Kern County STEM

Hands-On Discovery for Every Child

EpiSTEM brings tactile K–12 science experiments to Central Valley families, fostering curiosity with everyday materials and low-barrier workshops.

Tactile Learning

Science Built, Not Just Taught

We believe the most profound learning happens through doing. Our workshops focus on simple experiments kids can recreate, using materials found at home or school, making STEM accessible and exciting.

From cardboard gears to vinegar rockets, students engage directly with scientific principles, developing problem-solving skills and a lasting love for exploration.

What We Offer

Engaging STEM for All Ages

EpiSTEM provides diverse opportunities for K–12 students to dive into science, technology, engineering, and math.

Monthly Workshops

Community Events

Take-Home Experiments

Low-cost, hands-on sessions covering topics from coding to chemistry, designed for Kern County families to discover together.

Interactive science fairs and pop-up experiment stations at local schools and community centers, bringing discovery to your neighborhood.

Simple, engaging activities with everyday materials, empowering students to continue their scientific exploration beyond our sessions.

Our Promise

Science isn't locked behind university doors—it lives in cardboard gears, vinegar rockets, and curious questions at the kitchen table.

Every child in Kern County deserves the spark of discovery, regardless of school budget or zip code. We make it happen.

By the Numbers

Making a Real Difference in Kern County

20+

Workshops Hosted

500+

Students Engaged

100%

Everyday Materials