The NASA SEMAA Program is........

"One SEMAA, United by Purpose, Passion, and Progress." The NASA SEMAA Program is a national innovative program designed to increase the participation and retention of K-12 youth who are underrepresented in science, engineering, mathematics, and technology and it utilizes space and aviation themes to excite youth about the sciences. The curriculum for the program is provided by the NASA Glenn Research Center, in Cleveland, Ohio.

The program is designed to:
• Foster students' interest in the study of science, engineering, mathematics, and technology.
• Increase students' awareness of careers related to science, engineering, mathematics, and technology.
• Empower parents/guardians with information, strategies, and techniques that will support them in becoming effective partners in their child/children's education.
• Provide support for systemic change of mathematics and science instruction through individual/collaborative efforts with a range of partnerships.
• Foster collaboration with higher education faculties and industry focused on:
• Curriculum development
• Increasing teachers' content knowledge related to the National Mathematics, Science, and Technology Standards
• Developing models for integration and application of advanced technology in K-12 educational settings
• Facilitate the transition of students from high school to post-secondary programs in the areas of science, engineering, mathematics,and technology