Gearbox Labs exists to cultivate wonder by designing authentic learning experiences that inspire curiosity, cultivate creativity, and empower learners, educators, and schools to discover what they are capable of becoming. Through meaningful partnerships, innovative learning, and a commitment to continuous growth, we help build lasting cultures of innovation where every learner leaves with more wonder than when they arrived.
Gearbox Labs is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
Check out the curriculum that started it all, The Arduino® Classroom: STEAM Edition. 25 standards-aligned projects starting with basic projects and continuing to advanced sensors for your classroom. 135 extensions for a semester of classroom work for your STEM classroom.
Gearbox Labs' forthcoming publication on Data. Features 25 standards-aligned projects that collect data for science and engineering projects. Collect data on SD cards, Excel®, Google® Sheets spreadsheets, or directly to a smartphone. Perfect for a science fair.
Internet of Things presents 25 advanced projects for a semester of learning featuring the ESP32 microcontroller. Use for a stand-alone engineering or coding class. Projects cover Bluetooth®, Wi-Fi®, and GPS-connected devices. Integrate projects with apps, HTML5, and CSS.
Founding Director, Isabel Mendiola, is selected as a 2026 - 2027 Advocate for Science for Society
Read about her work on her profile page.
Gearbox Labs receives a third year of funding from Generac to extend its residencies to more Generac Communities. Thank you, Generac!
