Program Impact

The Annual Report to Congress written by The Spectrum Group concluded that:

• "The Starbase Program is unique in that it provides students with a hands-on, experiential approach to learning, with the guidance of trained and experienced teachers and military personnel who make learning fun, practical and relevant.  The program provides students with an environment that encourages self-esteem, personal growth, individual achievement, and strong character through the positive role models found on military bases and installations."
• "The DoD Starbase Program has enjoyed exceptional acceptance and support by the communities it serves as well as from military and civilian participants who extol not only the program, but also personal benefits they have gained from it."
• "Most importantly, the program has achieved in basic objectives, producing positive student performance results in math and science, and helping students develop pro-social attitudes about themselves, including their belief in their ability to manage daily challenges."