Microschools Powered by PAST

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Personalized, community-rooted learning for the next generation of STEM leaders

PAST Microschools integrate personalized, community-focused learning environments, tailored to address STEM education challenges. Partnering with community, academic, and industry stakeholders, we customize programs to meet student needs.

The PAST Foundation Innovation Lab is integral to each Microschool’s framework, operating for over a decade and impacting hundreds of students from underrepresented backgrounds. Through this lab, students have immersive, hands-on learning experiences, personalized mentorship, and invaluable exposure to real-world applications in STEM.

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Explore Our Microschools

Early IT Microschool

A partnership with the University of Cincinnati empowering high school students to earn early college credit and pursue careers in information technology.

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Medicine & Biotechnology Microschool

A collaboration with Columbus State introducing students to college-level healthcare and biotech coursework, career pathways, and professional certifications.

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Why Microschools?

Microschools create tight-knit communities where students receive the attention, structure, and challenge they need to thrive. Our model is particularly effective for students from underserved populations who benefit from culturally responsive, hands-on education. Our approach integrates anthropology and STEM to deliver culturally relevant educational experiences.

Interested in Launching a Microschool?

We partner with school districts to co-design custom microschool experiences that match local workforce needs and student interests. Our team supports districts with recruitment, summer boot camps, curriculum design, data collection, and ongoing mentorship.

Bring a PAST Microschool to your district or organization.