What Is STEM?

STEM is an acronym for the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, commonly used among educators, policy-makers, and government officials. STEM careers are the cornerstone of the 21^st century economy. For this reason, STEM is commonly used in reference to our nation’s economic competitiveness and the related need for education programs that prepare and inspire future generations of STEM professionals. STEM Tutoring is a non-profit organization that seeks to fill the need for STEM education at low performing schools in Austin ISD and around Texas.

Our mission

To prepare economically disadvantaged, minority, and women students at low performing schools for success in STEM subjects through creative and engaging tutoring experiences.

STEM education is at the forefront of education reform efforts with initiatives like Educate to Innovate and Change the Equation—initiatives designed to encourage public and private investment in STEM education programs across the country and to prepare and inspire future generations of STEM professionals. See “The Problem” and “The Solution” pages for more information from recent publications and reports on the declining state of STEM education in the U.S. and what STEM Tutoring is doing to address the issue.