Future Builders: Inspiring Tomorrow's Innovators
Empowering the Future through STEM Education!
At VALC, we believe in giving back to the community by inspiring the next generation of innovators. Our founder, Valerie Crafton, recognized that the children of today hold the key to solving the challenges of tomorrow. Driven by a desire to address the unconscious biases surrounding STEM careers, Valerie authored the book "That Construction Worker is My Mom."
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This book was created as a tool to engage with young minds in schools, breaking down stereotypes and showing children that anyone, regardless of background or gender, can pursue a career in STEM. Valerie shares her personal journey and encourages students to challenge societal norms, to dream big, and to follow their passions in fields like construction, engineering, and technology.
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By reading this book to both boys and girls, Valerie aims to provide exposure to underrepresented careers in STEM, emphasizing that these opportunities are open to all. Through these efforts, we hope to inspire young people to ignore limitations imposed by society and pursue the careers they envision for themselves.
The Book: That Construction Worker is my MOM!
Where can I buy the Book?
This book can be purchased through Barnes & Noble at the following link: That Construction Worker is my MOM! by Valerie Crafton, Hardcover | Barnes & Noble® (barnesandnoble.com)
Where do all the proceeds go?
All proceeds are used to purchase books that are donated to schools and children.
How can we schedule a speaking engagement or school visit with VALC?
We would be delighted to arrange a speaking engagement or school visit! To schedule an event, please reach out to us through our contact form or email us directly at admin@valconsultants.com. We’ll work with you to coordinate the details and ensure that our visit is tailored to inspire and engage your audience, whether it’s in a classroom, at a school assembly, or during a community event. We look forward to connecting with you and making a positive impact on the future leaders in STEM.
How can you get involved?
We welcome sponsorships and offer media coverage to showcase your support. Additionally, when you choose VALC as your consulting partner, you’re also contributing to our mission, helping to shape the future of STEM careers. Contact us directly at admin@valconsultants and our support staff will send you more information on how you can sponsor or get involved with our mission.
The Book and Outreach - the Future is NOW!
At VALC, we believe in giving back to our community in meaningful ways. Our commitment to empowering the next generation through STEM education is embodied in our founder’s children’s book, "That Construction Worker is My Mom." This inspiring story challenges stereotypes and opens young minds to the possibilities within STEM careers, showing that anyone can achieve greatness in these fields.
But our mission doesn’t stop there. We also give back by volunteering with Habitat for Humanity, where we actively contribute to building homes and communities. This hands-on involvement reflects our dedication to creating a better future, one project at a time. Through both storytelling and service, we are committed to making a lasting impact on the world around us.
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