DesignQuest Material is Now Available

We are thrilled to share that DesignQuest material is now available for schools, districts, and community organizations looking to bring an innovative, student-centered learning experience directly to their classrooms and programs.

What is DesignQuest?

DesignQuest is a statewide initiative that inspires students to think creatively, work collaboratively, and solve real-world challenges through the power of design thinking, artistic expression and innovation. The program is built on five engaging modules—exploration, research, design, production, and reflection—that guide students through the creative process based upon their own personal interests and passions. Each module connects across subjects like STEM, art, English Language Arts, Career and Technical Education, and media, providing a truly cross-curricular experience that makes learning more meaningful and relevant.

A Look Back at 2025

In 2025, schools from across New Jersey participated in DesignQuest, and the results were extraordinary. Students worked in teams to develop innovative projects, blending imagination with problem-solving to create solutions that reflected both their talents and their communities’ needs. Teachers reported higher engagement, deeper collaboration, and stronger connections between classroom learning and real-world application.

We are proud to showcase some of these inspiring student submissions in the video on our DesignQuest Digital Network This highlight reel captures just a glimpse of the creativity and innovation that DesignQuest sparked in classrooms across NJ.

Why Choose a DesignQuest Kit?

With the new DesignQuest Kits, your district or organization can bring the same excitement and learning outcomes to your own students. Each kit is designed to be flexible and easy to implement, whether in a classroom, after-school program, or community-based initiative.

Benefits of bringing DesignQuest to your school or organization include:

• ✅ Ready-to-use resources: Clear guides, lesson materials, and planning tools for teachers or facilitators
• ✅ Cross-curricular connections: Seamlessly integrates STEM, art, literacy, and more
• ✅ Hands-on learning: Students engage in authentic projects that build creativity and problem-solving skills
• ✅ Collaboration and communication: Encourages teamwork, leadership, and shared responsibility
• ✅ Real-world impact: Students see how their ideas can make a difference in their school or community

Bring DesignQuest to Your Students

By choosing a DesignQuest Kit, you’re not just purchasing materials—you’re creating an opportunity for students to explore their passions, take ownership of their learning, and build the skills they need for success in school and beyond.

👉 Learn more about DesignQuest and how to bring a kit to your school or organization: https://empowertrip.org/designquest/

Together, let’s empower the next generation of innovators, creators, and leaders.