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Program updates & community impact

Competition results, outreach events, and milestones from Apex STEM Education Inc. — the nonprofit home for youth STEM programs in Somerset and Union County, New Jersey.

Ridge Racers NJ at STEM Racing USA National Finals 2026

CompetitionApril 2026

Ridge Racers NJ earns 3rd place at STEM Racing USA National Finals

Apex STEM Education Inc.’s flagship team placed third nationally in Development Class and earned Sustainability and Team Identity awards — proof that student-led engineering programs can compete at the highest level.

Mayor Ronald Jubin presents the Mayor's Achievement Award to Ridge Racers NJ

CommunityMay 21, 2026

Watchung honors Ridge Racers with Mayor’s Achievement Award

Mayor Ronald Jubin, Ph.D., recognized Ridge Racers NJ for STEM Racing accomplishments and service to the Watchung community.

Ridge Racers NJ at Watchung Founder's Day Parade on Valley Road

CommunityJune 13, 2026

Students march in Watchung Founders Day centennial parade

Ridge Racers NJ represented Apex STEM Education Inc. at Watchung’s Founders Day parade — connecting competitive STEM with civic engagement.

Ridge Racers NJ students on a STEM learning field trip

LearningAugust 7, 2026

Bell Labs field trip connects invention history to engineering practice

Students toured Nokia Bell Labs in Murray Hill and linked decades of research breakthroughs to the documentation and evidence skills STEM Racing judges reward.

OrganizationJune 2026

Apex STEM Education Inc. receives 501(c)(3) determination

The IRS recognized Apex STEM Education Inc. as a tax-exempt public charity (EIN 42-3121570), enabling grants, foundation gifts, and tax-deductible donations.