A National Science Foundation (NSF) grant was awarded to UC Berkeley’s Lawrence Hall of Science to develop and provide a program that increases student’s interest in STEM. The program is a three week summer program serves serves traditionally underrepresented high school students in Oakland Unified School District and integrates solar, math and college and careers skills. The program–Educational Pathways to College and Career (EPICC)–is in the third year of the grant and is providing students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to succeed in STEM majors and pursue STEM-related careers. As the external evaluator, Pedroso Consulting provides feedback, site visits and conducts analysis of program data. Visit the Stelar website for more program information and to view a short video of the program.