STEAMKITX — Where STEM and Arts go hand in hand

About us

The STEM & Arts
Kit Company

Team STEAMKITX™ is a family of educators.

Our mission is to provide engaging educational activities that explore STEM and Arts careers.

Our vision is to enhance educational experiences by making STEM and Arts go hand in hand.

STEAMKITX™
Boldness
Unity
Generosity
Power
Grace
Our Core Values

The family

Meet our Family, Team STEAMKITX™

Merci Best

Merci Best

  • Founder, STEAMKITX
  • PhD, University of Virginia (UVA)
  • Master of Biological & Physical Science, UVA
  • Bachelor of Neuroscience, College of William & Mary
Denashya Miller

Denashya Miller

  • Bachelor of Nursing Science, Fayetteville State University
  • Founder, BeYouu The Brand
  • High School Diploma, Thomas Jefferson
Samuel Best

Samuel Best

  • Teacher, United Methodist Family Services
  • Master of Divinity, Duke University
  • Bachelor of Religious Studies Arts, University of Virginia
Robin Best

Robin Best

  • Teacher, Fox Elementary
  • Education Specialist K-12 Leadership, Grand Canyon University
  • Master of Education, Averett University
  • Bachelor of Arts, City College of New York
Destini Best

Destini Best

  • Teacher, Henry L. Marsh III Elementary
  • Education Major, Old Dominion University
  • Musician (Violin and Keyboard), D.Best
  • Advanced High School Diploma, Maggie L. Walker
Domi'Nique Way

Domi'Nique Way

  • Patient Access Representative, Medical
  • Bachelor of Science, Virginia State University
  • High School Diploma, Armstrong High School
Melvin Best

Melvin Best

  • Technician, Virginia Employment Commission
  • Founder and Director, Harlem Film Institute
  • Bachelor of Arts, City College of New York
Joi Best

Joi Best

  • Teacher, Westover Hills Elementary
  • Master of Education, Old Dominion University (ODU)
  • Bachelor of Science, ODU
  • Advanced High School Diploma, Maggie L. Walker
Sharlene Sutton

Sharlene Sutton

  • Certified Professional Coder & Billing Supervisor, AAPC Medical Coding
  • Entertainment Manager, God's Image (G.I.)
  • High School Diploma, Freeport

What we stand for

Our Core Values Drive Our Organization

01

Boldness

We are willing to take a risk and will continue to innovate as we become a leader in the shift from STEM to STEAM education.

02

Unity

We are aligned in our mission to empower students, families, and friends to explore STEM and Arts careers through our activities.

03

Generosity

We are honored to combine our gifts and talents to best serve and support the practical needs of our customers and community.

04

Power

We have the ability to design activities founded in research that influence exploration of STEM and Arts in a relevant way.

05

Grace

We enforce intentional, fair, and careful policies and process to foster a productive and harmonious workplace.

As seen on TV

Catch us on the news!

Two features from 29News highlighting the STEAMKITX story.

UVA PhD student starts STEAMKITX to teach kids about science
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29News · Sept 21, 2021

UVA PhD student starts STEAMKITX to teach kids about science

Merci Best, the founder of STEAMKITX, encourages kids to get involved with science and the arts.

Vendor Market comes to Charlottesville to highlight Black-owned businesses
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29News · Sept 5, 2021

Vendor Market comes to Charlottesville to highlight Black-owned businesses

Black entrepreneurs set up shop at the Vendor Market — featuring STEAMKITX.