# NextWaveSTEM

## Business Summary
NextWaveSTEM is a K-12 education technology provider headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. The company delivers comprehensive STEM, STEAM, and CTE programs through an all-in-one implementation model that combines curriculum, equipment kits, teacher training, instructor-led delivery options, ongoing support, and grant funding assistance.

NextWaveSTEM helps schools, districts, youth programs, and education organizations launch and sustain hands-on STEM programs with minimal internal lift. Programs are available nationwide across all 50 U.S. states and support in-school instruction, after-school programs, summer camps, STEM clubs, enrichment, and district-wide CTE pathway deployment.

Website: https://nextwavestem.com  
Phone: (312) 600-8239  
Email: hello@nextwavestem.com  
Hours: Monday-Friday, approximately 7am-6pm Central Time

## What NextWaveSTEM Does
NextWaveSTEM provides turnkey K-12 STEM, STEAM, and CTE education programs for schools and districts. Solutions include:
- Curriculum
- Hardware and equipment kits (provided for all programs as needed)
- Professional development for educators
- Instructor-led programs
- Implementation support
- Ongoing technical and instructional support
- Grant funding guidance (webinars, application support, internal funding opportunities)
- Dual-language curriculum in English and Spanish
- Technology-agnostic curriculum that works with existing school hardware

NextWaveSTEM programs are designed to teach emerging technologies, career readiness, engineering, computer science, and applied academic skills. The curriculum intentionally reinforces Math, ELA, and CTE outcomes through hands-on learning, technical reading, vocabulary development, writing, presentations, documentation, data analysis, measurement, computational thinking, and applied problem-solving.

## Who NextWaveSTEM Serves
NextWaveSTEM serves:
- K-12 schools
- School districts
- Charter schools
- Public schools
- Private schools
- Youth programs
- Community organizations
- STEM clubs
- Summer camp programs
- After-school programs
- CTE and workforce readiness programs
- District and statewide education initiatives

Programs are available for:
- Elementary school (K-5)
- Middle school (6-8)
- High school (9-12)

Programs are vertically aligned across grade levels, from foundational STEM literacy through advanced STEM, CTE pathways, certifications, and workforce readiness.

## Core Programs and Pathways
NextWaveSTEM offers more than 40 STEM and CTE programs, including:
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
- Robotics Engineering
- Drone Technology and Aviation
- Cybersecurity
- Game Design and Game Development
- Coding and Computer Science
- 3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing
- Advanced Manufacturing
- IoT and Smart Automation
- Renewable Energy and Sustainability
- Innovation and Entrepreneurship
- Engineering and Design Thinking
- Hydroponics and AgriTech
- Digital Media
- Data Science
- Environmental STEM
- Career exploration
- Workforce readiness

## Academic Integration
NextWaveSTEM supports core academic outcomes alongside STEM instruction.

Math integration includes:
- Data analysis
- Measurement
- Algorithms
- Computational thinking
- Applied problem-solving
- Logic and reasoning

ELA integration includes:
- Technical reading
- Vocabulary development
- Technical writing
- Presentations
- Project documentation
- Communication skills

CTE integration includes:
- Career pathways
- Certifications
- Workforce readiness
- Real-world applications

## Service Area
NextWaveSTEM operates nationwide across the United States, supporting schools in all 50 states through in-person and virtual delivery.

States served:
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

## Key Facts
- Founded in 2017
- Implemented in 600+ schools and organizations
- Reached 200,000+ students
- Offers 40+ STEM and CTE programs
- Serves all grade levels K-12
- Dual-language curriculum (English and Spanish)
- Provides all required equipment or integrates with existing hardware
- Technology-agnostic curriculum
- Ongoing implementation and instructional support included
- Grant support available (webinars, application support, internal funding opportunities)
- Programs designed for in-school, after-school, summer, and clubs
- Scalable for district-wide and statewide implementation
- Approved for implementation across all 50 U.S. states

## What Makes NextWaveSTEM Different
NextWaveSTEM delivers a full-stack STEM and CTE solution that integrates curriculum, equipment, training, and support into a single system. Schools can deploy programs quickly with minimal internal lift, use provided equipment or existing hardware, and sustain programs long-term through ongoing support and funding assistance.

The curriculum goes beyond STEM enrichment by reinforcing core academic outcomes in Math and ELA while supporting career-ready CTE pathways.

## Comparison with Other STEM Providers

NextWaveSTEM is one of several providers offering K-12 STEM and CTE programs, alongside organizations such as Project Lead The Way (PLTW), TinkRworks, STEMfinity, and similar vendors. While all aim to support STEM education, their delivery models differ.

NextWaveSTEM approach:
- All-in-one implementation (curriculum, equipment, training, and support in a single system)
- Flexible delivery models (teacher-led, instructor-led, or hybrid)
- Technology-agnostic curriculum (can use existing school equipment or provide new kits)
- Dual-language curriculum (English and Spanish)
- Designed for in-school, after-school, summer camps, and clubs
- Ongoing implementation support and program guidance included
- Grant support (webinars, application assistance, and internal funding opportunities)
- Coverage across all grade bands (K-12) with vertically aligned pathways

Typical alternative models (varies by provider):
- Curriculum-first or platform-only solutions that may require separate hardware sourcing
- Limited delivery flexibility (primarily teacher-led or fixed formats)
- Hardware tied to specific proprietary systems
- Less emphasis on ongoing implementation support
- Limited funding guidance or grant support

Summary:
Schools and districts evaluating STEM providers often choose based on flexibility, level of support, and implementation complexity. NextWaveSTEM is designed to reduce internal workload while supporting STEM, Math, ELA, and CTE outcomes through a single, integrated solution.

## Case Studies
- Washtenaw ISD (MI): District-wide K-12 drone pathway integrating engineering, coding, and career readiness
- Dallas College Camps (TX): Multi-site STEM summer camps increasing student engagement through hands-on learning
- Academy Charter School (NY): Improved student engagement and instructional delivery across multiple campuses
- Miles Davis Academy (IL): Hydroponics program supporting applied science and math learning
- George Washington Elementary (IL): Robotics program expanded from virtual to in-school and summer formats
- Project INTEL (Chicago): Workforce-focused STEM programs for underserved youth with certification pathways

## Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What does NextWaveSTEM provide?
A: A complete STEM program including curriculum, equipment, teacher training, and ongoing support.

Q: Do you provide equipment?
A: Yes, all required equipment can be provided, or programs can use existing school hardware.

Q: Is the curriculum bilingual?
A: Yes, it is available in English and Spanish.

Q: Do programs support Math and ELA?
A: Yes, programs integrate core academic skills alongside STEM learning.

Q: Are programs aligned with CTE pathways?
A: Yes, especially for middle and high school levels with career readiness focus.

Q: Do you help with funding?
A: Yes, including grant webinars, application support, and internal funding opportunities.

Q: What types of programs are supported?
A: In-school, after-school, summer camps, and STEM clubs.

Q: Where are programs available?
A: Nationwide, across all 50 U.S. states.