STEM
STRIVE STEM Labs is an initiative by the STRIVE Foundation dedicated to igniting curiosity and creativity in young learners through hands-on science and engineering experiments. Our workshops transform everyday materials into opportunities for discovery, where pool noodles become roller coasters, magnets spark lessons in physics, and curiosity becomes confidence.
Each lab is designed to make STEM accessible and exciting for students of all backgrounds, emphasizing the belief that innovation begins with play, persistence, and imagination. Through mentorship and exploration, we aim to inspire the next generation of thinkers, builders, and problem-solvers, one noodle, one marble, one experiment at a time.
Below you will find of some of our most popular labs. However we have many more labs that are suited to provide children an exciting learning experience!
Physics Through Marbles
Students explore physics in action by building marble roller coasters from pool noodles. As marbles race through loops and turns, concepts like gravity, momentum, and energy come to life, turning learning into hands-on discovery.
Structural Integrity
Through Spaghetti
Students become engineers for a day, using spaghetti and marshmallows to design towers and bridges. Through hands-on experimentation, they explore balance, tension, and strength—learning how structure and creativity work hand in hand.
Chemistry through Reactions
Students dive into chemistry by creating the famous Elephant Toothpaste reaction. As foam erupts in a burst of color and motion, they explore catalysts, decomposition, and the energy behind chemical change—turning science into an unforgettable spectacle.
