Programs and Services targeted towards Youth
Fresno State STEM 5
STEM 5 is a new, Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) aligned curriculum that
facilitates learning through engaging students in hands-on experiments. Developed
in partnership with University High School and Kremen School of Education.
Fresno State STEAM Tunnels
The Fresno State STEAM Tunnels stimulates innovative and creative thinking by having
students participate in engaging projects that require creativity and teamwork. During
each activity students learn to apply scientific concepts and skills to solve a particular
problem. Students design models, make observations, record data and communicate their
ideas and findings, while thinking through real world problems. The Fresno State STEAM
Tunnels program incorporates a modified 5E instructional Model, Next Generation Science
Standards, Universal Design for Learning and State Math Standards.
Kids Invent! 6th Grade +
Kids Invent! 6th Grade + is an improved and streamlined version of the previous curriculum.
Students explore science through unique problems of design and functionality and work
in teams to solve real-life problems.
Sweet Potato Project
In partnership with West Fresno Family Resource Center and Jordan College of Agricultural
Sciences and Technology, middle and high school students learn various topics of agri-business
from team-building, product development to marketing and finances. The program culminates
with a Shark Tank-style pitch competition in front of a panel of judges, friends and
family.
Lyles Center STEP (High School Program)
The Lyles Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Fresno State is proud to present
their newly developed entrepreneurship curriculum for high school students. These schools
will receive any administrative support needed for the successful implementation of
the curriculum. This newly developed program was specifically designed with students
AND teachers in mind.