At NextGen Smart Education Solutions, our mission is to empower students in grades 7–12 with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to explore scientific inquiry and excel in STEM research. We provide expert coaching and structured guidance that transform curiosity into meaningful investigations. By partnering with schools, teachers, and families, we create accessible pathways to science competitions and academic growth. Our commitment is to inspire critical thinking, foster innovation, and prepare the next generation of young scientists to question, discover, and lead in our rapidly evolving world.

Our Services in Review

  • Student Science Research Coaching

    Practical support for students in grades 7–12 as they develop, conduct, and present high-quality scientific investigations. This may occur in person or in virtual sessions. Coaching includes training students to:

    Select meaningful, testable research questions

    Design experiments using proper controls and variables

    Conduct literature reviews and analyze background information

    Collect, organize, and interpret data

    Write research papers, abstracts, and competition-ready reports

    Create professional research posters and practice oral presentations

    Prepare for competitions, fairs, and other STEM challenges

  • Scientific Method and STEM Workshops

    These offer engaging, SOL and curriculum-aligned workshops designed to strengthen students’ foundational research skills and confidence. Virtual or in person sessions may include:

    Understanding the scientific method and inquiry-based learning

    Generating hypotheses and building research plans

    Exploring experimental design, measurement, and data collection

    Learning how to read and interpret scientific literature

    Hands-on practice with graphing, data analysis, and lab write-ups

    Preparing students for long-term research projects and competition expectations

    Workshops can be tailored for a single class, grade level, or after-school group.

  • Commpetition Documentation & Compliance Support

    Professional guidance to encourage that student projects meet ethical, safety, and procedural requirements for competition eligibility. Support includes:

    Reviewing research plans for ethical considerations and risk levels

    Helping students and teachers complete required forms

    Reminders to ensure projects follow competitionrules for investigation

    Providing templates for parent permissions, risk assessments, and safety protocols

    Coordinating documentation timelines to prevent delays in approval

    Preparing students for compliance reviews

  • Teacher & School Partnerships

    Collaborative support designed to make research-based learning easier for teachers and more accessible for students. Partnerships may involve:

    Mentoring student groups while teachers oversee classroom instruction

    Providing guidance on selecting age-appropriate research topics

    Helping teachers evaluate research plans and monitor student progress

    Providing training and resources for implementing project-based science

    Assisting with the logistics of science fairs, competitions, and culminating events

    Supporting schools with program setup, timelines, and coordination

    These partnerships help schools expand STEM opportunities without overburdening educators.

Meet the Founder

Sharon Coronado, M.S.Ed., is a dedicated science educator with over 20 years of experience in teaching biology, guiding student research, and leading STEM initiatives. As a former department chair, curriculum writer, and grant writer, she has helped countless students develop strong scientific thinking and achieve success in competitive research settings. Sharon founded NextGen Smart Education Solutions to expand access to high-quality STEM coaching for students in grades 7–12. Her mission is to inspire curiosity, build confidence, and empower the next generation of young people to explore, discover, and excel.

Contact Us

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