Long before “differentiated instruction” came to be buzz words in education, Project U.S.E. understood that children and adults learn in different ways. Most, in fact, learn best by doing. Furthermore, we understand that schools face a fundamental challenge: making education meaningful and relevant to youth. Experiential education targets both hard skills and soft skills. Our programs, exercises and activities—both in the classroom and outdoors—provide a fun and meaningful methodology toRead More....

Adventure-based Experiential Education

Our Wildcat Program provides outdoor adventures to thousands of young people and adults every year. Our adventures are designed to support New Jersey's CRead More....

Indoor + Outdoor Experiential Education

Our Special Projects division was formed in response to the rapid growth of adventure education at school and camp facilities. We are involved in all aspects of challenge course design and construction, and in experiential education curriculum development and training. Whether it be a grand high and low ropes course facility, an indoor climbing wall, or a few low elements, we work with teachers and administrators from idea to completion. Our clieRead More....

The Boatbuilding Program is a unique initiative by Project U.S.E. that is presented through a long-term, on-site relationship with participating schools and agencies. Students of middle- or high-school age explore the maritime history of their region and learn the science and art involved in boat building. The Program combines standard curricula, (math, physics, history, etc.) with rigorous and exciting experiential learning—a hallmark of Project U.S.E.'s programs. The Program culminates in Read More....

Newark's Living Laboratory

Cos' Classroom, (named after Project U.S.E.'s Founder, Phillip Costello), provides Read More....