Testimonials

I truly believe this meets the President’s intent of investing in our children’s education for our country’s future.

Military members get great enjoyment out of sharing their profession and experiences. All the people I have spoken with love this program.

STARBASE is a wonderful program put on by wonderful folks. It’s great seeing the kids exposed to technical areas in a manner that breaks down the ‘intimidation factor’ such that they can get excited about STEM activities. They see, touch, and do...

The biggest joy of being a commander out here is seeing the ability of this program to get off the ground this last April, to already have 240 students from Las Vegas Valley graduate from the course. That one programs ability to give back to the...

It makes my job a more positive experience when I have time to spend with STARBASE. The kids' excitement towards science reminds me what I’m really working towards every day.

DoD STARBASE has a great influence on the community by teaching skills that youth can apply in everyday life, and by showing them how they can impact the future to become better citizens and make the world a better place.

Dear Ms. Vanek, I am writing today to express my sincere appreciation for the opportunities afforded East Hartford Public Schools through the Department of Defense's STARBASE program. As a district we have supported the inclusion of DoD STARBASE...

As an elementary school principal, nothing is more exciting than the opportunity to watch children as they challenge themselves and ignite an enthusiasm for learning. The DoD STARBASE program does just that. The DoD STARBASE program is an...

It is with deep gratitude that I thank DoD STARBASE Kelly for the reverberating positive impact they have on thousands of students in Southwest Independent School District (SWISD). Our partnership with DoD STARBASE Kelly started in February 1993...

This program is a dream come true, because it is a group of people who value and respect a child’s natural curiosity. This program guides children through constructive discovery and inquiry…

DoD STARBASE is a wonderful experience for my students; it provides them the opportunity to learn about STEM in a fun, hands-on environment. My students are always excited to tell others back at school what they have learned.

I had pretty high expectations for the program, and my son was very excited in the months and weeks beforehand, but I could not have anticipated the high quality of our experience.

The experience was unbelievable. I learned so much; so much that I’m teaching my dad and mom!

Before I went to STARBASE, I felt like I wasn’t good at S.T.E.M., but when I was done I felt like a genius at it. It was really interesting because the staff made it interesting. They didn’t teach it out of a boring textbook. They made it REALLY...

My favorite thing about STARBASE is that it is not boring. You can have fun while you work!

After STARBASE I want to ask more questions like 'how is it doing that?', 'where did that come from?' and figuring things out.

It was really fun being at STARBASE! You guys made all of the boring processes FUN! And you taught us hard things in 5 minutes because you made the process so simple! PS. When I grow up, I now want to be a marine biologist.

I wanted to tell you that Derek is having the best time this week. I am starting to think that his career will be in engineering. This is a great program, and I am a HUGE fan!!! I am glad to see Derek having a good time with school!

My daughter has always been interested in math and science, but STARBASE has shown her a more advanced math and science in which she enjoys the challenges.

With local school budgets increasingly stressed and limited enrichment available to students most in need, STARBASE is a critical resource for the region that brings two different worlds together to solve ‘impossible’ problems and dream...

This experience opened my son’s eyes to the possibilities of career choices for what he loves. He always said he didn't want to go to college; however, all that has changed. When he got in my car this afternoon he was on fire to learn more and one...

You guys run an amazing educational program! My son who is very intelligent, but super quiet, has not stopped talking about all the activities that you have done and the science behind those activities. Now all you need to do is open a school! We...

At Gulfstream Aerospace Corp., we design, manufacture, market and service the world’s most advanced business-jet aircraft. We could not do any of that without our highly skilled employees. To ensure a continued stream of qualified employees, it is...

"DoD STARBASE Minnesota’s teaching staff is outstanding at presenting the hands-on curriculum with enthusiasm and skill." I have had the honor and privilege to be a member of the DoD STARBASE Minnesota Board of Directors for the past several years....

Sometime in 2006, the spouses of both Wing Commanders at Minot Air Force Base requested a meeting with me and the Chair of the Board of the Chamber. Their topic of conversation was DoD STARBASE, and I quickly learned that DoD STARBASE was all about...

On behalf of the more than 45,000 members of the National Guard Association of the United States (NGAUS) and the nearly 500,000 soldiers and airmen of the National Guard, I am proud to endorse the Department of Defense STARBASE program. During our...

Normally, in class we just read books when we are learning about Science but not in STARBASE We actually get to touch stuff!

I have been to DoD STARBASE many times with my fifth graders and enjoyed seeing their excitement every day...now I am lucky enough to experience DoD STARBASE as a parent. My son has not stopped talking about what he is doing each day…It is so...

The Mad River School District, located in Riverside, Ohio, lies within feet of arguably one of the largest, most diverse, and organizationally complex Bases in the Air Force - Wright Patterson Air Force Base (WPAFB). Spanning over five decades, the...

It is with great appreciation that I write this letter in support of the Winchester STARBASE Program. I have had the opportunity to send hundreds of students to DoD STARBASE over the last many years as a principal for multiple schools. I have seen...

The Winchester DoD STARBASE program has made a huge impact on the fifth grade students in my school and in other schools in the Frederick County and Winchester area. The program provides much needed access to quality STEM instruction which is so...

"I believe our collaboration with DoD STARBASE for the Team America Rocketry Challenge as well as our visits to STARBASE Los Alamitos were instrumental in us being awarded this two-year grant." We are looking forward to working with DoD STARBASE...

As the newest member of the DoD STARBASE team, I am honored to be a Board Advisor for STARBASE Indiana, Inc. In 2015, I had the privilege of visiting Fort Wayne, Indiana with STARBASE Indiana Executive Director Dr. Scott Liebhauser and Board Member...

Educating our nation's youth is the biggest investment we as a country can make. Our partnership between the Montana National Guard and DoD STARBASE is centered on that investment. Montana DoD STARBASE locations, Fort Harrison (Helena) and Great...

Enhancing the skills of and encouraging the future generation of leaders through programs such as DoD STARBASE are critical for the future success of our state and nation. By increasing interest in science, technology, engineering and mathematics...

I enthusiastically support the Department of Defense STARBASE program. Over the past ten years, STARBASE Swamp Fox has grown tremendously and now reaches over 1,100 students per year, from twenty-one schools and nine school districts. STARBASE...

"Students also experience a true sense of working collaboratively as young scientists in the field. DoD STARBASE is a program that will stay with students for a lifetime." The culminating experience for our elementary science program is attending...

The Port of Portland owns and operates three airports in Oregon, the largest of which is Portland International Airport, or PDX. As part of our commitment to community livability, PDX has supported a proactive approach to aviation noise management...

The Rolls-Royce Heritage Trust, Allison Branch, Inc. [An Indiana Not-for-Profit and IRS 501 c3 Educational Museum] has been proud to work with the STARBASE Indiana - Indianapolis team, both staff and students, as we jointly ran Science Technology...

"As a youth, I was fortunate enough to grow up in Huntsville, Alabama where my dad worked on the Saturn V." As a youth, I was fortunate enough to grow up in Huntsville, Alabama where my dad worked on the Saturn V. In 5th grade, because I was good...

Our Oklahoma National Guard relies on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) for careers both on the ground and in the air. Success is achieved through the technical expertise and proficiency of our Soldiers and Airmen. This path...

As leaders, we are charged to inspire others to achieve greatness while also finding effective solutions to the challenges of today and tomorrow. The partnership between DoD STARBASE and the Indiana National Guard is one of the most exciting,...

"We are proud of the strong partnership between the National Guard and the DoD STARBASE program here in Texas" We are proud of the strong partnership between the National Guard and the DoD STARBASE program here in Texas and the impact it has had on...

If you’re not familiar with Tinker Air Force Base’s relationship with DoD STARBASE, then I am excited to tell you about it. DoD STARBASE is an initiative to develop STEM knowledge, skills and interest in youth. DoD STARBASE uses hands-on learning...

The future of our nation’s security and economy depends on our military strength and the education of our youth in STEM career fields to fill critical civilian and military positions. The need for specialized, technical workers in our country...

As part of our ongoing commitment to Soldiers and Families, we have long enjoyed a partnership with DoD STARBASE Oklahoma. In fact, we opened our first classroom on Fort Sill in Fiscal Year 2009. The intent to offer DoD STARBASE under our Family...