Uniting Business, Education, and Community to Shape Tomorrow’s Workforce Through STEMEducation
Lancaster County STEM Alliance is a collective of business, education and community partners ensuring the long-term prosperity of Lancaster County by creating, aligning, and investing in equitable access to STEM experiences that build a talented workforce.
The Lancaster County STEM Alliance (LCSA) is dedicated to advancing STEM initiatives in Lancaster County through grant funding. Our grants aim to support and foster innovative and creative STEM programs. Funding is available exclusively to nonprofit, tax-exempt charitable organizations located within Lancaster County.
The Lancaster County STEM Alliance (LCSA) leads innovative and creative projects to support STEM education and workforce development. We identify community needs and provide the necessary resources to support them.
LCSA collaborates with local schools, businesses, and community organizations to promote STEM education and career opportunities, while aligning workforce needs with educational programs. It also works to increase awareness of the importance of STEM education and careers by advocating for STEM initiatives and highlighting local success stories.
The Lancaster County STEM Alliance is committed to data-driven decisions, evaluating the effectiveness of supported programs and optimizing community investments. By gathering and monitoring data annually, we track outcomes over time, assessing both individual programs and their collective impact on STEM education and workforce development in Lancaster County.
Collaborated with over 200 community partners and over 126 nonprofits; Worked with over 108 businesses
95%
95% of students reported that they learned new soft skills such as teamwork, communication, resilience, integrity, or problem-solving, during LCSA supported programs.
71%
71% of students reported they learned new hard skills such as coding, Math and Science.
We’re excited to announce upcoming events designed to inspire and engage our community in STEM. From summer programs to teacher workshops and networking opportunities, there’s something for everyone. Join us to explore, learn, and connect with fellow STEM enthusiasts. Check the schedules and register today!
Dec 05
Lancaster Chamber Discovering Paths: Tourism, Hospitality, & Entertainment
Dec 05 – Dec 05: The Lancaster Chamber’s Discovering Paths Mentoring Program inspires, guides, and empowers high school juniors as they consider their next steps. Through positive one-on-one mentoring relationships with professionals across Lancaster County, critical business and industry connections, and experiential learning, the Discovering Paths Mentoring Program strengthens pathways for students within the Lancaster community.
Dec 17 – Dec 17: IU13 Career Ready Leaders’ Collaborative meetings offer district and school leaders a valuable space to stay informed about current education initiatives at local, state, and national levels. The focus is on addressing specific career readiness challenges at the district and school levels, encouraging the exchange of practical solutions. These gatherings promote networking and collaboration, enabling leaders to connect with colleagues and local partners. The meeting structure includes insights from guest speakers or business/industry spotlights, highlighting district/program achievements, sharing updates on state/local career readiness opportunities, and providing open spaces for collaborative discussions. This multifaceted approach ensures that leaders leave the meetings with a knowledge of the latest developments and a strengthened network to enhance career readiness initiatives across the IU13 region.
Jan 02 – Jan 02: The Lancaster County STEM Alliance (LCSA) is proud to support a variety of STEM initiatives within Lancaster County. We provide funding to nonprofit, charitable organizations that are exempt from income taxes and located within the county. Our grants are aimed at enhancing and launching innovative and creative STEM programming.
Train the Trainer Basic CNC Program Set-Up with Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology
Jan 06 – Jan 08: Join us for an exciting dive into the world of CNC milling with our hands-on Train-the-Trainer course, designed specifically for educators who will guide the next generation of CNC machinists. Transform from a beginner to a proficient operator as you discover the power of G-code programming and take command of the state-of-the-art Haas CNC mill.
Learn the art of precision machining through engaging sessions that cover essential work holding techniques and the intricacies of the Haas CNC control system. This course offers the perfect blend of theory and practical experience, ensuring you’re fully equipped to educate and inspire your students.
Don’t forget to bring your personal laptop to each class, as you’ll be programming and machining real components, gaining invaluable hands-on experience every step of the way. Embark on this journey with us, enhance your teaching toolkit, and watch your capabilities soar as you prepare to lead and mentor future CNC machining experts!
