Our Impact
Who We ServeJax N Hearts serves:
- Children and youth (K–12)
- Educators
- Adults and seniors
with a strong focus on learners from under-resourced communities.
Educational Impact
Across workshops, STEM Nights, school programs, and community events:
Across workshops, STEM Nights, school programs, and community events:
- Learners demonstrated higher engagement during hands-on activities
- Students showed increased curiosity and confidence in STEM topics
- Participants who previously struggled academically were more likely to engage
- Educators and families provided positive feedback on real-world learning connections
Sustainability & Food Systems
Sustainability is central to our approach. Founder-led programming has included:
Sustainability is central to our approach. Founder-led programming has included:
- Garden-based learning and food-growing demonstrations
- Teaching concepts related to soil, water, ecosystems, and food systems
- Managing a school-based agricultural program that included goats and chickens
- Donating food (including eggs) back to the school community
Community & Partnerships
Our work has included collaboration with:
Our work has included collaboration with:
- Public school systems and individual schools
- STEM and environmental education organizations
- Elder care facilities
- Community STEM events and conferences
Recognition
Dr. Marquita Jackson's work in STEM education and agriculture has been recognized through multiple awards, reflecting a sustained commitment to meaningful, community-centered learning.
Dr. Marquita Jackson's work in STEM education and agriculture has been recognized through multiple awards, reflecting a sustained commitment to meaningful, community-centered learning.