“The Science Explorers activities were thoughtful, creative and very exciting! There isn’t a better way to get the entire school fired up about science! Science Explorers is an extremely beneficial hands-on experience for ALL students! Our students of all abilities (from the gifted to special needs) were excited and engaged in science activities. Science Explorers provided unique activities for our children they would never, in their lifetime, experience! Our students talked about the awesome activities they did all year long! The science topics were very relevant to the state standards for our science curriculum The Science Explorer staff was profession, knowledgeable, and extremely enthusiastic! (Not to forget FUN!) Science Explorers exhibit an enthusiasm for science that is contagious! The Science Explorers program promotes a curiosity in science and learning! We miss Science Explorers this year!”       – Ruthie Gordon, Fourth grade teacher

“My children have attended Science Explorers camps for three years, and every single time they come home laughing, telling exciting stories, and looking forward to the next day. From the time they dissected a shark to the fun (and safe) chemistry experiments they brought home to share with me, I have been amazed at the variety of great activities the Science Explorers folks come up with. My daughter even wanted to attend Take A Dive camp a second time last summer! I can’t say enough about Science Explorers. It’s my kids favorite part of every summer.” – Claudia Lewis, parent

“If it’s not fun, we’re not doing it” is Jennifer Moorehead’s motto. Specifically, it’s her approach to science. It’s also why, as founder of Science Explorers, a Lancaster County–based science “edutainment” presenter, she calls herself “Jupiter Jen.” The organization gets kids and adults excited about science via school assemblies, after-school clubs, in-service days, family science nights, summer camps and more…

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Science Explorers, a hands-on science education company based in Lancaster County received special recognition at this year’s 15th Annual Technology Awards Gala.

Organizers decided they had encountered an exceptional organization that needed to be recognized so they created the “Making a Difference” award for Science Explorers and its founder, Jennifer Moorehead.

“Ms. Moorehead’s dedication to the idea that “science projects are really kid stuff” and that children are inspired when they have the opportunity to learn through a hands-on approach garnered our desire to recognize her commitment to demystifying science and inspiring children to love science,” stated Kelly Lewis, President & CEO of the Technology Council .

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2007 Making a Difference Award at the 15th Annual Technology Council of Central Pennsylvania Awards banquet

2007 Nominee for Educator of the Year through the Technology Council

2001 CEO Jennifer Moorehead is chosen as one of the “Dynamic Women of Harrisburg” by Harrisburg Magazine

2000 Nominee for Educator of the Year by the Technology Council of Central Pennsylvania

1999 Recipient of the Ben Franklin Transformation Business Services Network Award for New Business