our mission
Inspire and motivate students to pursue careers in Engineering, Science, Technology and Mathematics through participation in a project-based-learning robotics education program addressing real-world issues.
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208,512
Students
26,064
Teachers
32,640
Volunteers
30
YEARS
About Us
BEST is a volunteer, non-profit organization executing a STEM education program throughout the United States. BEST is an extracurricular academic experience that engages students through teamwork, self-directed learning, apprenticeship, and problem solving.
Our Core Principles
- Students are the primary participants and benefactors.
- Students perform all of the work.
- There are no participation fees for schools.
- Equipment is provided at no cost to participating schools.
- BEST is an equal opportunity program. Any public, private, or home school may participate in BEST.
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BEST has helped me grow in areas such as public speaking, communication, and working with others”
Contact us
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- 612-927-2642
- education@bestinc.org
- https://www.bestrobotics.org
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