STARBASE

Science and Technology Academies Reinforcing Basic Aviation and Space Exploration, STARBASE Department of Defense Youth Program is a nonresidential American military educational program for students (grades K-12) that provides them with real-world applications of math and science.

The STARBASE program provides an innovative approach to addressing three critical problems facing America’s youth: poor preparation in math and science, lack of personal direction, and drug abuse.

Beginning in the fiscal year 1993 (FY93), Congress appropriated $2 million to the Air National Guard (ANG) to establish five STARBASE sites.

A motivational module is included to teach children how to set and achieve goals, take positive action in their lives, and build strong self-esteem.

The STARBASE acronym originally stood for "Science and Technology Academies Reinforcing Basic Aviation and Space Exploration".