Transcript STEM SUPERNOVA MENTOR - Coastal Carolina Council

Peter Everitt
CCC STEM Coordinator
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STEM stands for Science, Technology,
Engineering, and Mathematics. STEM is part of
an initiative the Boy Scouts of America has
taken on to encourage the natural curiosity of
youth members and their sense of wonder
about these fields through existing programs.
From archery to welding, Scouts can't help but
enjoy the wide range of STEM-related activities.
STEM was not started by BSA, ExxonMobile
started the initiative to encourage youth to
consider careers in science and technologies.
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To support the STEM initiative, the BSA developed the
Nova Awards program so that youth members have fun
and receive recognition for their efforts. It is an extension
of the BSA program activities and the importance we
place on recognition for completing a job well done.
By working with an adult counselor or mentor, the
various modules allow them to explore the basic
principles of STEM and discover how fun and fascinating
STEM can be.
The Supernova awards are offered for those who enjoy a
super challenge. Discover how the Nova Awards program
helps youth be "Prepared. For Life."
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A SuperNOVA Mentor is a person that wants to
help an exceptional scout perform an
exceptional activity in a STEM related area.
The scout youth has committed to spend time
to understand a specific STEM topic and
he/she needs a mentor that can help them
achieve this challenge.
Scientist, engineers, technologist, and
mathematicians are needed to provide
knowledge and experience in these areas.
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The time required is based on the individual
scout and no two are the same.
We have age appropriate requirements so the
demand for cub scouts and venture scouts
are very different - but all are rewarding
experiences.
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The SuperNOVA Mentor must be 21 or older and be subject
matter experts in a STEM (science, technology, engineering,
mathematics) field.
Be registered under the new SuperNOVA Mentor position code
52. Mentors will have background checks and are required to
complete Youth Protection for the appropriate group.
This is a non-unit position and requires no fee.
In addition to the BSA Adult Registration form, mentors must
complete the SuperNOVA Awards Mentor
Information application.
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As a SuperNOVA Mentor, you should meet with the
individual (remember two deep leadership) to review
the requirements of the SuperNOVA award.
The mentor should make sure the scout understand
the requirements and assist the scout in finding the
right resources to be successful. Once the work is
completed, it should be reviewed with the mentor to
ensure it was completed satisfactory.
Many of the requirements require the discussion with
the mentor about what they have learned.
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Once the scout has completed all of the
requirement.
The unit leader and advancement committee
member should be informed to ensure the
records are updated and the proper
recognition is provided.
For SuperNOVA award recipients, the
Scout STEM/Nova Council Coordinator should
also be informed.
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Wolf and Bear Cub Scouts:
Dr. Louis Alvarez Supernova Award
Webelos Scouts:
Dr. Charles H. Townes Supernova Award
Boy Scouts:
Dr. Bernard Harris Supernova Bronze Award
Thomas Edison Supernova Silver Award
Venturers:
Dr. Sally Ride Supernova Bronze Award
Wright Brothers Supernova Silver Award
Dr. Albert Einstein Supernova Gold Award
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Complete any three of the Boy Scout Nova awards. (Note: These may be done at
any time after becoming a Boy Scout.)
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Earn the Scholarship merit badge.
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Earn four of the Supernova approved merit badges from the above list. (Note:
These may be earned at any time after becoming a Boy Scout.)
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Complete TWO Supernova activity topics, one each in two different STEM areas.
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A Supernova activity topic is a two-part, hands-on, high-level activity related to
one of the STEM fields. Part 1 involves research, preparation, set
up,coordination, and/or organization. Part 2 involves analysis and reflection,
culminating in the creation of a report in any one of the available format options.
See the “Supernova Activity Topics” chapter.
Participate in a local, state, or national science fair or mathematics competition
OR in any equally challenging STEM-oriented competition or workshop approved
by your mentor. An example of this would be an X-Prize type competition.
BSA Main STEM Info
◦ www.scouting.org/stem
Coastal Carolina Web Site
◦ www.coastalcarolinabsa.org
 Look for: Activities/STEM/NOVA
Coastal Carolina Facebook Page
◦ https://www.facebook.com/ccc550STEM
Peter Everitt
CCC STEM Coordinator
843-637-1200