“Science Suitcases” provides K-12 schools with ‘suitcases’ of STEM-themed books, games, and educational materials. Suitcases provide books that help students explore unique and interesting STEM topics while practicing their literacy skills.

2021 Science Suitcases:

• Cordova Middle School in Memphis received a computer science-themed box of books for their library. Cordova Middle has 790 students, 82% of which do not meet state-set math proficiency standards, 77% of which do not meet state-set reading proficiency standards, and 33% of which receive free or reduced lunch.
• Northwest Middle School in Knoxville received a space-themed box of STEM books with Spanish-language options for their library. Northwest Middle has 854 students, 89% of which do not meet state-set math proficiency standards, 85% of which do not meet state-set reading proficiency standards, and 47% of which receive free or reduced lunch.
• Ralph Askins Elementary School in Fayetteville received a box of STEM books for their library. Ralph Askins Elementary has 587 students, 63% of which do not meet state-set math proficiency standards, 85% of which do not meet state-set reading proficiency standards, and 68% of which receive free or reduced lunch.