- Communication Skills
- Emotional Intelligence
- Integrity and Ethics
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Empowerment and Delegation
- Team Building and Conflict Resolution
Leadership styles can vary greatly, from more authoritative to participatory or servant leadership approaches, depending on the context, the leader’s personality, and the needs of the people they are leading. Regardless of the style, successful leadership results in the advancement and well-being of individuals and groups!
