Founded in 2017, San Diego LabRats is a non-profit organization in Encinitas dedicated to ending the science literacy crisis in our nation. Our mission is to inspire youth to love learning about science and technology by providing non-profit after school science education. This is taught by scientists, using innovative teaching philosophies featuring Self-Engagement, Social Engagement and Custodial Engagement. We encourage young people to achieve their personal best by providing the most empowering and enriching STEM education available. We motivate kids to love science and want to do the hard work needed to gain authentic competence in STEM. By doing this, we promote the foundation of the scientific enterprise: Honesty, self-skepticism, high ethical standards and a commitment to make the world a better place.