To Succeed, We Must
Think Young.

Research shows that student interest in STEM is sparked early, before age 11. Through its inquiry-based, hands-on programs, ASSET fuels and energizes the STEM pipeline at its source ­– in elementary school.

Both qualitative and quantitative data supports that ASSET is working and serves as a conduit to improved and continued success in STEM subjects. 

ASSET Makes A Measurable Difference

While teachers are ASSET’s primary focus, student achievement is our most compelling outcome. 

An independent evaluation showed that 4th-grade students in ASSET member’s schools out-performed their peers in science on the Pennsylvania System of School Assessment.

Click to see ASSET's Latest Results Report

 
Asset members and associatesAsset members and associatesASSET Alumni TestimonialsASSET Alumni Testimonials

Additional evaluations of ASSET’s programs consistently show:

  • Improved student achievement
  • Increased teacher competence
  • Boosted teacher confidence
  • More frequent science lessons being taught in classrooms