
Starting a Chapter
Register your chapter today!
What is a Chapter?
A Stembark chapter is a local team dedicated to bringing STEM opportunities to their community through consistent, long-term efforts. Chapters can host workshops, lead mentorship programs, organize STEM events, collaborate with local schools, and launch outreach initiatives tailored to local needs. Unlike short-term projects, chapters focus on building strong, lasting relationships with volunteers, educators, and community partners to make a sustained impact. Whether at a school or in a wider region, each chapter plays a vital role in advancing Stembark’s mission on the ground.

Benefits of Starting a Chapter
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Advance Stembark’s mission to expand access to STEM education for underserved communities.
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Host impactful events like STEM workshops, speaker panels, mentorship programs, and supply drives.
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Build leadership experience by managing a team and organizing local initiatives.
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Develop key skills in communication, planning, and collaboration.
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Connect with like-minded peers and work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
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Earn community service hours while making a lasting, local impact.
How to Start a Chapter
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For school-based chapters: Get approval from your school administration or club coordinator before submitting your Stembark chapter application.
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Read the Chapter Overview and submit an official application to register your chapter with Stembark.
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Participate in a virtual interview with a member of the Stembark executive team.
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Establish your chapter leadership team, including officer roles such as President, Vice President, Outreach Lead, and Event Coordinator.
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Organize required documentation, including any school-specific forms or budgeting materials (note key deadlines for annual reports and funding requests).
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Set clear goals for your chapter, aligned with Stembark’s mission to increase STEM access and equity.
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Brainstorm and plan events such as STEM workshops, mentorship sessions, speaker panels, or community outreach programs.
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Recruit members, volunteers, and community partners to support and grow your chapter’s impact.


How to Promote Your Chapter
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Design and distribute flyers around your school to raise awareness about your Stembark chapter.
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Ask friends and members to promote your chapter on social media to reach a wider audience.
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Use school communication channels—like newsletters, morning announcements, school websites, or student publications—to spread the word.
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Participate in your school’s club fair or orientation events to introduce your chapter to new students.
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Offer incentives like leadership opportunities, service hours, or exclusive event access to encourage people to join and stay involved.