Shawn Wright

Dr. Tonya Matthews, the new leader of the Detroit science museum, aims to clue kids, especially girls, in to how cool S.T.E.M. careers can be.

Thanks to the Kellogg Foundation's new Detroit-based office, she's able to see her efforts pay off in the city she calls home.

He loves lizards, amphibians and invertebrates and taught families about them at the Great Lakes Zoological Society's World Of Discovery Reptile Zoo.

It wasn't easy being an all-star student in Detroit, but Elizabeth Morales persevered thanks to grit, dedicated parents and a community of supporters. Now, the University of Michigan senior is offering advice for students to follow in her successful steps.

Jim and Vikki Pinard - and their tween son - hope to spark an all-ages-welcome small-stage revival with their new group, Electric Light Theatre.

This artist from Livingston County sets records and makes kids smile with his incredible inventions - from recreations of life-sized superheroes to famous paintings.

LEGOs and robots bring this family together - including their three STEM-minded daughters - at their Oakland County hub for science fun and education.

With swank mid-century flair, this southeast Michigan guy has a cool-cat, down-to-earth style – and two pretty creative young adult kids, too.

With the help of a feathered friend, Alair Bergman of Ortonville, Mich. has overcome autism symptoms, written a book and plans for a bright future.

Whether story telling or coaching young talent, Belleville mom Dallas focuses on fun and family - and hopes to launch a Michigan-based reality TV show.