For some young students, exploring the world of STEM starts with accessibility to resources. Through Innovate Education, also known as InnovatED, high school students have an opportunity to support that early fascination.
Carlmont sophomore Jiya Pathak co-founded the nonprofit with Notre Dame Belmont sophomore Srishti Swaroop aiming to help learners explore science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, commonly known as STEM, regardless of their access to educational resources. Starting with a chapter at Carlmont, InnovatED began with a local focus on teaching at youth centers and now plans to expand globally by delivering STEM kits with free shipping.
“We really want more volunteers because I believe Carlmont has so many people who are successful and who really want to make a difference in the world,” Pathak said.
Founded just over three months ago, InnovatED offers multiple ways for people to get involved in STEM education as their nonprofit expands. Every other Friday, B2 becomes a space for students to expand their reach.
“We prioritize informing people who come to Carlmont of who we are and what our next mission is. We focus on teaching people how to fundraise, lead a non...