Specifications include, but are not limited to: A. The BRIDGES-21st Century Community Learning Centers afterschool program is seeking a STEM program that includes hands on, experiential learning that aligns with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and phenomenon based, real world connections. B. The desired program must provide staff, materials and programming at 10 elementary schools and one middle school for one hour per week, Mon, Tues, Wed or Thurs for 20 weeks during the afterschool hours for students in grades 2-8. C. The ideal program will align to the NGSS as well as offering different levels of challenge and supports to meet the diverse needs of the students. D. The ideal program must work collaboratively with leadership and teachers within the structure of the BRIDGES program. Program staff must have experience in the content area as well as working with students in poverty and who are struggling academically. E. The ideal vendor provides an in-kind contribution to the project that can include administrative, supplies, materials and staff costs.