Frequently Asked Questions

About Battelle Education

  • Battelle Education is a mission-driven nonprofit that designs, delivers, and scales education programs to prepare students for future careers. We operate state networks in Ohio and Tennessee, manage a national coalition of STEM organizations through STEMx, and partner with funders and employers to expand access to high-quality STEM learning.

  • Battelle Education is a nonprofit subsidiary of Battelle Memorial Institute, the world’s largest independent nonprofit research and development organization. Battelle Memorial Institute was founded in 1929 and has reinvested in STEM education as part of its philanthropic mission for decades. Battelle Education carries forward that work through dedicated staff, programs, and partnerships.

  • Yes, Battelle Education is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Our EIN is 46-0585021, and donations and grants are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.

  • We operate state networks in Ohio and Tennessee, coordinate a national network spanning 50 organizations across 37 states, and run programs with partners in additional states. Our work with funders and federal partners continues to expand our geographic reach.

For Educators

  • Visit our Programs page to explore current offerings, including the Battelle Teacher Academy, state network resources, and professional learning opportunities. Program availability varies by location and funding cycle.

  • Educators in Ohio can access resources through the Ohio STEM Learning Network. Tennessee educators can visit the Tennessee STEM Innovation Network. Educators in other states can explore resources through STEMx or contact us to learn about upcoming opportunities.

For Funders & Partners

  • We work with foundations, government agencies, corporations, and industry partners to design and deliver programs. Partnerships can range from funding specific initiatives to co-developing new programs aligned with your goals. Visit our Contact Us page to start a conversation.

  • Our partnerships typically fall into three categories:

    • Advance STEM Teaching – Funding professional development and educator capacity-building
    • Expand Workforce Readiness – Supporting career pathway programs and industry-education connections
    • Connect Systems – Investing in network infrastructure, collective impact initiatives, and cross-sector coordination

  • We track outputs (educators trained, students reached) and outcomes (changes in teacher practice, student engagement, credential attainment, attendance improvements). Many of our programs include third-party evaluations. Recent evaluations have been conducted by ICF and Vanderbilt University.

  • Yes. Visit our Contact Us page to request reports on programs and impact reporting. Be sure to describe what areas of programs you’re most interested in.

  • Partnerships range from program sponsorships to major multi-year initiatives. We work with funders to scope programs that align with your investment capacity and goals.

For Education Leaders

  • Explore our Programs page to identify offerings that align with your needs, then visit Contact Us to start a conversation. We work with districts, regional service centers, and state agencies to customize implementation

  • In Ohio and Tennessee, we support schools through a state-recognized STEM or STEAM designation process. Visit the OSLN or TSIN program pages to learn more about the process and how to get started.

  • Stay in the Game! is a public-private partnership focused on reducing chronic absenteeism in Ohio. Visit our Stay in the Game! program page or stayinthegame.org to learn about participation.

Programs & Networks

    • OSLN (Ohio STEM Learning Network) – A public-private partnership with the Ohio Department of Education & Workforce, serving educators and schools across Ohio since 2007.
    • TSIN (Tennessee STEM Innovation Network) – A public-private partnership with the Tennessee Department of Education, serving 81 counties since 2010.
    • STEMx – A national coalition of 50 statewide STEM organizations across 37 states, focused on sharing practices and advocating for STEM education.
    • Stay in the Game! – An Ohio-based attendance network combining district support, research partnerships, and public awareness campaigns to reduce chronic absenteeism.

  • STEMx membership is open to statewide STEM organizations. Visit STEMx.us to learn about membership and current initiatives.

Still have questions?

Visit our Contact Us page.

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