What if you could catch a glimpse of the future?
Now you can! Watch the next generation of innovators, changemakers, and community champions take the stage at the CEF National You Be The Solution Challenge™.
The Top 5 National Finalist teams emerged from more than 13,000 students across North America! These students not only demonstrated a passion for STEM, but they also showed that through STEM they can tackle real-world problems and create sustainable solutions that will change our communities.
This incredible Challenge season would not have been possible without the support, commitment, and generosity of our sponsors. On behalf of CEF, our Board of Trustees, students, educators, and parents, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to the companies that fuel our mission. Their investment is helping students discover their potential, pursue meaningful careers, and build brighter futures.
Together, we are Creating Exciting Futures in STEM!
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Creating Exciting Futures in STEM by igniting a passion for science in K-8 students through our FREE programs!
For 35 years, CEF has been inspiring K-8 students, engaging educators, and strengthening communities through our free programs and resources. When it comes to preparing the STEM workforce – those industries relying on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics – often the focus is on students in high school and post-secondary education. However, research tells us that if students aren’t ins
06/12/2026
A heartfelt thank you to RDC for supporting the CEF You Be The Solution Challenge™ as a valued sponsor.
Their support helped students across North America strengthen their understanding of STEM and explore pathways to rewarding future careers. RDC’s contribution encourages curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving among young learners.
We sincerely appreciate RDC's dedication to Creating Exciting Futures in STEM!
06/11/2026
We are proud to recognize NextGen Chemical for their generous sponsorship of the CEF You Be The Solution Challenge™.
Their support helped inspire students across North America to engage with STEM, tackle real-world challenges, and explore exciting opportunities for their future careers. Through their commitment, they supported meaningful learning experiences that empower the next generation of innovators.
Thank you, NextGen Chemical, for helping us in Creating Exciting Futures in STEM!
06/11/2026
We would like to express our gratitude to Hexion for their generous sponsorship of the CEF You Be The Solution Challenge™.
Thanks to their support, students from across North America had the chance to explore the world of STEM and gain insight into potential career paths. Hexion's contribution has been instrumental in providing opportunities for the next generation of innovators and problem solvers.
We are truly thankful for their commitment to Creating Exciting Futures in STEM!
06/10/2026
We are grateful to Misha Bhatt from Third Coast for contributing her time and expertise as a judge for the CEF National Challenge!
Thank you for investing in students, celebrating their achievements, and helping foster a passion for STEM that will last for years to come.
Your dedication to our mission is Creating Exciting Futures in STEM!
06/10/2026
Thank you, Scot Bodnar, from Coastal Chemical - A Brenntag Group Company, for helping make the CEF National Challenge a success!
Your support and thoughtful feedback encouraged students to think critically, communicate confidently, and explore future opportunities in STEM.
We value your time and commitment to Creating Exciting Futures in STEM!
06/10/2026
We are grateful to Cesar Meza of Olin for volunteering as a judge at the CEF National Challenge.
Innovation thrives when industry professionals give back. Thank you for helping students showcase their creativity, critical thinking, and passion for STEM.
Your support is paving the path to Creating Exciting Futures in STEM!
06/10/2026
A special thank you to Ryan Landon from NASA for serving as a judge at the CEF National Challenge!
Your expertise, encouragement, and commitment to supporting young innovators helped create an unforgettable experience for students as they showcased their sustainable solutions.
Thank you for Creating Exciting Futures in STEM!
06/07/2026
Beat the summer heat with our Cool Facts from our Summer STEM Snapshot!
CEF's programs, like the You Be The Solution Challenge, are designed to engage students at an early age and SPARK a passion for STEM.
Stay tuned all summer long as we share more Cool Facts and insights about the power of STEM education!
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06/04/2026
The celebrations continue! We are excited to recognize our Michigan team, MYCEL, for earning third place in the 2026 National CEF You Be The Solution Challenge™.
Through their sustainable solution, these students demonstrated a strong passion for STEM and a commitment to making a positive impact in their community.
Their outstanding achievement earned them an $8,000 scholarship sponsored by LyondellBasell, placing them among the top teams from more than 13,000 students across North America.
We are proud of all they have accomplished and look forward to seeing how they continue Creating Exciting Futures in STEM!
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