STEM Career Pathways
WHAT WE DO
PEF inspires students’ interest in STEM education by exposing them to diverse and compelling careers. And we support teachers interested in deepening the connection between the content they teach and their students’ understanding of STEM careers.
350 educators
participate in professional development each year
300 students
exposed to career presentations by volunteer STEM professionals
3 federal grants
to develop curriculum on biodiversity, clean energy, and women in engineering
Ignite STEM
The Philadelphia Education Fund’s Ignite STEM initiative serves students at our partner high schools – including participating Mastery Charter Schools and our CAP schools – specifically low-income students who may be interested in attending college or pursuing a postsecondary STEM career.
During the 9-week program, students engage weekly with project-based learning, professional development, and skill building activities. The Ignite STEM program also includes the exploration of postsecondary and career pathways, from college visits and STEM workforce sites, to financial aid workshops.
This program is only made possible through the generous support of our funding partners, C2L PHL, the Hamilton Family Charitable Trust, and PwC.
