Get to Know STEM Center USA
- kelly87999
- Apr 18
- 3 min read
About STEM Center USA
STEM Center USA is shaping the future of STEM leaders through hands-on, individualized PK-12 STEM programs. Founded in 2011 by mechanical engineers and sisters Melissa and Lavanya Jawaharlal, STEM Center USA has inspired over 49,000 students worldwide to explore, innovate, and create real-world projects in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math.
We are proud to provide in-person, hybrid, and virtual programming options for individual classrooms, districts, and non-profit organizations. We make learning fun, meaningful, and long-lasting. STEM Center USA currently serves students in Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Idaho, and Oregon, with plans to expand nationwide.
Our Commitment to High-Quality STEM Education
Our passion is to provide high-quality educational experiences that:
· Excite, engage, and enrich student learning through project-based engineering, design, and coding
· Build a foundational knowledge of technology
· Align with NGSS and State Standards
· Provide professional development options and products for educators and organizations
Our team provides dynamic and immersive experiences that inspire students to think creatively, solve problems, and explore the endless possibilities of STEM. Over the past three years, we've had the pleasure of collaborating with amazing partners across Colorado including Aurora Public Schools, Greeley-Evans School District, Sheridan High School, and Weld Re-8 School District.
Customized Programs for Every Need
STEM Center USA is committed to making high-quality PK–12 STEM education accessible for ALL learners through year-round in-school and afterschool programs, Out-of-School Time (OST) activities, summer programs, and specialty workshops. We have experience working with ESSER, CO-AAP, MEP, and 21st Century programs.
Our curriculum integrates math and ELA instruction in a meaningful way with project-based lessons designed to engage every student regardless of age or grade level.
Unlike other STEM programs, ours are fully customizable:
Course selections tailored to enrich students’ learning
Budget-friendly options to maximize funding
Flexible scheduling to fit your needs
PK-12 Course Selection
Our programs prepare students for the future with courses such as:
Early STEM - Introduction to Tech Literacy
Junior STEM - Design and Build
Hands-On Modules: Engineering Adventures
Energy in Motion
Coding in Virtual Reality
CAD & 3D Modeling
To support student success, our instructors receive comprehensive training that prepares them to deliver high-impact, student-centered instruction that fosters creativity, collaboration, and confidence.
In addition, our curriculum connects classroom learning to real-world applications, helping students see the relevance of STEM in their daily lives!
All-Inclusive, Ready-to-Launch Programs
We make implementation easy! Our teacher-facilitated model allows your staff to focus on student engagement while we provide:
Customized curriculum
Live bilingual instruction
All instructional materials
1:1 take-home student kits
Our programs offer 20–30 hours of content, allowing schools and youth organizations to provide year-round enrichment.
Hands-On STEM Projects for Your Classroom
Need ready-to-use STEM projects? We’ve got you covered! Check out our Energy in Motion products:
Explore physics and engineering with our laser-cut, hands-on projects
Designed with NGSS and Common Core-aligned lessons
Includes teaching lesson plans, video instructions, and student worksheets
Ideal for 5th grade and above
These projects are a great way to supplement the curriculum with engaging, hands-on STEM experiences.
Don’t Miss Out!
Bringing hands-on STEM learning to your school or organization is easy. Our experienced team is ready to develop a personalized program plan and proposal for your immediate and long-term needs.
Let’s make STEM learning exciting and impactful!