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Transform Education Through Science
When you were in school, did you or a friend ever feel that science was too hard, not for you, or you couldn’t be a scientist?
The Smithsonian Science Education Center is working to break down barriers to science so that all students are engaged in school and equipped to be scientifically literate global citizens who can innovate, compete, and thrive in a world of unprecedented scientific and technological change.
About the Director’s Circle
The Director’s Circle is a community of supporters who are dedicated to transforming K-12 education through science, in collaboration with communities across the globe. Annual support from individuals in the Director’s Circle allows the Center to:
- Create NGSS classroom science curriculum and a free library of science games, videos, simulations, and e-books for K-12 educators and students
- Hold national leadership summits for educators focused on diversifying the STEM teaching workforce and ensuring all students receive a high-quality STEM education
- Provide a series of freely available community research guides utilizing the science of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
As advocates for STEM education, Circle members receive opportunities to engage with Center leadership, receive insider updates, and gain unique experiences across the Smithsonian. Learn about other Director’s Circle benefits below.