A Decade of Impact

10th Birthday Recap—Thank YOU!

As STEM Paths Innovation Network (SPIN) celebrates our 10th anniversary, we are proud to reflect on a decade of co-creating joyful, hands-on, and equitable STEM opportunities with students, families, and schools across King County.

Over the past ten years, SPIN has partnered with communities to nurture curiosity, confidence, and belonging in STEM — especially for young people furthest from educational justice. Our region is rich with family-wage STEM jobs, and our mission has never wavered: to ensure every young person has the confidence, resources, and pathways to thrive in this landscape.

Here’s to 10 more years of collective impact!

With gratitude,
Kat and Shana
Co-Executive Directors, SPIN

On October 10, SPIN celebrated 10 years of opening doors to STEM opportunities surrounded by our team, alumni, friends, program partners, sponsors, and long-time supporters. What a night! 

Guests were treated to unforgettable performances from the Dolls & Gents Drill Team and Drumline, live music from The Vinyl JP Experience, creative fun with Seattle Paint Party, and delicious food from Brown Girl Charcuterie.

The evening was more than a celebration — it was a chance to reflect on 10 years of impact and look boldly toward the next decade of STEM equity and innovation. Jon Madamba, Founder and Board Chair, shared a powerful reflection:

“SPIN matters more today than ever before because we don’t just teach STEM. We teach young people to become problem solvers, innovators and leaders who know how to adapt, to keep moving forward no matter way. Let’s celebrate every student who discovered they belong in STEM.  And let’s  look ahead with excitement to breaking more barriers, to mastering new technologies, and to create a future together.”

We have SO many people to thank for making this milestone possible. In particular we extend a special thank you to:

  • Every guest who joined us to celebrate and support the next ten years of expanding STEM opportunities in King County

  • Our SPIN staff and intern team, for their energy, enthusiasm, and dedication to the work

  • The SPIN Turns 10 planning committee, for their dedication to bringing this event to life

  • The SPIN Board of Directors, for their leadership 

And a special thanks to our raffle sponsors who stepped up in support of SPIN: Alaska Airlines, Darkalino’s, Mana Vintners, Mighty-O Donuts, Mioposto, MoPop, National Nordic Museum, Finnriver Farm and Cidery, Tilth Alliance, Seattle Storm, and Seattle Sounders.

We are profoundly grateful to everyone who has been part of this story. Here’s to the next 10 years of building opportunity, equity, and innovation together!

Thank you for the continued support,
The SPIN Team

Lauren CantoComment