The Film It! Challenge

Write, shoot, and edit your own movie

About Us

EvanSTEM

EvanSTEM is a public-private partnership project housed within District 65 with the goal of creating an Evanston ecosystem of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) educators, program providers, industry leaders and professionals to increase underrepresented student success in STEM programs, courses, and ultimately careers.

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The Film It! Challenge Staff

The Film It! Challenge is supported by staff from the Evanston Public Library, Family Focus, and EvanSTEM. Meet the staff both behind and in front of the webcams that make this challenge this possible. Please contact us with any questions you have about the challenge.

Kennedy J.

Teen Engagement Coordinator

You can find Kennedy working the Loft desk, doing programs at D65 schools, or working on creative maker programs. They love watching movies, writing about movies and even making movies of their own! Art and science (yes, even filmmaking) are all about creative problem solving and they are great ways to meet new people and express yourself all at the same time.

    Bobby S.

    Innovation & Digital Learning Tech Assistant

    Hey there my name is Bobby. I’m a Chicago native, born and raised! My professional background is in Video Editing, Animation, and Production. I got my bachelor’s degree in Animation from DePaul University in 2015. I have a lot of hobbies, and it’s hard to find time for all of them! I’m a bit of a computer enthusiast, so I try my best to keep up to date with what’s out there. If you ever need help picking out a new computer or learning to build an arcade game, feel free to ask!

      Elacsha M.

      Innovation & Digital Learning Manager

      I have always had a passion for science since I was a kid (kind of like Ada Twist the Scientist and Iggy Peck the Architect). I love conducting experiments and inventing things. I enjoy working with my hands, problem solving and not knowing what the outcome will be! Science will always be cool. 

        Heather L.

        Innovation & Digital Learning Library Assistant

        You can often find me at the library Tech Desk helping patrons learn new digital skills and troubleshooting tech difficulties. As a writer and performance artist myself I often use play as a way to tap into my creativity and I enjoy helping others experience this too. My favorite thing about art-making of any kind is the freedom we can find in it. Whether we sit in front of a blank page, stage, canvas, or video editing timeline, it’s there that we are free to figure things out, find our voices, and express ourselves.

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          Katrina M.

          Branch Assistant- Teen Focus

          You know that person who can’t stop talking through a movie?  That’s me.  I love films and filmmaking, and I am filled to the brim with cool and random film facts.  You can find me at the Robert Crown branch, where I’m down to chat about your favorite superhero, video game, movie, or discuss the new tv show/book you’re binge-reading/watching!

            Khari W.

            Teen Services Library Assistant / Family Focus Assistant Instructor

            Hi I’m Khari, an animator extraordinaire – well at least that’s the goal. Talk to me about anything cartoons or animation and I’m all ears! You know, I’m something of a scientist as well.  I’ve been collecting and dismantling obsolete tech since I was a kid. There is something so mesmerizing about seeing what’s on the inside of your favorite old game console.