The Washington MESA model
Our programs support students from middle school through college, and as they prepare for careers in STEM.
We provide students with tutoring, specialized courses, mentorship and supportive networks. In addition, we offer training to teachers and parents so that everyone in a student鈥檚 orbit is better equipped to guide them through their educational journey.
Washington is one of the 8 states in the network of Mathematics Engineering Science Achievement (MESA). MESA is nationally recognized for its innovative and effective academic development program.
3,181
Students Served
52
MESA Teachers
38
Participating Schools
15
School Districts
12
Community Colleges
2
Four-Year Colleges
Mission
We empower students by providing them with a community that supports their pathways to higher education in STEM, through mentorships, academic programs, and interactive workshops.
Vision
Student in Washington State have the educational support and tools to create innovative solutions as they become the next leaders in STEM.
Our Partners
- Boeing
- Weyerhaeuser
- Microsoft
- PNNL
- All colleges that host MESA programs
What’s new?
Washington MESA has redesigned our program to align with contemporary challenges and needs. We鈥檙e bringing greater focus on students by offering more guided pathways to success and more options to get there.
A newly developed logic model identifies objectives and activities for every phase of the student鈥檚 educational journey, from sixth grade to a college degree. We鈥檒l monitor the progress of MESA students and teachers, assess the program鈥檚 performance, demonstrate its impact, and hold ourselves accountable to our many supporters.
Our mission to give a voice and opportunities to students hasn鈥檛 changed. What has changed is how we achieve that mission.