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!
May 31
Ready Set Explore! Slide into Summer: Harrisburg
May 31 – May 31: Pennon Education and WITF invite you to Slide into Summer with special guest, Molly from Molly of Denali!
Saturday, May 31 10 AM – 1 PM
WITF Public Media Center
4801 Lindle Road, Harrisburg, PA 17111
Ready, Set, Explore Slide into Summer offers families an opportunity to ignite summer learning and encourages collaborative problem solving through hands-on STEAM and environmental sustainability activities. Plus, each activity station connects to a book to inspire summer reading!
Families and children can:
Create a pinwheel to investigate how wind creates energy
Code very hungry Ozobots “ants” to eat a picnic
Build a bee hotel to support our local pollinators
Design a rollercoaster to explore force and motion
Plant a seed to watch it grow all summer long
Children who attend will receive:
A FREE copy of The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind (picture book or young reader’s edition)
An opportunity to meet and take photos with Molly from Molly of Denali!
The first 50 families to check in will receive a free STEM in a Box education kit packed with fun ways to keep the learning going all summer long! This summer learning opportunity is generously supported by the Anne M. & Philip H. Glatfelter III Family Foundation.
Celebrate curiosity and creativity! Ready, Set, Explore activities encourage families to explore new ideas, unleash creative expression and engage with the world in meaningful ways.
Ready, Set, Explore Slide into Summer are drop-in events, and we are usually busiest the first hour. We suggest planning to stay for at least an hour, and you can choose which activities to enjoy.
Jun 07 – Jun 07: Pennon Education and WITF invite you to Slide into Summer with special guest, Molly from Molly of Denali!
Saturday, June 7th 1 PM – 4 PM
Lancaster Public Library
151 N. Queen St, Lancaster, PA 17603
Ready, Set, Explore Slide into Summer offers families an opportunity to ignite summer learning and encourages collaborative problem solving through hands-on STEAM and environmental sustainability activities. Plus, each activity station connects to a book to inspire summer reading!
Families and children can:
Create a pinwheel to investigate how wind creates energy
Code very hungry Ozobots “ants” to eat a picnic
Build a bee hotel to support our local pollinators
Design a rollercoaster to explore force and motion
Plant a seed to watch it grow all summer long
Children who attend will receive:
A FREE copy of The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind (picture book or young reader’s edition)
An opportunity to meet and take photos with Molly from Molly of Denali!
The first 50 families to check in will receive a free STEM in a Box education kit packed with fun ways to keep the learning going all summer long! This summer learning opportunity is generously supported by the Anne M. & Philip H. Glatfelter III Family Foundation.
Celebrate curiosity and creativity! Ready, Set, Explore activities encourage families to explore new ideas, unleash creative expression and engage with the world in meaningful ways.
Ready, Set, Explore Slide into Summer are drop-in events, and we are usually busiest the first hour. We suggest planning to stay for at least an hour, and you can choose which activities to enjoy.
Jun 16 – Jun 18: Educator Industry Tours are intended to enhance classroom instruction, student learning, and career readiness for the workplace by connecting educators with local business and industry leaders and technical and career training centers. Educators will have an opportunity to participate in full-day, in-person tours.
Jun 23
Millersville Technology & Engineering Camps
Jun 23 – Jul 18: Ready for a summer of creativity, coding, and hands‑on innovation? Millersville Technology & Engineering Camp 2025 is now accepting registrations!
Why Millersville Tech Camp?
• Designed for students entering grades 3 and up
• Cutting‑edge, project‑based sessions led by passionate instructors
• Hosted in Millersville University’s state‑of‑the‑art Osburn Hall (Millersville, PA)
*Please note the dates of the camps vary. Please refer to the links below for more details
Quick Links🔍 Learn more about each camp → Camp Details📝: https://sites.google.com/view/millersville-tech-eng-sucamps/home?authuser=7
Secure your spot today → Register Now: https://sites.google.com/view/millersville-tech-eng-sucamps/home?authuser=7
Need Help?• Registration questions: millersvilletande@gmail.com
Curriculum questions: Email the instructor listed in the camp description (see link above).
Spaces fill fast—ignite your child’s curiosity and let them build, code, and engineer their best summer ever!
Aug 05 – Aug 05: LCSA Fall Externships provide a hands-on opportunity to work alongside business professionals, gaining firsthand insight into how classroom concepts translate to the workplace. Spend a day immersed in some of the county’s largest employers, equipping yourself to prepare students for the ever-evolving demands of the workforce.
Sep 12 – Sep 12: LCSA Fall Externships provide a hands-on opportunity to work alongside business professionals, gaining firsthand insight into how classroom concepts translate to the workplace. Spend a day immersed in some of the county’s largest employers, equipping yourself to prepare students for the ever-evolving demands of the workforce.
Dec 03 – Dec 03: This opportunity provides educators who participated in the Industry Tours and/or Educator Externships with time and space to collaborate with fellow teachers. Together, they will translate their workplace experiences into relevant and authentic lessons for their students.
More information and registration coming soon!