The Science Initiative

Partnering higher education with K‑12 schools to advance STEM learning

Collaboration between college and K-12 students

What We Do

The Science Initiative is a collaborative partnership that connects universities, community colleges, and K‑12 schools to foster deep, inquiry‑based STEM learning. By leveraging advanced teaching techniques, research‑backed curricula, and real‑world science projects, we help students develop critical thinking, problem solving, and data literacy skills.

Our Services

Curriculum Design & Support

Assist teachers in crafting engaging, standards‑aligned lesson plans that incorporate current scientific discoveries and hands‑on experimentation.

Professional Development

Offer workshops and online modules for K‑12 educators on active learning strategies, STEM integration, and assessment best practices.

SciChat Mentoring Platform

A unique service that pairs college students majoring in the sciences with K‑12 students through scheduled chat sessions. Students can ask questions about experiments, research topics, or career pathways in real time.

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Current Status

The Science Initiative is currently in early trials. If your school is participating in a trial, reach out to your coordinator to get involved. We look forward to expanding our programming more broadly in the near future—check back here for updates.