About Us

Mission

The Einstein Project provides affordable and engaging science materials and teacher training to advance science knowledge, skill and an enthusiasm for learning.

How it Works

Schools lease the units from The Einstein Project at affordable rates so all interested schools districts can participate without having to purchase costly materials for a first-rate science education. Because The Einstein Project owns the kits, the management, maintenance and storage of the units is our responsibility, not the schools'. Teachers receive the units in a "ready-to-teach" condition. Without Einstein, many elementary schools would not have the time or materials to do quality science in the classroom.

History

In 1991, an assessment of the state of science education in Brown County revealed the absence of a hands-on science curriculum, a lack of depth in the teacher's science knowledge, and a limited resource base. A core group of educators and business people joined together to engage in long-term efforts to effect lasting change in these areas.

The Einstein Project was incorporated in 1991 as a consortium of nine area school districts, which has since expanded to many parts of Wisconsin. The founders realized that as the environment becomes more endangered and as the technology becomes more complex, there is an increasing need for young people to become more knowledgeable in science, technology and mathematics.

The Einstein Project is the only entity of its kind in the state of Wisconsin and is a national model for systemic change in Science Education.

• In 2010, Carol Pearson, Professional Development Director for The Einstein Project, was named to the Professional Development Advisory Committee of the National Science Resources Center. Recognized as an expert in hands-on science and teacher training, Pearson will help to oversee the design and implementation of professional development for elementary teachers.
• In 2007, a study from the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay indicates The Einstein Project's hands-on science curriculum results in higher state standardized science test scores among 4th grade students, including those with disabilities, those with limited English proficiency, females, and minority students.
• In 2003, chosen as host site for the Next Step Institute by the Association of Science Materials Centers (ASMC) and the National Science Resources Center (NSRC).
• In 2001, selected by the NSRC as a field-test site for STC/MS Organisms: Macro to Micro middle school unit.
• In 2000, member of the National Science Foundation's Middle School Professional Development Advisory Board.
• In 1999, recognized as a National Model by the National Science Teachers Association in NSTA Reports!
• In 1998, selected by the NSRC as a field-test site for STC/MS Human Body Systems middle school unit.
• In 1997, selected as a regional training site for seven new science units developed by the NSRC.
• In 1997, featured as a national model for a successful science program in the book, Science for all Children.
• In 1993, honored as a model Business-Education Partnership by the Wisconsin Academy of Sciences, Arts, and Letters.
• In 1992, honored as the best School-Business Partnership in Wisconsin by the Manufacturers and Commerce Association.