As educators, we know that the decisions youth make today—from elective courses to extracurricular activities—can inform and shape their future pathways. Research shows that youth begin to form attitudes about careers as early as elementary school—attitudes that are predictive of the careers they eventually pursue. This means the time for impactful, meaningful career exploration is now. 

YES Career Explorations are intentionally designed to address this need. They provide a critical mechanism for introducing youth to a broad spectrum of career options and helping them envision the possibilities ahead. 

YES products have consistently served as a mechanism for introducing youth to engineering careers. Early exposure to STEM-related careers is important in building awareness and sense of belonging in fields where many students may not initially see themselves. 

The Museum of Science, Boston’s PK-12 division spoke with students in Washington, D.C., about their classroom STEM unit testing experiences.

The Museum of Science, Boston’s PK-12 division has several opportunities this winter for educators and administrators.

Afterschool STEM enrichment designed initially for multilingual learners has benefits for all students.