Science from Scientists
Laura Scheid, PG is a Scientist Educator at Science from Scientists, engaging with students in Grades 3 through 8 to enhance STEM literacy. Prior to this, Laura served as an Operations Manager at Scheid Household, overseeing household operations and managing home improvement projects. With a background in geology and environmental studies, Laura held various roles at WSP USA, including Director/Assistant Vice President and General Manager/Area Manager in Earth & Environment. Laura also worked as a Research Assistant at the United States Geological Survey, focusing on climate change research.
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Science from Scientists
Science from Scientists’ mission is to teach and inspire the next generation to identify and solve real-world problems by improving Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) literacy. Our vision is to inspire students, ignite interest, and improve STEM competency with the goal of filling the workforce pipeline with talented, competent individuals. Using charismatic, real scientists as instructors, SfS complements during school curricula every other week throughout the academic year with hands-on lessons informed by MCAS and other curriculum frameworks. Where do we teach? We serve schools in the Greater Boston and Great Worcester areas in Massachusetts, as well as the San Francisco Bay area in California and the Twin Cities area in Minnesota. What do we teach? Our real, charismatic scientist instructors have developed a library of 90+ hands-on, frameworks-based STEM modules on anatomy, astronomy, biochemistry, biology, botany, cartography, chemistry, ecology, electrical engineering, forensic science, geology, materials engineering, meteorology, nutrition, physics, and statistics. Custom STEM programs tailored to your school or group: one-day, short-term, or year-long programs available.