Asombro Institute for Science Education is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting natural science literacy through engaging and place-based education. With the Spanish word Asombro meaning wonder, the institute aims to instill a sense of curiosity and fascination in the thousands of children and adults that participate in their programs each year. Their mission is accomplished through hands-on, inquiry-based science education programs that serve over 22,000 K-12 students and 1,500 adults in New Mexico annually.

These programs take place in classrooms, schoolyards, and their outdoor classroom, the Chihuahuan Desert Nature Park. The Asombro Institute offers a variety of programs to cater to different educational settings. They provide classroom programs, field trips, and teacher workshops, offering free curriculum and resources to enhance science education in schools.

Additionally, they organize the Desert Data Jam event and manage the Chihuahuan Desert Nature Park. Driven by passionate staff members, including Executive Director Stephanie Bestelmeyer and Education Director Kelly Sayanagi, the institute prides itself on translating local science discoveries into hands-on lessons that engage students. They also offer opportunities for volunteering and support from the community.

Asombro Institute for Science Education is committed to empowering individuals with scientific knowledge and fostering a love for the natural world through their innovative educational programs