Our Mission
Students 2 Science’s mission is to inspire and empower all students through hands-on learning experiences, encouraging them to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) to strengthen the future workforce.
Our Vision
We will ensure that all students in the state of New Jersey will have access to STEM learning opportunities and career pathways.
- Expand our programs to impact 450,000 students annually.
- Operate 3-5 Technology Centers in target areas.
- Develop curriculum in alignment to the future workforce of the state.
- Provide opportunities for students to explore and define their STEM career and education pathways.
Our Impact
Since 2009, our hands-on STEM experiences, innovative programming, state-of-the-art Technology Centers, and direct interactions with professional scientists have had a profound impact on:
Individuals
There are over 500,000 students in New Jersey in need of education support, especially in STEM content areas.
- S2S is committed to expanding STEM Access for all students in New Jersey and providing them with hands-on, immersive experiences using state-of-the-art instrumentation. To date, S2S programs have served over 244,000 students.
Communities
Many of our students are from communities in need that lack access to content experts, resources, and facilities essential for high-quality STEM education.
- S2S provides students with critical skills and mentoring to inspire them to pursue in-demand 21st century careers, which can in turn empower entire communities.
Economy
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, STEM jobs are projected to grow at a rate of 10.4% between 2023 and 2033, almost three times faster than non-STEM jobs. Without initiatives from organizations like S2S, many of these lucrative jobs would go unfulfilled.
- S2S programs are helping to prepare students to be part of a future STEM workforce that will fuel the needs of the economy.
Achievement Highlights
- Engaged over 244,000 students in S2S programs
- Established two 10,000 sq. ft Technology Centers
- Created a formal partnership with Newark Public Schools, New Jersey’s largest school district
- Partnered with 25 New Jersey school districts as well as schools in Pennsylvania
- Interacted with over 2,200 teachers
- Involved more than 1,000 corporate and higher education volunteers
- Partnered with Boys & Girls Clubs in New Jersey and Pennsylvania for after school STEM programming
