Terra Science and Education

Name

Terra Science and Education

Legal name

Terra Science and Education, Inc.

Website

https://terraed.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Nonprofit STEM Education and K-12 Services

NAICS

Educational Services (611), All Other Schools and Instruction (61169), Educational Support Services (611710), Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAMAGAL

Research & Science Fair Competitions (Science Fairs, Research Symposiums)

Education/Supplemental & Enrichment Programs (Arts, STEM, Language)/Academic Clubs & Competitions (Debate, Model UN, Olympiads)

SECONDARYEDAMABAC

STEM Research & Inquiry Programs (Research Mentorship, Science Fair Prep)

Education/Supplemental & Enrichment Programs (Arts, STEM, Language)/STEM Enrichment & Science Programs

SECONDARYEDAMABAA

Hands-on Science Exploration & Experiments (Lab Kits, Science Clubs)

Education/Supplemental & Enrichment Programs (Arts, STEM, Language)/STEM Enrichment & Science Programs

SECONDARYEDAMABAB

Science Camps & Field Programs (Nature, Space, Marine, Geology)

Education/Supplemental & Enrichment Programs (Arts, STEM, Language)/STEM Enrichment & Science Programs

SECONDARYEDAJAFAD

Standards Alignment & Curriculum Mapping (State/National)

Education/K–12 / Primary & Secondary Education/K–12 Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment (School-Delivered)

SECONDARYEDADACAJ

Accreditation Standards, Benchmarking & Framework Organizations

Education/Education Administration, Accreditation & Policy/Accreditation Bodies (Institutional & Programmatic)

Keywords

• STEM education programs
• K-12 professional development
• Educational data software
• Science fair management
• School accreditation services

Headquarters

HQ city

Syracuse

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Grant Programs: Terra provides capacity building grants ($1,000-$5,000) to K-12 schools and nonprofits for STEM education projects. Also provides $1,000 grants specifically for organizing school STEM fairs. These are outbound grants to support educational initiatives.
2. Scholarship Programs: Provides scholarships to SANY students and alumni including College Achievers awards (up to $1,000/year), college readiness awards based on Regents exam performance (up to $580), and Terra Scholars awards for students achieving level 3 or 4 on NYS tests (up to $75).
3. Professional Services: Grant writing services, professional development (CTLE credits), and school development consulting charged at negotiated hourly rates. Services include proposal development, budget creation, management and evaluation plans, and board interview preparation.
4. Terra Traveling STEM Show: STEM educational programming provided to summer camps and community groups. Pricing approximately $7,000 per week of programming.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Terra Science and Education is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that delivers a comprehensive STEM education ecosystem spanning K-12 through college, including international competitions (GENIUS Olympiad), ISEF-affiliated regional science fairs, open-access peer-reviewed student journals, an international school accreditation program (ACASU), invention education curriculum, educational data management software (TEDS-Pool and TEDS-Track), scholarships, capacity-building grants, CTLE-accredited teacher professional development, and grant writing/school development consulting services. Most direct-to-student programs are offered free of charge, while professional services and consulting are sold at negotiated rates.

Product overview

Terra Science and Education is a non-profit organization founded in 2011 that operates a diversified portfolio of educational programs, software platforms, and professional services. The core offerings include TEDS Solutions, an educational data management software platform with multiple modules (TEDS-Pool, TEDS-Track, TEDS-Assess, TEDS-Intervene, TEDS-Curriculum, TEDS-Enroll) for pooling and managing student data; GENIUS Olympiad, an international high school competition on environmental issues; Terra Regional STEM Fairs, an ISEF-affiliated network of seven regional science fairs; Terra Journals, open-source peer-reviewed publication platforms; ACASU, an international school accreditation program; Invention Convention New York, a K-12 invention education curriculum and competition; and International Research Collaborations for cross-border student research. Supporting programs include the Bahamas Marine Biology Research Program, Terra Podcast, Environmental Challenge, Terra Urban Education Conference, Capacity Building Grants, STEM Fair Fellowships, multiple scholarship programs (College Achievers, College Readiness, Terra Scholars), MakerHall interactive STEM experiences, Terra STEM Scholars connecting experts with classrooms, Terra Traveling STEM Show, and consulting services in grant writing, professional development, and school development.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• GENIUS Olympiad: International high school project competition about environmental issues, hosted at the Rochester Institute of Technology. Participants from 80+ countries and 45 states compete in science, robotics, art, creative writing, short film, and music categories.
• Terra STEM Fairs
• Terra Journals
• TED Solutions
• ACASU
• Invention Convention New York
• Terra Podcast
• Terra Urban Education Conference
• Terra STEM Scholars
• MakerHall

Products and services

• TEDS Solutions (Terra Educational Data Solutions) Software platform that pools student data from multiple sources (SchoolTool, Renaissance, EDoctrina, NYSED) into a single location with longitudinal academic and non-academic data; TEDS-Track tracks student curricular progress and graduation requirements. Target users are K-12 schools, counselors, and administrators.
• GENIUS Olympiad International high school project competition about environmental issues hosted at Rochester Institute of Technology, featuring projects in science, robotics, art, creative writing, short film, and music categories with participants from over 80 countries and 45 states.
• Terra Regional STEM Fairs ISEF-affiliated network of seven regional science and engineering fairs across New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania serving grades 5-12, including Terra North Jersey STEM Fair, Terra Rochester Fingerlakes Science and Engineering Fair, Terra Northeast Regional Science Fair, Terra New York City STEM Fair, Terra Western New York STEM Fair, and Terra Partner Fair Dutchess County Regional Science Fair.
• Terra Journals Open-source, peer-reviewed journals providing publication platforms for student research, including International Journal of High School Research (IJHSR), International Journal of Undergraduate Research (IJUR), and International Journal of Educational Practice Leadership (IJEPL), indexed by EBSCO and Google Scholar.
• ACASU (American Commission of Accreditation for Schools and Universities) Accreditation program for international schools with five standards categories (Governance, Education, Operations, Culture, and Quality) to align schools with U.S. higher education standards, founded and governed by Terra Science and Education.
• Invention Convention New York K-12 curriculum and competition program that empowers students to become innovators, entrepreneurs, and problem-solvers through invention education, affiliated with Invention Convention Worldwide by The Henry Ford Foundation, with regional sessions and state convention in Albany.
• International Research Collaborations (IRC) Global scientific research collaboration between schools enabling American and international high school students to conduct collaborative research projects with virtual collaboration and international visits, culminating in submissions to GENIUS Olympiad or Terra Journals.
• Bahamas Marine Biology Research Program Marine biology research program for high school students and teachers at the Gerace Research Center in San Salvador, Bahamas, operated in partnership with the University of the Bahamas.
• Environmental Challenge Science fair and career exploration opportunity designed for Syracuse City School District seventh and eighth grade students, hosted at LeMoyne College, encouraging student projects that support science curricula and explore science-related careers.
• Terra Urban Education Conference K-12 teacher professional development conference held on election day at Syracuse University Sheldon Hotel, offering CTLE credits and focusing on emerging topics in urban education.
• Capacity Building Grants Grant program providing $1,000-$5,000 to K-12 schools and nonprofits for sustainable STEM projects such as robotics clubs, lab equipment, and technology upgrades, with applications due October 15th.
• STEM Fair Fellowship Teacher fellowship providing $500 stipend and $500 materials reimbursement for up to two years to train teachers in STEM project preparation and organizing school STEM fairs.
• College Achievers Scholarship Renewable scholarship program providing up to $1,000 per year for SANY alumni attending accredited colleges, with additional add-ons for volunteering and engagement activities.
• College Readiness Scholarship Scholarship based on Regents exam performance for SANY high school students, providing up to $580 based on scores in ELA, math, and science exams.
• Terra Scholars Scholarship Scholarship program for grades 3-8 SANY students scoring at level 3 or 4 on NYS ELA and Math tests, providing up to $75 per student.
• MakerHall Multigenerational STEM engagement program bringing interactive STEM activities to festivals, schools, county parks, and youth centers, featuring hands-on kits developed in partnership with NASA.
• Terra STEM Scholars Program Program connecting STEM experts (college faculty, practitioners, graduate students) with schools to increase STEM engagement through lectures, classroom activities, field experiences, tours, and job shadowing.
• Terra Traveling STEM Show Mobile STEM educational programming for summer camps organized by schools and community groups, available in 1-5 day formats presented by Terra STEM Scholars.
• Grant Writing Services Grant development and writing services with experienced writers who have worked on over $15 million in funded projects from NSF, EPA, Department of Education, and state sources.
• Professional Development Services

Quantifiable outcome

• 11,000+ students served annually across programs
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Rochester Institute of TechnologycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHost venue for GENIUS Olympiad international competition. RIT offers scholarships to all GENIUS Olympiad applicants. Long-term partnership supporting international student competition.
• SUNY OswegocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHost venue for GENIUS Olympiad environmental competition for multiple years. Home institution of founder Dr. Fehmi Damkaci.
• SUNY PotsdamcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHost venue for Terra Northeast Regional Science and Engineering Fair serving Clinton, Essex, Franklin, and St. Lawrence counties.
• LeMoyne CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHost venue for Environmental Challenge science fair and career exploration program for Syracuse City School District 7th and 8th graders.
• Gerace Research Center, University of the BahamascoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for marine biology research program providing immersive hands-on experiences for US and international educators and students in San Salvador, Bahamas.
• Science Academies of New York (SANY) Charter SchoolscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrimary network of charter schools participating in Terra programs including scholarships, grants, and educational initiatives. Includes Utica Academy of Science, Syracuse Academy of Science, Citizenship & Science Academy.
• The Henry Ford FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOfficial Affiliate of Invention Convention Worldwide. Terra provides professional development for teachers for K-12 invention education. State winners qualify for Invention Convention Worldwide at Henry Ford Museum.
• ISEF (International Science and Engineering Fair)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTerra STEM Fairs are affiliated with ISEF. Terra fully funds selected finalist projects and students to attend ISEF for exceptional scientific experiences.
• STEM Learning EcosystemsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTerra is a partner in the international STEM Learning Ecosystems network, collaborating with school districts, colleges, museums, nonprofits, and businesses to improve STEM instruction.
• Syracuse City School DistrictcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner for Environmental Challenge science fair and career exploration for 7th and 8th grade students. Collaborates with Terra on various STEM initiatives.
• Center State CEOminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional economic development organization partnering with Terra for STEM education initiatives in Central New York.
• University at BuffalominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducational partner supporting STEM initiatives and programs in Western New York region.
• IEEEminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTechnical professional organization partnering with Terra for STEM education and student engagement programs.
• NASAminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNASA partnership for MakerHall program providing space and science-related activities and content.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Society for Science: Society for Science operates the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF), to which Terras regional STEM fairs are directly affiliated. Both organizations run science-fair ecosystems that funnel students into elite international competitions.
• MATHCOUNTS: MATHCOUNTS is a national middle-school math competition organization offering free programs to schools. It is comparable to Terras competition-and-fair model serving K-12 students via school partnerships.
• FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology): FIRST runs K-12 robotics competitions including robotics clubs that Terra funds through its Capacity Building Grants. Both organizations target K-12 STEM engagement through competitive, project-based programs.
• Invention Convention Worldwide (The Henry Ford): Invention Convention Worldwide is the parent program for Terras Invention Convention New York affiliate. Both deliver K-12 invention education curricula and competitions culminating in national/international showcases.
• Science Olympiad: Science Olympiad is a national STEM competition organization running tournaments for K-12 students, comparable to Terras GENIUS Olympiad and regional science fair network. Both focus on project-based STEM competitions and teacher/student engagement.
• Project Lead the Way: Project Lead the Way provides K-12 STEM curricula and professional development for teachers, including CTLE-equivalent training. Terra explicitly invites PLTW participants into its programs, making them adjacent peers in school-delivered STEM education.

Broad incumbents

• Khan Academy: Khan Academy delivers free online STEM instruction and teacher tools to K-12 learners globally. It is comparable to Terras free educational programming model but operates at vastly larger scale.
• Discovery Education: Discovery Education provides K-12 digital STEM content, professional development, and teacher resources at scale. It overlaps with Terras curriculum and PD offerings but serves a much broader district footprint.
• National Science Teaching Association (NSTA): NSTA is a national professional association providing STEM teacher professional development, conferences, and publications. It is comparable to Terras CTLE-accredited PD, Urban Education Conference, and journal offerings for educators.

Others

• STEM Learning Ecosystems: STEM Learning Ecosystems is a global network of which Terra is a listed partner. Both organizations convene school districts, nonprofits, and businesses around STEM instruction and serve as umbrella community infrastructure.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/TerraSci
• Facebookfacebook.com/terrasci
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/terra-science-and-education

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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