A 501(c)(3) organization supporting students
The mission of CPSSSF, Inc. is to foster Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (“STEM”) education among Chicago Public Schools (“CPS”) students by serving as a catalyst for the development of a cadre of -STEM literate students; empowering these students to engage in science and engineering practices; and providing these students with a public forum to present and have their work evaluated by professionals in specialized fields of study.
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A story of STEM Exhibition success
Lane Tech student designs affordable prosthetic arm, wins 2025 National STEM Champion
At Lane Tech High School on the city's north side, the future is now. Students are working toward their futures and one young man working for the betterment of all.
A story of STEM Exhibition success
In the spring of 2023, Landra Ream was selected as a sophomore to represent Lane Tech at the city-wide science fair held at Illinois Tech to present her project “Effect of A. Indica on Soil pH and Plant Growth.” While she was selected to advance to the state competition for the symposium only, the bigger prize was Dr. Amy Stark selected her for one of two full scholarships for the DNA Learning Center’s residential summer camp...Read more
Annual Exhibition of CPS Student STEM Research
The annual CPS Citywide Exhibition of Student STEM Research is the premier event conducted and sponsored by CPS Student Science Fair, Inc.
Showcasing hundreds of the best-of-the best student projects from participating schools across the city, the 75th annual exhibition will be held March 13-16, 2025.
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE ANNUAL EXHIBITION