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About Us
Hi, I'm Ishmeet Singh!
I am graduating high school in 2026. I founded this organization in 2022 to provide personalized academic instruction and mentorship to underserved middle and high school students who lack access to the support systems needed to succeed in math, science, and interdisciplinary STEM fields.
Ishmeet Singh honored with the Gold Level President’s Volunteer Service Award alongside Bakersfield City Mayor Karen Goh, recognizing his dedication to community service through STEM in Roots.
My Experience with STEM
Early on, I struggled to keep up academically and even had to transfer schools to continue progressing. Over the years, however, I’ve learned that challenges in STEM can be overcome with persistence and curiosity. Through experiences like competing in the National Science Bowl and conducting research for the International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF), I’ve not only strengthened my own understanding but also enhanced how STEM in Roots inspires and supports younger students. This initiative is my way of helping others develop the same growth mindset and resilience that shaped my own journey in STEM.
Founder’s STEM Background and Achievements
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Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF): 3rd Place Grand Award
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Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF): 2x Finalist
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US Department of Energy National Science Bowl: Top 16 in the nation (Top 1% of teams nationwide), Team Captain; 3x National Finals Qualifier
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Society for Neuroscience (world’s largest neuroscience conference): Co-authored & Presented abstract
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USA Biology Olympiad (USABO): 3× Semifinalist – Top 3–4% of students in the nation in 2024, 2025 (only Semifinalist in Kern County)
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Sole (only) author of full length technical paper published in IEEE Xplore
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Oral presenter at IEEE MIT Undergraduate Research Technology Conference
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International Stroke Conference: Co-authored 2 abstracts and presented 1 poster
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Co-authored research abstract accepted into Materials Research Society Fall 2025 Conference
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Research intern, Garcia Research Scholars Program (held at Stonybrook University)
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​UC Santa Cruz Summer Internship Program, Summer Research Intern
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National Merit Scholarship (NMS) Semifinalist
How We Help
STEM in Roots is an educational initiative centered around addressing inequalities present during children's "root" years by helping them build their essential foundations in math and science (STEM).
Education
Providing hands on learning opportunities for students around Bakersfield.
Addressing Inequality
Delivering high quality educational resources to underserved kids in the community through free classes and hands on science fairs.
Group Based Learning
Utilizing children's existing social circles to increase engagement in the classroom.
Tutoring
Leading in free in person tutoring sessions for students around the community without a monetary cost.
Individual Support
Attending the the unique needs of each student by providing a personalized approach to education.