Delaware STEM in Action!
The Delaware Foundation for Science and Mathematics Education is a business-community-government partnership throughout the State of Delaware. We work with educators and administrators by providing professional development on the best practices and improvements in STEM programs. We support and motivate all Delaware schools to produce a globally competitive workforce with STEM skills second to none. Learn More
Making STEM Dreams Come True
How to motivate all your students to excel and prepare for the future with engaging, STEM-based classroom lessons and activities. Find Out More
STEM: What You Need to Know
STEM is a curriculum-based concept integrating four disciplines — science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Find Out More
At the Cutting Edge of STEM
A key Council objective is to increase STEM literacy for all Delaware students including those who pursue non-STEM-related careers. More About the DE STEM Council
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DFSME’s March’s “Shining Light Award” Honors Chelina Tingle, Middle School STEM Educator
Chelina Tingle is a STEM teacher at Selbyville Middle School (SMS) in Indian River School District. Chelina came to SMS nine years ago with an extensive background in the sciences, biology in particular. She employs real-world problems to engage her students and is highly-motivated and driven, most likely attributed to her history as an athlete. […]
Thanks to Dr. Randy Guschl for Your Dedicated Service!
The Delaware Foundation for Science and Mathematics Education announces that Dr. Randy Guschl has stepped down from his role as Executive Director. Through Randy’s leadership, DFSME established a strong community of STEM education supporters. DFSME’s Board of Directors is grateful for his many significant contributions. Randy used his leadership to share his convictions around the […]
STEM ConnectED Day 2025
“STEM ConnectED Day” October 10, 2025 DFSME unites Delaware to support classroom teachers who inspire and prepare today’s students for the workforce of tomorrow. An unparalleled Professional Development (PD) opportunity! • Get exclusive access to leading statewide STEM businesses. • Witness innovative practices and cutting-edge technologies in diverse STEM fields. • Collaborate with industry professionals, […]
Nonprofit Spotlight: Delaware Foundation for Science and Mathematics Education (DFSME)
By Colin Heffinger | Originally published in Delaware Business Magazine, May / June 2025 It all starts with a single spark. From that moment a thought erupts, expanding and dispersing like wildfire, until it forges creativity, passion, and a growing hunger for knowledge. Whether working in health research, protecting the environment, or exploring how the […]
Charter School of Wilmington Wins National STEM Competition and $100K
Students from the Charter School of Wilmington have been named National Winners of the 15th annual Samsung Solve for Tomorrow STEM competition, taking home a $100,000 prize package for their groundbreaking healthcare innovation. Charter School of Wilmington won the national 2025 Samsung Solve for Tomorrow STEM competition. The Delaware high school students earned top honors after presenting […]