Who We Are
About stem+M
stem+M is an education system built with purpose. stem+M prepares students for careers in manufacturing while meeting the demands of a changing world. Backed by Diversified Educational Systems (DES), the program delivers a complete, integrated package that brings hands-on manufacturing education directly into public school classrooms.
With a 90-hour curriculum, lab equipment, teacher training, environment, and turnkey implementation support, stem+M helps deliver credible career-connected learning at a time when workforce readiness is a national priority. Our system is designed to launch quickly, scale efficiently, and build skills that matter.
A National Need, A Practical Solution
The United States faces a critical shortage of skilled manufacturing professionals. As jobs go unfilled, both economic growth and national security are at risk. stem+M addresses this challenge at its root by introducing middle school students to real-world technical learning early: at the moment when curiosity is high and futures haven’t locked in.
The program aligns with 95% of ITEEA’s Standards for Technological and Engineering Literacy and meets federal workforce development goals. Students engage in relevant, applied learning while building core skills in problem-solving, collaboration, and technology.
Future Careers
stem+M empowers students to explore manufacturing careers with confidence and curiosity. Through collaborative projects, real-world challenges, and exposure to industry tools, they begin to see themselves not just as learners, but as future makers.
Built for the Classroom
stem+M was designed to remove friction for schools by including everything a district needs for a successful program. Our team provides lab planning support before the system is installed, making the process seamless and launch simple. The Learning Management System (LMS) and instructor resources walk educators through every step, so that teachers can deliver student-centered instruction in full confidence. Comprehensive instructor resources include competency maps, setup and organization systems, pacing guides, and more, all designed to keep instruction consistent and outcomes clear.
Each lab is equipped with classroom-ready tools and technology that enable tactile learning and collaboration. Instruction is structured to include both whole-class and small group experiences, making it easy to implement in a range of classroom settings. Consumables and materials arrive prepackaged for each title, ready for immediate use, and our expert team assists with onsite installation and support to ensure a smooth launch.
stem+M is designed to integrate seamlessly and deliver consistent results.
A Solution That Delivers, At Scale
This is more than a curriculum. stem+M is a manufacturing readiness system built to address America’s rapidly growing skills gap. It’s a system backed by federal partnerships, industry insight, and real classroom outcomes that delivers measurable impact – giving districts, boards, and funders the confidence they need. This growing socioeconomic problem requires a tactical, proof-driven, and ready-to-deliver solution to address the skills gap crisis at hand. stem+M does just that.
The program has already launched in multiple school districts and states, with over 1,000 students enrolled annually, and is built to grow. With DES’s deep experience in education and implementation, each deployment is handled with care, speed, and precision.
LET’S BUILD WHAT’S NEXT
stem+M is a strategic response to a national challenge. By connecting education to workforce needs, we help students see a future they can build with their own hands. It equips educators with a solution they can rely on, and helps families know their children are gaining skills that open real opportunities. If you’re looking for a partner to help your district deliver results, or an organization looking to improve the future of America’s workforce, stem+M is ready to work with you.
Ready to bring stem+M to your school?