TOGETHER WE CAN ACCELERATE EDUCATION
At STEM, public funding covers the basics—but our students deserve more than “basic.” They deserve an education that sparks curiosity, builds confidence, and equips them to change the world. That’s where the Accelerator Fund comes in.
Every gift to the Fund goes directly toward enhancing every student’s experience—providing advanced learning materials, innovative clubs, competitive athletics, transformative trips, and real-world opportunities that simply aren’t possible through state funding alone. When you give, you’re not just making a donation—you’re fueling the very experiences that make STEM extraordinary: putting cutting-edge tools in students’ hands, sending them on journeys that expand their horizons, supporting clubs and teams that build character, and creating opportunities that inspire them to dream big.
Your generosity ensures that every student benefits from the enrichment that sets STEM apart, while also helping to close the gap between talent and opportunity in today’s industries.
Together, we can accelerate education, amplify opportunities, and empower tomorrow’s innovators, leaders, and changemakers.
GIVE TO THE ACCELERATOR FUND NOW
CHOOSE YOUR IMPACT
In honor of our 15th anniversary, Please consider a donation of
$1,500, $150 or $15/month.
For recurring donations, please log in to your MySchoolBucks account. If you have not yet created an account, go to MySchoolBucks to register. Once your account is established and you are logged in, you will have the option to set up a recurring donation.
If you’d like to align your giving with a specific area of passion, you are invited to email Donate@stemk12.org and someone from our fundraising team will work with you directly to ensure your gift matches a priority need, is stewarded responsibly, and maximizes impact.
Focused Fundraising for What Matters Most
Our approach is simple but powerful: we begin by funding the experiences that touch every student—clubs, athletics, student groups, and transformative trips—so their day-to-day opportunities are enriched. Then, with added generosity, we move to our annual ‘dream list,’ a set of bold initiatives tied directly to our strategic plan, ensuring that every gift not only impacts students today but also helps shape the future of our school.
academics & enrichment
A relevant STEM education requires continuous innovation and access to the right tools. The Accelerator Fund provides additional resources in our classrooms, ensuring that students benefit from engaging learning experiences and opportunities that are both relevant and impactful. With your support, we can:
- Fund Trip Access to reduce the cost of school trips
- Expand STEM programs through equipment and materials
- Support additional professional development opportunities
- Enhance technology and classroom resources for hands-on learning
- Make facility improvements
athletics &
arts
Competition, creativity, and performance build confidence and character. Athletics and arts are vital parts of that journey. Your investment helps students discover their passions, develop resilience, and showcase their talents on the field, on the stage, and in the studio. With your support, we can:
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Equip teams and ensembles with the tools they need to excel
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Open doors to competitions, exhibitions, and performances
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Provide training, coaching, and instruction that inspire growth
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Keep programs affordable so every student can participate
- Expand access to creative and artistic opportunities
community engagement
The power of a charter school is the strength of its community. We want to invest in developing our community and there is not enough funding from publicly funded per pupil dollars to adequately invest in community engagement. Your generosity allows us the opportunity to:
- Host community events
- Invest in public speakers
- Design a Student Showcase
- Organize summer get togethers
- Provide transportation for student experiences beyond the classroom
- Parent Teacher Community initiatives to promote school culture
WHY GIVE TO STEM
Fuel Innovation at the Source
Your gift equips students with tools, labs, and experiences that spark bold ideas—fueling the next big breakthroughs in science, technology, and beyond.
Build Tomorrow’s Problem-Solvers
Accelerator Fund dollars ensure students practice critical thinking and real-world problem solving today, so they can tackle the world’s toughest challenges tomorrow.
Level the Playing Field
Every student benefits—not just some. Your giving ensures equity by expanding access to enrichment, clubs, athletics, and transformative opportunities for all.
Create Lifelong Changemakers
By funding leadership, collaboration, and hands-on learning, you’re shaping students who will go on to lead with courage, compassion, and purpose.
Expand Opportunity Beyond the Classroom
From robotics competitions to educational travel, the Accelerator Fund makes possible experiences that expand horizons and ignite lifelong passions.
Leave a Legacy of Impact
Your generosity doesn’t just enhance today—it builds the foundation for generations of innovators and doers who will make the world better.
YOUR GIFT AT WORK: TURNING DREAMS INTO CAREERS
ACCELERATOR FUND - Frequently Asked Questions
- Why does a charter school need an annual fund if it already receives public funding?
- How are student groups, clubs, and activities funded?
- Why should I give an unrestricted gift?
- Can I designate my gift for a specific class, club, or team?
- Is my donation tax-deductible?
- How is the Accelerator Fund different from PTC or Booster Club fundraising?
- How do you decide which items or programs to fund each year?
- WHO CAN I CONTACT IF I HAVE A QUESTION ABOUT MY DONATION?