Student-Led Projects We Support
STEM Bridge Center ｜ A Student-led Youth Community Center for STEM
STEM Bridge Center (SBC) is a nonprofit, community-based STEM hub supporting student teams and youth-led initiatives. SBC connects students with shared spaces, resources, mentors, and collaborative opportunities to help them access, sustain, and grow participation in STEM programs. By strengthening local STEM ecosystems and reducing structural barriers, SBC enables students and teams to focus on learning, innovation, and long-term development.
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The American Rocketry ｜ Magic Gunpowder Rocketry Team
The American Rocketry Challenge gives 8th–12th graders the opportunity to learn and showcase model rocketry skills while collaborating on a national competition. Students work in teams to design, build, and fly rockets, gaining hands-on STEM experience, teamwork, and mentorship from experienced peers. Success in the challenge can bring recognition, awards, and opportunities from leading aerospace companies, while building skills valuable for future education and careers.​
FTCVideos.org ｜ Watch. Learn. Innovate
FTCVideos.org is an innovative online resource supporting the FIRST Tech Challenge community by centralizing game videos, tutorials, and strategy analysis into a searchable, user-friendly platform. Using AI-powered indexing, it streamlines access to relevant content across multiple channels, helping students, mentors, and teams learn, improve, and share knowledge.
Since launch, the platform has reached users in 65 countries, demonstrating its global impact. FTCVideos.org exemplifies our mission to leverage technology to remove barriers to STEM education and provide equitable access to critical learning resources.
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PySTEM Minibot ｜ Learn Programming Through Hands-On Robotics
The PySTEM mini bot is a compact, child-friendly educational tool featuring a robust 3D-printed chassis powered by a 6V battery. It includes a simple browser-based IDE supporting Python programming, making it perfect for beginners to learn coding through interactive robotics.
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With servo-powered wheels equipped with encoders for precise movements and an infrared color sensor, the car can perform various tasks including line following and obstacle navigation.
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SBC Bridge2Build ｜ A supportive STEM community for neurodiverse learners.
Bridge2Build is a transformative STEM community designed specifically for neurodiverse learners in Grades 2–5. By providing a low-pressure, welcoming environment, the program empowers students to transition from guided LEGO® play to structured technical innovation.
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Our mission centers on building "foundations for life," integrating social-emotional growth with technical skill mastery. Through a clear developmental pathway—starting with mentor-led collaborative building and progressing into FIRST LEGO League (FLL) preparation—Bridge2Build prepares students for the inclusive stage of competition robotics. More than a technical workshop, it is a supportive ecosystem that fosters real-world communication, problem-solving, and a profound sense of belonging for both students and their families.
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