The Mission
STEM is an acronym for science, technology, engineering, and math. STEM skills are in demand, and not just in technical fields. The data shows that students with STEM experience are more successful at finding jobs, and are getting paid more, too.
But STEM in schools is not just about future careers. Rather, STEM fields emphasize creativity, innovation, problem-solving, logical thinking, critical thinking, and more. These skills have immediate and measurable impact on classroom performance, collaboration, and, most importantly, student confidence.
If you are just getting started with STEM in your school, review our CLASS TECH page for technology recommendations. Otherwise, check out the PROJECTS.
"There are lots of great resources for schools and teachers looking to introduce STEM into their classrooms. But there has long been a need for actual field-tested projects specifically designed for Torah based institutions and their students, which is why Torah STEM was created."
Classroom Tech
Detailed recommendations for hardware and software deployments, specifically optimized for educational environments with limited or no student internet access.
ACCESS_FILE ↗Project Archive
Classroom assignments and full-scale lessons uniquely integrated with the weekly Parsha, Yomim Tovim, and significant events in the Jewish calendar.
ACCESS_FILE ↗Educator Resources
A curated database of external assets, including recommended literature, professional documentation, and interactive digital directories.
ACCESS_FILE ↗The Team
Ben Forta
Rebooter-in-Chief
Author, educator, and technologist with decades of experience in the software industry. Ben focuses on making complex technology accessible to students and educators alike, and has taught more than a million people how to code.
Yisroel Forta
Chef de CuisineFull-stack developer, Android engineer, and systems architect responsible for core platform stability and high-performance mobile deployments.
Shmuel Forta
Rubik's NemesisEngineer, full-stack-developer, and co-author of Captain Code which teaches coding to teens through practical, project-based learning.
Eli Forta
Radical Renderer3D printing and laser cutting specialist.
Daniel Forta
'Em All CatcherEngineer, full-stack-developer, and AI enthusiast specializing in the integration of emerging intelligence tools into traditional curriculum.
Ezra Forta
Dr. FrankengeneMice and bugs beware.
Yisroel Goldberg
Dunk MasterKing of rizz, master of whatever is cool.
Contact Us
Have questions, suggestions, or want to get involved? We'd love to hear from you.
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