STEM Education

REAP’s STEM program takes a holistic approach to learning, combining classroom subjects with hands-on activities that spark curiosity and problem-solving. This approach builds confidence and practical skills that students can apply in school and in their communities.

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STEM Program Highlights

STEM education gives students the tools to explore, create, and solve problems that matter in their communities. It’s not just about science — it’s about building confidence, opportunity, and a future with more possibilities.

STEM kits made in Ghana for classroom use
Training sessions for teachers
Hands-on workshops for students
Activities that connect learning to real-life challenges

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experiments and lessons introduced to low resourced classrooms

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schools across Ghana benefit from REAP's STEM programs

REAP STEM Offerings

STEM Clubs

Hands-on, after-school programs where students explore science, engineering, and problem-solving through engaging, low-resource activities.

STEM Center

A dedicated space in Nsawam offering experiments, lending kits, weekend access, and enrichment for students and teachers from across the district.

Teacher Training

Equips local educators with the tools, materials, and confidence to bring STEM into classrooms that often lack labs or science resources.

Competitions

Encourage student innovation through school-wide and district-level events — showcasing ideas, building confidence, and inspiring national recognition.

The Exploratory Design Challenge

Every year, REAP students take part in the Exploratory Design Competition, a challenge that empowers students to invent, prototype, and present real-world solutions using STEM.

REAP student wins first place

In 2024, one of REAP’s students won first place after creating a fully functional machine out of cardboard, earning him formal recognition from the Ghana Minister of Education.