STEM Library Lab was founded in 2016 as a racial equity organization, and stands in solidarity with the civil discourse movements locally and nationally.

Learn more about our commitment to racial equity here.

The Library and Free-Store are Open!

All local teachers are welcome, FREE OF CHARGE, to request materials by emailing librarian@STEMLibraryLab.org or reserving them directly from our Inventory Page.

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WE BELIEVE

Every child should have the opportunity to discover their passion for STEM and pursue a brighter future.

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STEM LIBRARY LAB

Fostering active learning by providing teachers and students with access to equipment and support to drive academic success.

We equip teachers to inspire students.

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STEM Library Lab Impact

In 2019 equipment borrowed from STEM Library Lab served over 21,300 students and saved schools more than $197,000.

Outscoring the Rest of the Network

My experience with the STEM library was fantastic. The library provided me with compasses and trundle wheels that drastically strengthened our lesson on using maps. I wouldn’t have even considered incorporating trundle wheels to the lesson if I hadn’t consulted with the librarians at SLL. – Nick Porras (Lycee Francais)

STEM Library Lab Impact

Teachers who used STEM Library Lab report improved student learning on summative assessments, improved student engagement, and greater enjoyment in teaching.

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We look forward to face-to-face events soon. While COVID-19 is keeping us “safe-at-home”, check out our on-line resources.

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Need some inspiration? Search our Louisiana State Science Standards aligned database of STEM lessons.

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Latest News + Blog

There Is No Race-Neutral Decision in American Education

by Todd Wackerman

In the weeks following the police killing of George Floyd, my colleague, New Orleans educator Nahliah Webber, posed an unconventional idea. She invited us to reflect on something happening in the schools where white children learn, causing them to grow up to become...

New Orleans Teacher Free-Store adjusts in pandemic to continue to provide for teachers in need

by Todd Wackerman

It is a place that gives teachers critical supplies that they would maybe have to purchase themselves. Each year teachers spend hundreds of dollars of their own money providing items for their classrooms. During the coronavirus pandemic, STEM Library Lab had to adapt...

Teaching Teachers to Fish

by Todd Wackerman

I am no longer surprised when an elementary teacher tells me that their school has decided to use science block for community building. Nor am I surprised when a high school teacher announces they want their students to finally do an experiment this quarter. And I am...