OSIT’s mission is to assist teachers and administrators implement more high-quality STEM education in classrooms throughout the State.  Whether you already consider yourself a STEM school or are just getting started with STEM, we want to be your partner.

Yerington Elementary was looking for a STEM program that would align seamlessly with its existing curriculum and instruction while also providing multiple cross-curricular opportunities for students.

Principal Patrick Beckwith of Hugh Gallagher Elementary School in Virginia City was looking for a way to implement a schoolwide cohesive STEM program, one that incorporated an interdisciplinary and applied approach to learning. 

Earlier this month, the White House unveiled its new Congressionally-mandated five-year strategic plan on STEM Education, “Charting a Course for Success: America’s Strategy for STEM Education.” The plan, developed across 18 months with the support of over 200 STEM stakeholders across the country from all 50 states, including representatives from OSIT and the STEM Advisory Council, is meant to act as a “North Star” for the country.