✊🏾 Black Excellence in STEM

188 Heroes.
One Powerful
Learning App.

STEM Heroes brings African American pioneers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics to life for K–12 students — through interactive flashcards, quizzes, and inspiring true stories.

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Mathematics · NASA

Katherine Johnson

Human Computer · 1918–2020

Calculated the flight paths that sent Americans to the Moon. John Glenn refused to fly until she checked the computers.

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What is STEM Heroes?

Representation that
Inspires the Next Generation

Research shows that students perform better and persist longer in STEM when they see people who look like them in those fields. STEM Heroes puts 188 real African American scientists, engineers, mathematicians, and innovators directly into students' hands.

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Interactive Flashcards

Flip cards reveal each hero's key achievement and a surprising fun fact. Real photos where available, vivid illustrations throughout.

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Built-in Quiz Mode

Three question types keep students engaged. Tracks streaks and scores, encouraging healthy competition and repeated learning.

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Search & Filter

Browse by STEM category — Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, Medicine, and Space. Search by name or field instantly.

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Works Everywhere

Runs in any browser on Chromebooks, iPads, phones, and desktops. No app download required for web version. Coming to iOS and Android.

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188 Real Heroes

From Benjamin Banneker (1731) to Kizzmekia Corbett's COVID-19 vaccine — spanning 300 years of Black excellence in STEM.

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All Ages

Written to engage students from elementary through high school. Simple enough for young learners, substantive enough for older students.

For Educators

Built for the Classroom.
Aligned to Real Standards.

STEM Heroes isn't just inspiring — it's educationally defensible. Districts can justify the purchase because the content maps directly to standards they're already required to meet.

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Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) Heroes organized by science and engineering practices; supports NOS (Nature of Science) instruction across all grade bands.
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Common Core ELA — Informational Text Each card functions as a biographical informational text, supporting RI.3–RI.8 reading standards for nonfiction.
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Black History / African American Studies Standards Directly addresses state-mandated Black history curriculum requirements. Covers historical through contemporary figures.
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Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Builds identity, belonging, and growth mindset by showing students what people who look like them have achieved.
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Computer Science & Career Awareness Expands student understanding of STEM careers — especially for students who have never seen Black professionals in these fields.

Six STEM categories covered:

Science (58)

Medicine (37)

Engineering (31)

Technology (25)

Math (20)

Space (17)

🗺️ State Mandates Creating Demand

These states have passed laws requiring Black history or African American studies instruction — creating a direct need for quality curriculum materials like STEM Heroes.

California Illinois New Jersey Delaware Connecticut Maine New York Washington Nevada Indiana Rhode Island Nebraska Michigan + more adopting

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Curriculum Alignment Guide Available

Licensed schools receive a full curriculum alignment document mapping STEM Heroes content to your state's specific standards — ready to present to your principal or curriculum director.

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Title I Eligible

STEM Heroes licensing is eligible for purchase using Title I federal education funds, making it accessible for schools with high-need student populations.

Licensing

Simple, Transparent Pricing

The app is always free for individual students. School and district licenses unlock classroom management tools, curriculum alignment guides, and priority support.

Individual

Free

Full access to all 188 heroes for individual students, parents, and educators exploring on their own.

✓ All 188 STEM Hero cards
✓ Flashcard + Quiz modes
✓ Search & category filter
✓ Works on all devices
— Curriculum guide
— Progress tracking

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Up and running in days,
not months.

No IT department required. No app to install. Works on every device your school already has.

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Sign the License

Simple one-page licensing agreement. Your district's legal team will have no trouble — we keep it straightforward.

Get Your Materials

Receive your curriculum alignment guide, lesson plan templates, and school access link within 48 hours of payment.

Students Start Learning

Share the link. No logins, no downloads, no IT tickets. Students open it on any device and start exploring immediately.

188 Heroes.One PowerfulLearning App.

Representation thatInspires the Next Generation

Built for the Classroom.Aligned to Real Standards.