STEM by State

STEM Education in Florida

Florida is a growing leader in STEM and STEAM education, emphasizing hands-on learning, innovation, and real-world problem-solving.

With strong state initiatives like the Florida STEM Strategic Plan and the adoption of Next Generation Sunshine State Standards (NGSSS)-based principles, the state is committed to equipping students with critical thinking, engineering, and technical skills needed for success.

At Strawbees, we support Florida’s STEM goals by providing engaging, hands-on learning tools that seamlessly integrate into science, technology, engineering, arts, and math curricula.

Educators across the state are using Strawbees to align with Florida’s curriculum standards, enhancing student engagement through inquiry-based learning and collaborative problem-solving.

In this page, you can find:

→ Curriculum Alignment

→ Success Stories

→ Grant Opportunities

→ Meet the Account Manager

Curriculum Alignment

Aligning STEAM with Florida's Curriculum

Decision-makers seek tools that align with state curriculum standards, and Strawbees meets this need by supporting Florida’s Next Generation Sunshine State Standards (NGSSS), Common Core State Standards (CCSS), and Career & Technical Education (CTE) pathways.

How Strawbees can align with Florida's Curriculum:

STEM and NGSSS

Strawbees can:

  • Support hands-on engineering design and problem-solving in science and math lessons.
  • Encourage inquiry-based learning by allowing students to build models and test their ideas.
  • Engage students in three-dimensional learning: Science & Engineering Practices, Disciplinary Core Ideas, and Crosscutting Concepts.

STEAM and Common Core (Math & ELA Integration)

Strawbees can:

  • Enhance mathematical reasoning through measurement, angles, and geometry in engineering challenges.
  • Improve literacy skills with inquiry-based discussions, reflections, and collaborative problem-solving.

STEAM and CTE & Maker Education

Strawbees can:

  • Support pathways in Engineering & Architecture, Information & Communication Technologies, and Manufacturing & Product Development.
  • Prepare students with career-ready skills in prototyping, iteration, and real-world problem-solving.
Success Stories

STEAM Success Stories in Florida

Educators and districts across Florida are incorporating Strawbees into their STEM and STEAM programs, from elementary makerspaces to high school engineering courses. Teachers report increased student engagement, collaboration, and critical thinking skills.

Pasco County Schools

Bobbi Starling, Senior Supervisor of Computer Science in Pasco County Schools came across Strawbees during an EdTech conference and was automatically drawn to the booth by the roller coaster our founder Erik built. Learn more about why Bobbi chose Strawbees for Pasco County.

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What Florida Teachers Say

Here’s what Floridan educators are saying about their experiences:

“Strawbees gives teachers the ability to really focus on their lessons and not worry about whether their lesson is going to hit the standards that they’re trying to teach. That’s a game changer."
Bobbi Starling
Bobbi Starling

Senior Supervisor of Computer Science at Pasco County Schools

"A lot of the other products available are huge and it's difficult to work with. But Strawbees is so simple. All you have to do is use the micro:bit. It's easy. They can make a silly alarm clock or machine or a safe."
Hala Rivera Rentas
Hala Rivera Rentas

Computer Science Teacher at Pasco County Schools

“I honestly feel like Strawbees is one of the easiest tools for engagement. It's versatile and students are very engaged.”
Patrina Conrow
Patrina Conrow

STEM Teacher at Pasco County Schools

Florida NGSSS

Strawbees Classroom, our online platform, contains a wide variety of lessons that are specifically designed to meet the Florida NGSSS Standards including introductions to multiple types of biomes, hydropower inventions and geometric shapes. You can sign up to Strawbees Classroom for free to see our available lessons.

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Grant opportunities

STEM Grants in Florida

Securing funding for STEM and STEAM education can be challenging, but Florida offers a variety of grants and funding sources to support hands-on learning initiatives.

Whether you're looking for statewide grants, federal funding, or private foundation support, there are numerous opportunities to bring innovative STEAM tools into the classroom.

Florida State & Federal Grants for STEM Education
Local & Private Grant Opportunities in Florida
  • Duke Energy STEM Grants – Funding for schools focused on STEM education initiatives.
  • The Able Trust Grants – Supports STEM education programs for students with disabilities.
  • Local Education Foundations & County Office of Education Grants – Many school districts and counties offer mini-grants for innovative STEM projects. Check with your local district.

How We Can Help with Grant Applications

If you're looking for funding to bring hands-on STEAM learning to your students, we do have a grant writing webinar you can watch to help support you.

Learn more →

Strawbees in Florida

Meet Rasmus

Ready to bring hands-on, standards-aligned STEAM learning to your classroom or district? Rasmus is here to support you every step of the way.

Speak to Rasmus directly to see how our tools can engage your students, or attend one of our Strawbees 101 webinars for more information on how to integrate into your curriculum or get a specific quote for your needs.

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Rasmus Carlsson
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