Our Impact
38 years of making a difference for students, teachers, schools and companies
Classroom Results
After their experiences, we asked teachers about the impact of the program
| Ignited Teachers | Evidence | Effect of Teacher Experiences | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Increase enthusiasm for teaching | 4‑fold | Decreased attrition for Ignited Teachers versus state and national averages | Good teachers remain in schools |
| Expand capacity as teacher leaders | 72% | Ignited Teachers hold school / district leadership positions | Industry experiences are shared within schools and districts |
| Improve teacher effectiveness | 95% | Ignited Teachers increased confidence in STEM teaching abilities | Students learn more effectively |
| Encourage student engagement in and enthusiasm for STEM | 100% | Ignited Teachers report positive impact on student learning | Students stay interested in STEM careers |
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Projects
See a small sample of the 4,106 summer projects we’ve supported since 1985
Program Impact Report
1985-2000
An external evaluation of Ignited’s programs for the first 15 years
Program Impact Report
2001-2012
An external evaluation of Ignited’s programs from the early 2000’s