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Elevating Science Education: Orlando Science Center's Vision for Children

In August 2007, the Orlando Science Center presented to the Orange County Board of Commissioners with a goal to create enriching math and science experiences for children. Last year, nearly 200,000 Orange County residents interacted with the center, serving over 30,000 K-12 students. Programs such as free field trips, Otronicon, and workforce skill development for at-risk youth highlight the center's outreach. Recognized for excellence with awards and significant media coverage, the center emphasizes public-private partnerships for sustainability and future impact.

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Elevating Science Education: Orlando Science Center's Vision for Children

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  1. Orlando Science Center Presentation to the Orange County Board of Commissioners, August 2007 GOAL: To build a world-class institution dedicated to creating high quality math and science experiences for children.

  2. NOW THEN Recent Financial Performance

  3. Impact is large Total Attendance An estimated 200,000 Orange County residents, nearly 1 in 5, visited the Science Center last year.

  4. A strong educational partner The Science Center serves nearly twice the U.S. average of K-12 students each year. Over 30,000 OCPS students came this year—more than 1 of every 6 students in public schools in the County.

  5. Reaching out to new audiences • 12,000 free field trips for “school lunch” students • “Otronicon” and “Discover Daytona 500” • FCAT “Science Bowl” outreach program for schools • At-risk youth workforce skill development

  6. Plan the work, work the plan • Children's Museum • Blockbuster Exhibits • Renovate Exhibit Space • Build endowment • Public-private partnership A Strategic Business Plan was developed with the guidance of White Oak Associates, the leading planning firm for Science Centers.

  7. Quality and Uniqueness • “Best Business Practices Award 2006” from National professional society (ASTC) • Voted “Best Museum 2007”, Orlando Magazine • Named as an "Innoventor" by Florida Trend • The Science Center was covered in more than 141 national news markets in 2007

  8. Maintaining the momentum: a reasonable investment OSC’s support from government is less than the average in Florida, and the U.S. The public-private partnership, with government support, is essential to continued success.

  9. Together we are making a difference. The Orlando Science Center: Investing in our children; Investing in our future. Thanks to the Board of County Commissioners for your continued support.

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