Corporations & Foundations

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How We Help

WhyMaker is dedicated to enhancing K-12 student learning by equipping both students and educators with the tools and strategies they need to succeed. 

Through hands-on STEM lessons and activities, we provide students with industry-relevant skills and knowledge. We also deliver interactive professional development for teachers that supports your mission while building tomorrow’s workforce. 

We recognize the vital role education and business and industry play in shaping our communities. That's why we partner with organizations looking to build the career pipeline by empowering educators, improving educational outcomes, teaching students career essential skills, and strengthening workforce development.

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Let Us Work With You To

  • Position your company as a leader in education and workforce development
  • Strengthen your corporate responsibility initiatives
  • Maximize grant funding impact
  • Support teachers in shaping the next generation of innovators and workforce leaders
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Corporations & Foundations

Case Studies

Sphero

Sphero provides coding robots and design-and-build kits to help PK–12 students develop STEM and computational thinking skills.

WhyMaker partnered with Minneapolis Public Schools to provide technical PD training in computational thinking and instructional coaching for all 2nd and 8th-grade science teachers using Sphero robots.

  • Trained 96 teachers through virtual and in-person sessions
  • Reached 2,500 students through educator implementation
  • Trained 4 Library/Media Specialists and 2 STEM Coordinators
  • Developed a Learning Hub with lesson plans, instructional videos, guides, activities, and 1:1 coaching tools

National Energy Foundation

The National Energy Foundation (NEF) empowers students with energy literacy education, fostering an informed and sustainable society.

Supported NEF by designing and developing instructional materials and energy education kits for 700 schools across the U.S.

Haugland Group

Haugland Group is a New York-based infrastructure services company specializing in energy and civil construction, offering expertise in engineering, design/build, project management, and development.

WhyMaker worked with Haugland Group to connect educators with industry professionals, ensuring career awareness was effectively integrated into instruction.

  • Assembled 100+ educators in the NYC area
  • Hosted a career panel featuring Haugland Group employees from various backgrounds
  • Moderated a Q&A session with company executives on industry career opportunities
  • Led a professional development session on integrating STEM career education into the classroom

Organized networking event for educators to connect with industry professionals

Collaboration with StonyBrook University, Haugland Group and Suffolk County

WhyMaker partnered with Stony Brook University, Haugland Group, and Suffolk County to design an energy-focused internship program for high school students.

  • Developed a two-week summer internship program introducing students to energy careers
  • Designed instructional materials and career-connected curriculum covering:
  • HVDC systems, energy generation, solar converters, EV charging stations, cabling, coding systems, hardware loop systems, workplace essential skills and more.
  • Provided expert instruction and interactive classroom sessions 
  • Students gained hands-on experience through job site trips, guest speakers, special tours, and networking opportunities 

Due to the program’s success, WhyMaker is currently expanding the program to multi-week summer internships for high school and college students.

OUR PROCESS

How WhyMaker Designs the Future of Education

Step 1: Align

  • Meet to learn more
  • Understand needs and goals
  • Define outcomes
  • Align on moving forward

Step 2: Plan

  • Assemble team of educational experts specific to your needs
  • Set schedule and budget
  • Share and approve proposal

Step 3: Design

  • Design your personalized solution
  • Use advanced tools and practices
  • Ensure alignment

Step 4: Implement

  • Provide your personalized education solution
  • Adjust and support as needed
  • Share resources

Step 5: Review

  • Provide report and share feedback
  • Plan for future needs

The WhyMaker Way

  • We Are Education Experts

    We are seasoned educators who create hands-on STEM lesson plans that build engagement and real-world skills. With deep knowledge of K-12 environments, we understand the realities of classroom schedules, educational standards, and what teachers need to succeed.

  • We Are Creative

    We create tailor-made solutions fueled by creativity and passion. Each project is designed from the ground up with fresh thinking and genuine enthusiasm.

  • We Are Responsive

    We actively listen to understand your needs and deliver solutions that meet them. We are adaptable as needs evolve and respond to input quickly.

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