STEM NOLA Volunteers,
WE NEED YOU!
On Saturday, September 12, 2026, we are hosting our Inaugural Jefferson Parish STEM FEST Participants will engage with interactive STEM stations and other hands-on demonstrations.
These events only work when caring hands show up to guide them. We're calling on our professional volunteers and college volunteers to help us staff the event and pour into the young minds of Jefferson Parish and surrounding areas.
No experience required — just energy, heart, and a willingness to inspire the next generation of innovators.
Join us by completing the volunteer registration form using this link: register here or use the QR code on the flyer. Then call three friends and invite them to stand alongside you. The more hands, the greater the joy. Every volunteer, every extra set of hands multiplies what we can do for these students. Come be part of it!
Location:
Alario Center
2000 Segnette Blvd, Westwego, LA 70094
*KNOW BEFORE YOU GO*
We are excited to have you support our upcoming event!
STEM Fests are community-based events centered around Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. Each volunteer will be assigned to a station (i.e. Heart and Lungs, Cars, Rocket, Circuits, etc.) that includes an activity card with instructions and highlights of the science behind the activity. Click here to see what to expect at our upcoming event: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oMMbICa5XbU
ATTIRE: Company polo, STEM NOLA/STEM Global Action volunteer t-shirt, college/university or sorority/fraternity paraphernalia and pants or jeans.
PARKING: Please do not park in the parking lot as it is reserved for participants. Please utilize street parking near the facility.
CHECK IN: 7:30 AM - Volunteer arrival and check-in is held between 7:30am – 8:00am only. Expect to sign in, collect a name tag and enjoy a light, complimentary breakfast.
GROUP TRAINING: 8:00 AM (SHARP) - Volunteer training begins promptly at 8:00am. Led by a program leader, volunteers will be educated about who we are, what we do, and event expectations.
STATION REVIEW: 8:30 AM - During this time volunteers will remain positioned at their station to continue getting familiar with their activity. Instructional cards and the STEM NOLA/ STEM Global Action staff will be ready to help!
PROGRAM INTRODUCTION: 9:00 AM - Dr. Mackie or another member of our executive team will kick off the program with opening remarks before releasing the attendees to explore.
PROGRAMING BEGINS: 9:15 AM - Students are released to learn and explore. Volunteers are encouraged to get students excited and engaged in the event activities.
BREAKDOWN & CLEAN UP: 12:00 PM - At the end of the program, each volunteer is responsible for packing up their own individual station. All materials will simply go in the tote that is stored underneath the table.
CHECK OUT: 1:00 PM - Please sign out, complete the volunteer survey and enjoy complimentary lunch.
COLLEGE STUDENT VOLUNTEER INFORMATION
· You must be a current undergraduate student to receive event stipend
· You must register BEFORE the registration deadline (8hrs prior to event)
· You must complete check-in before 8:00am
· You must remain at your assign station until12:00pm
· You must assist in event breakdown and clean up
· You must complete the volunteer survey and check out with the On-site POC
OTHER IMPORTANT NOTES
1. Volunteers are highly encouraged to bring their children to partake in the festivities. Please make this indication in the comments box on the volunteer registration page. Children will also need to be registered separately at www.stemnola.com.
2. Volunteers must be prepare to stay the entire event.
3. For the safety of everyone in attendance, name badges must be worn and visible.
Thank you for volunteering!
STEM NOLA Volunteer Team
*If you are no longer available to volunteer, please deregister as soon as possible: Volunteer Website*
