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ASHBURN, VA (September 3, 2025) — JASON Learning is proud to announce that it has been named a winner in multiple categories of the 2025 Educators Pick Best of STEM® Awards, the only awards program created by educators, for educators, and judged by a qualified panel of STEM professionals. This national recognition highlights JASON’s continued leadership in STEM education and its commitment to empowering students and teachers with cutting-edge, real-world learning experiences.
Operated in partnership with the National Association of Biology Teachers (NABT) and MCH Strategic Data, the Educators Pick Best of STEM® Awards celebrate the most innovative, trusted, and distinctive products and services in STEM education. Thousands of STEM educators from across the country selected this year’s winners, spotlighting resources that are transforming teaching and learning in today’s classrooms.
“These awards are especially meaningful because they come directly from the educators we serve. To be recognized by teachers who know what it takes to inspire the next generation of scientists, engineers, and problem-solvers is a tremendous honor.”
—Dr. Eleanor Smalley, President and CEO of JASON Learning
2025 Award-Winning Programs
Winner: Best of STEM Supplemental Videos and Activities: Pre-K to Grade 2
JASON Learning x Playwatch Kids – Blending joyful storytelling with inclusive, standards-aligned learning, this early childhood program nurtures STEM habits of mind through play-based videos, songs, and hands-on activities. Designed for Pre-K–2 learners, it reflects diverse identities and supports all educators in delivering high-quality STEM experiences. Explore the Collection.
“Education and entertainment should go hand in hand for today’s children. At Playwatch and JASON Learning, our mission goes beyond teaching—we strive to create an engaging, inspiring atmosphere where learning feels exciting. This recognition is a true testament to the incredible educators who work every day to ensure every child can see themselves as the hero of their own story.”
—Joshua Bullock, Co-Founder: Playwatch Kids, Boom! Animation, Kingdomland
Winner: Best of STEM Freebies for Environmental Science
ReMA Recycling Collection – Created with the Recycled Materials Association (ReMA), this free K–12 resource collection features STEM activities, interactive games, and design challenges that spotlight sustainability and careers in recycling. It’s a classroom-ready toolkit that brings environmental literacy and real-world problem-solving to life—at no cost to educators. Explore the ReMA Recycling Collection
Winner: Best of STEM for Environmental Science
EcoVillage – In this student-led content, upper elementary learners build a sustainable town from the ground up, making decisions about businesses, natural resources, and community needs. Created in partnership with Greenacres Foundation and Indian Hill Schools in Ohio, EcoVillage blends environmental science with entrepreneurship and civics, fostering systems thinking, creativity, and a lifelong stewardship mindset. Explore EcoVillage.
Finalist: Trailblazer: Middle School STEM – Grades 4-8
Pathways to Your Future: STEM Career Exploration – This flexible, project-based curriculum created in partnership with Alexandria City Public Schools in Virginia introduces middle school students to in-demand careers across industries like cybersecurity, life sciences, and emerging tech. With diverse role models and real-world relevance, it fills the critical gap in early, equitable STEM career exploration—empowering students to connect their interests to future pathways. Explore Pathways to Your Future.
“I’m thrilled that JASON Learning has received this award and recognition. It is a direct result of the collaboration and partnership that inspires us to continue our mission of creating innovative and authentic content that’s engaging for students. I’m immensely proud of our team and grateful for the partners who shared our passion and brought this vision to life.”
—Lori Bedsole, Director of Content Development at JASON Learning
Building on Success
Since 2022, JASON Learning has proudly earned seven Best of STEM Awards, recognizing excellence across early learning, career exploration, environmental science, and professional development:
- 2022: JASON Early Childhood STEM Program in the “Trailblazer: Early Learning (PreK-6)” category
- 2022: NCSU Design & Pitch Challenges in STEM in the “Social Impact: Developing Citizen Scientists” category
- 2023: Pathways to Success: Career Exploration in the “CTE Champions: Career Exploration” category
- 2023: VIMS: Beyond the Water Bottle Microplastic Pollution in the “Social Impact Award: Developing Citizen Scientists” category
- 2024: Building a Greater Digital Future in the “CTE Champion: STEM” category
- 2024: STEM Ready: Seeking Sustainable Energy Solutions in the “Best of STEM: Environmental Science” category
- 2024: The JASON Learning Academy in the “Bridging the Gap: Professional Development” category
- 2024: (Finalist) for Trustworthy AI: Computer Vision Essentials in the “Best Use of AI for Teaching & Learning” category
With four new honors in 2025, JASON Learning continues to raise the bar in STEM education—offering equitable, real-world learning experiences that prepare today’s students for tomorrow’s opportunities. These awards reflect the voices of educators nationwide and affirm JASON’s mission to make STEM relevant, inclusive, and transformative for all learners.
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About JASON Learning
JASON Learning is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit transforming science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education through real-world STEM curricula, project-based learning experiences for PreK-12 students, and high-quality professional development for teachers. JASON’s mission is to “inspire and educate students everywhere through real science and exploration.” To learn more about JASON, visit https://jason.org/.
JASON Media Contact: Jenna Davis, jdavis@jason.org.
