PROMOTING STEM EDUCATION
Our Mission
To create a “scientifically literate population that can thrive in a world increasingly driven by information and technology.”
About Us
Formally known as Challenger Learning Center of Vermont, Inc., the STEM Challenge Initiative, Inc. (SCI) provides affordable and meaningful STEM educational opportunities for the communities in Franklin and Grand Isle Counties.
Providing affordable, meaningful STEM educational opportunities
Our goal is to improve STEM based education by funding projects and programs that will help develop student interest in further education and careers in STEM related fields. By improving students’ overall level of understanding of STEM, we aim to advance their skills in teamwork, decision making, problem solving and communication.
36% of high school graduates who are college-science ready
44% of high school graduates who are college-math ready
67% of college students who graduate with a degree
38% of college students do not graduate with a STEM degree
Latest News
To create a “scientifically literate population that can thrive in a world increasingly driven by information and technology.”
STEM Challenge Grants are Back!We’re resuming our $1,000 STEM Challenge […]
Congratulations to the winners of our 2023 STEM ScholarshipsThe response to our 2023 STEM Scholarship Call for […]
Spring 2023 High School Senior STEM Scholarship Application is Now AvailableSTEM Challenge Initiative is pleased to announce that […]
STEM Recognition Night Banquet – We’ll see you in 2022!Due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, we will not […]
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Please contact us if you have any questions or would like to learn even more about STEM Initiative, Inc.