Once upon a time in a faraway land called Maine, where the trees dance in the wind and the ocean sings harmoniously, lived a group of extraordinary kids known as the STEM/STEAM Explorers. This wasn't any ordinary group of kids oh no! They were the superheroes of science, the titans of technology, the enchanters of engineering, the artists of art, and the magicians of mathematics. If we take a magical journey to Maine, you'd see thick forests as green as lime jelly and sparkling lakes crowned with a necklace of sugar-white snow in winter. The salty sea breeze would tickle your nose and the lobsters here, oh the lobsters! They are as red as a clown's nose and as tasty as a witch's brew. But the most magical thing about Maine isn't the landscapes or the lobsters, it's the STEM/STEAM Explorers! These whiz kids are known for their whimsical contraptions and their colorful art masterpieces. They might be munching on blueberries for breakfast, but by mid-afternoon they could be building a robot using a blueberry muffin as the power source! Their creative energy fills the state, making even the trees seem to sway more joyfully. You'd find them in the woods, whispering to the trees and observing the wildlife, all while jotting down notes for their next ecology project. Or in their workshops, where a cacophony of clanging and banging echoes as they engineer the impossible. Their laughter and bright ideas light up Maine like a lighthouse in the dark, guiding the way for other young adventurers toward the exciting world of STEM/STEAM. They are Maine's pride, the state's little geniuses, proving every day that learning and fun can indeed go hand in hand, like a lobster and melted butter!
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Stemtree is a top-tier K-12 enrichment center that has been acknowledged with multiple awards for its outstanding contribution to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) education. The center provides a unique platform for students to delve into exciting subjects such as Science, Coding, Robotics, Electronics, and Math. This exploration is facilitated through interactive, hands-on learning that allows each student to progress at their own pace. At Stemtree, we believe that personalization is key to effective learning. That's why we tailor our approach to suit each learner's unique needs, ensuring they develop a strong foundation in their chosen area of interest. We understand that every child is different and requires a customized learning path to thrive. We're here to guide them on their journey, providing them with the tools and support they need to excel. Moreover, we're passionate about making learning enjoyable for our students. We don't believe education should be a chore. Instead, we work to create an environment that boosts confidence and fosters a love of learning. At Stemtree, we make education fun and exciting, inspiring a lifelong thirst for knowledge in our students.
Abe and Gertrude Krasker's dream of owning a summer camp came true in 1924 when they opened Indian Acres Camp for Boys in Fryeburg, ME. The couple had fallen in love with a property they purchased from Abe's student at Essex College. Two years later, they opened Forest Acres Camp for Girls two miles down the road. When Abe passed away in 1962, his son Richard took over the management of both camps, with his mother teaching him the ropes of camp ownership. He and his wife Sandy fully took over in 1969. In 1998, the camps were purchased by Lisa and Geoff Newman who were determined to keep the tradition the Kraskers had established alive. Between 2005 and 2010, Neal and Julie Waldman co-directed camp with Lisa and Geoff. Now, almost 100 years after its founding, Indian and Forest Acres thrive under the Newman’s leadership with tradition at the heart of what makes the camp so special.