Founded by Jose Quijas Castro, a seasoned STEM educator and project manager with over 10 years of experience, Innovator's Oasis is passionate about advancing K-12 pupils in math, science, and technology. We believe in fostering innovation and leveraging cutting-edge technologies to drive academic impacts, especially among at-risk youth.
About Jose
Jose Quijas Castro stands as a beacon of innovation in STEM education with over a decade of expertise. Nationally recognized as a mentor for various competitive robotics teams, Jose's guidance has nurtured award-winning programs, showcasing a unique blend of hands-on mentorship and strategic vision.
While serving as Director of Curriculum Development at Code Central in Nevada, he introduced transformative programming curricula, registering an astonishing 80% participant retention. At The Pathway School in Eagleville, PA, his role as STEM Coordinator reshaped conventional classrooms into dynamic centers of learning.
Beyond the classroom, Jose's entrepreneurial prowess is evident with Quijas Consulting, his Las Vegas-based IT consulting firm, helping businesses thrive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
A graduate in Computer Science from California State University, Chico, Jose marries academic insights with real-world mastery across diverse IT fields.
Engaging with Innovator's Oasis is an embrace of Jose's vision: a future where STEAM education pioneers change, igniting a transformative revolution in learning.
Comprehensive strategy planning and guidance in implementing STEAM initiatives, tailored to individual educational institutions' needs.
Creation and optimization of specialized STEAM curriculums, with a focus on robotics programs like FRC, VEX, FLL, and Robocup.
Empower educators with specialized training sessions to harness the full potential of STEAM tools and methodologies.
Future plans include launching an after-school Maker space for hands-on learning and exploration for kids.
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(323)359-8414
jquijas@innovatorsoasis.com
Emmaus, Pennsylvania