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Education

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Education

A talent pipeline of individuals educated in STEAM fields is critical for the SPID and the region. Workers in these fields are experiencing greater job growth with higher average salaries.

Stats

5,000
Students in the Pinellas County STEM Academy
34
STEM Degree Programs within 5 miles
42%
Graduates from 4-year colleges that stay in the area
86%
District Workers who have exceeded State, Metro, County and City Average Earnings

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Stories about this Pillar

August 5, 2022

Dr. Martin Tadlock, USF St. Petersburg campus, recently completed his time on the Innovation District Board of Directors.

June 30, 2022

Kudos to SOFWOLF for completing another year of their successful summer STEM program.

Image Credits: 
University of South Florida, Seniors in Service, St Pete Science Festival, St Pete Science Festival, Florida Institute of Oceanography