As world and workforce complexity escalates, so does the need for individuals equipped with the knowledge and skills to tackle tough problems. They need to be able to gather info, evaluate and synthesize it, and create and present effective solutions.

Today, relatively few students are proficient in the core subjects of science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM) and even fewer express interest in pursuing these fields beyond high school. Increasingly, educators and students alike seek hands-on, sustainable, and cost-effective approaches to engaging young people in STEAM--from elementary school to middle school to high school and beyond.