Empowering learners by shaping the future of stem through education and innovative workforce development
The STEM Education & Workforce Development program in Puerto Rico focuses on improving K-12 STEM education and developing skills in emerging technologies. It aims to promote technology literacy from an early age and ensure a smooth transition from education to employment. The ultimate objective is to enable Puerto Rico’s active involvement in the global tech economy.
Our Vision
To advance, connect, expand, and sustain key initiatives that drive STEM education and workforce development as key components of Puerto Rico’s economic development.
Our Focus
Our Focus
We serve students, teachers, professionals, and key stakeholders in the education sector, aligning its efforts with the needs and objectives of the wider technology and education communities. Our program actively collaborates with industry leaders, government agencies, and academic institutions.
Through a dual approach based on educational experiences and specialized workforce training, we cultivate technological skills for an evolving landscape
Through a dual approach based on educational experiences and specialized workforce training, we cultivate technological skills for an evolving landscape
1,500+
young students served since 2018
500+
participants in our STEM Boxed Kit Experience
450+
Applicants to PR Ready from 73 municipalities
150+
Participants that completed professional certifications (PR Ready)
Our Initiatives
Busca impulsar el futuro tecnológico de la juventud puertorriqueña dentro del marco de la biotecnologÃa, tecnologÃa informática y tecnologÃas emergentes al establecer un TecLab Club en cada escuela superior de la Isla. Estos Clubs están diseñados para fomentar el interés de los/as estudiantes de 9no a 12mo grado en carreras del campo de la ciencia y tecnologÃa.
Dr. Elsa Trujillo
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Futuros Académicos en Ciencia, TecnologÃa,IngenierÃa y Matemáticas. El Premio Azmat Assur, en colaboración con el Fideicomiso para Ciencias, TecnologÃa e Investigación de Puerto Rico y su Programa de Educación STEM y Desarrollo de la Fuerza Trabajadora, otorga $5,000 a estudiantes destacados de escuelas públicas en Puerto Rico, con el propósito de apoyar sus estudios en ciencia, tecnologÃa, ingenierÃa o matemáticas y su contribución al futuro.
Dr. Frances Zenón
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Through training, certification and mentoring, participants will be prepared with the necessary skills that will place Puerto Rico within the economy of the future.
Dr. Gilmarie Mendoza
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New space in Ponce makes 3D printing accessible for learning and professional growth. Initial experience and intermediate courses in the areas of 3D printing, formally known as additive manufacturing.
Dr. Frances Zenón
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The Cacao Academy is the first project of its kind to seek to provide theoretical and practical knowledge about the cacao agroforestry model to farmers in Puerto Rico.
Eng. Luis Nieves
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Boost your career in the high-speed Internet sector
The growth of high-speed Internet connectivity requires new and committed talent. The Puerto Rico Está Pa’ Tà initiative is an innovative project to prepare, train and employ the next generation of telecommunications and high-speed Internet professionals. This initiative is part of the Broadband Program of the Government of Puerto Rico.
Leading the Way to Shape Future Professionals
We reimagine and transform STEM education in Puerto Rico through a variety of resources and initiatives for teachers, parents, and students. Our program is a source of accessible and quality learning experiences that encourages students to continue growing throughout their academic careers.
