About

We are the HandsOn Science Partnership. We have a single purpose - to advance student achievement in science through hands-on curriculum and materials. Our membership is comprised of businesses whose primary mission is hands-on science teaching and learning and organizations which support this endeavor.

HOSP is working towards a future when

  • Our students are among the world's top achievers in science
  • All students are learning science in an interactive and effective environment
  • Stakeholders are making the connection between quality teaching and quality hands-on materials as a means for increasing student achievement
  • Science is an equal partner with reading and mathematics

Our Mission

  • Increase student achievement in science
  • Build awareness, appreciation and support for the tools, materials and curriculum that support student achievement in science via hands-on instruction
  • Influence policy and decision making at national, state, and local levels to include research-based, hands-on instructional materials and those tools that enhance and improve teaching and learning of science

Hands-on science is based on research

What's one way to improve student learning? Use exemplary science and math curricula developed around classroom practice and current research about how children learn best. Carolina works with exceptional partners to provide the highest quality hands-on curricula:

  • STC PROGRAM™, developed by the National Science Resources Center
  • GEMS Kits®, developed by the Lawrence Hall of Science
  • Math Out of the Box™, developed by Clemson University

Carolina Biological Supply Company is a HOSP founding member.