Empowering future innovators with hands-on learning opportunities
What we do
We partner with schools and youth programs to provide students with hands-on, project-based learning opportunities that not only introduce them to unique career pathways in the skilled trades, sciences, and applied arts but also foster their sense of achievement through tangible results. Our curriculum is designed to help students experience the satisfaction of completing a project from start to finish, benefiting from the social-emotional learning (SEL) experiences that come with seeing their hard work pay off, and bridging the gap between academic concepts and real-world applications. Whether it’s working with measurements, fractions, following instructions, expanding their vocabulary, collaborating respectfully, or engaging in physical activity, our programs integrate core academic subjects with practical skills that prepare students for success in life.
Why it matters
Students have historically been led to believe that a 4-year college degree is the only viable path to success. This so-called “traditional path,” however, is not a fit for every student, and there are many other viable post-secondary education and career options that can allow students to lead successful lives on their own terms, including those in the skilled trades, sciences, and applied arts.
All youth deserve an opportunity to experience success — it’s the basis for developing the emotional resilience needed to overcome future challenges. We're on a mission to empower youth with confidence-boosting, hands-on programming that develops real-world competencies and enables students to experience the personal satisfaction of completing a project from start-to-finish.
Where we can support
Our hands-on programming offers students and educators alike immersive, project-based learning opportunities that blend fundamental academic concepts with practical skills.
What sets us apart is our commitment to supporting both educators and students. Our turn-key curriculum includes comprehensive lesson plans and easy-to-follow written and video instructions, empowering educators and students to explore and succeed in project-based learning together.
Summer School Rocks because we got to build DIY projects like a lamp, bluetooth speaker and lots of other stuff that I didn't know how to do before.
6th grader at Blackstock Jr. High
These projects are the best lessons our students will work on and remember.
Grade 5 Teacher at Larsen Elementary
Expose students to new skills and interests with hands-on projects.
Who we partner with
We collaborate with school districts, youth programs, community organizations, and parks & recreation departments to bring project-based learning opportunities across the skilled trades, sciences, and applied arts to diverse student propulations.
Based in Southern California, we provide instructors for local programs (Ventura, Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, Kern, and San Louis Obispo Counties) and offer shipping, delivery, and in-person or virtual professional development support for programs outside these regions.
Our flexible approach allows students everywhere to benefit from engaging, hands-on projects.