PAST Foundation

Summer may be wrapping up, but the learning doesn't stop.

Our Portable Innovation Labs (PILs) had an incredible summer in camps, giving students the opportunity to explore, build, experiment, and solve real-world STEM challenges through hands-on learning. From engineering and environmental science to technology and design, these labs sparked curiosity and kept students engaged every step of the way.

As the new school year approaches, there's no better time to bring a PIL into your classroom. These ready-to-use kits make it easy for educators to deliver meaningful, inquiry-based STEM experiences that students genuinely look forward to.

Here's to another year of inspiring the next generation of innovators. Learn more about Portable Innovation Labs @ https://www.pastfoundation.org/innovation-lab

Our Workforce Development Business Cohort had an incredible opportunity to visit the new Columbus Fashion Alliance facility, where students explored the intersection of creativity, entrepreneurship, and innovation. Experiences like these help bring classroom learning to life and inspire the next generation of business leaders.

A special thank you to Columbus Fashion Alliance for welcoming our students and sharing your time, knowledge, and passion with us; we're grateful for your partnership!

Yesterday, we celebrated 62 outstanding Workforce Development graduates and the incredible achievements they accomplished throughout the program. 🎓

Together, these students earned more than 300 industry-recognized certifications, including Adobe Creative Cloud and Lean Six Sigma, demonstrating their commitment to developing the skills needed for future careers.

We're especially proud of the student team behind Connect Care, whose innovative solution earned a $750 grant to help move their idea forward. Their success reflects the creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving that defined this graduating class.

To all of our graduates—congratulations! Your hard work, determination, and innovation have made this a class to remember, and we can't wait to see the impact you'll make next.

Today we celebrated an incredible milestone as our Workforce Development graduates crossed the stage, earning industry-recognized certifications and taking the next step toward bright futures. We couldn't be more proud of each student's hard work and determination.

A huge thank you to our sponsors, partners, families, and supporters who made this journey possible. Your investment in these students is creating lasting impact.

Keep the celebration going tomorrow by tuning in to 10TV between 9:00 and 10:00 AM for our 10-minute feature highlighting our Workforce Development program and the amazing accomplishments of our graduates. We can't wait to share their stories with you!

Link: https://www.10tv.com/video/news/live_stream/the-big-picture/530-97bdc67d-95dd-45cf-be34-27e6ade482ef

A big thank you to Columbus State Community College for providing our Workforce Development Biomedical Cohort with a welcoming classroom space to learn, collaborate, and grow this summer. Having access to an engaging learning environment helps our students build the knowledge and confidence they'll carry into future careers. We're grateful for your support and partnership in helping prepare the next generation of healthcare professionals.

With graduation upon us, the 2026 Workforce Development Program took an exciting drone send-off video. Here's a behind-the-scenes look into the photograph and our brilliant innovators’ second-to-last day in their programming.

Creativity was on full display all summer long! 🎨📸 From colorful art projects and crafty creations to exploring photography through new perspectives, our students expressed themselves, built new skills, and let their imaginations shine. Here's to a summer filled with creativity and inspiration!

What a summer! ☀️ From hands-on STEM challenges to new friendships and unforgettable discoveries, our students made every moment count. Thank you to everyone who helped make this an incredible season of learning, curiosity, and fun.

What a week at PAST Foundation's Pickleball Camp! 🏓 Students explored the science behind the game, discovering how physics shapes every serve, bounce, and rally while building STEM skills through hands-on learning. By the end of the week, their confidence and gameplay had improved tremendously, proving that learning and play make the perfect team.

🚀Our Portable Innovation Labs are in use year-round! Each PIL offers unique, ready-to-use lab experiences designed to spark curiosity and connect learning to real-world careers. Labs spanning PreK-12th grade content, there is a lab for everyone in every subject. Swipe through to see the different PILs we’ve used this summer.

🔗 Learn more about our PILs at pastfoundation.org/pils