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Irving,
TX – May 2025 / NewsmakerAlert: Chuck
E. Cheese, the world’s leading family entertainment center, is thrilled
to announce its recognition as a “Best in STEM” brand for 2024–2025
and recipient of the STEM.org Accreditation™
Trustmark. This prestigious accolade, awarded independently of formal STEM
accreditation, honors organizations that have demonstrated a profound commitment
to implementing
innovative and inclusive STEM and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering,
Arts, and Mathematics) education initiatives around the globe.
Empowering Kids
Through Edutainment
For
over 48 years, Chuck E. Cheese has been a pioneer in combining play with
purpose. From interactive arcade experiences that promote problem-solving
and critical thinking to team-based games and active play that encourage
collaboration, Chuck E. Cheese continues to evolve its offerings to foster
curiosity and creativity in young minds.
Earlier
this year Chuck E. Cheese launched its STEAM-tastic
Adventure Field Trips, a new hands-on program developed in partnership
with STEM.org Educational
Research™ to support real classroom learning goals in Science, Technology,
Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM).
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These
field trips provide children, kindergarten through fifth grade, with:
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An interactive
lesson led by Chuck E. and Professor Ponder, blending hands-on STEAM exploration
with unforgettable fun
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A kid-friendly
lunch with two slices of pizza and a refillable drink
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90 minutes
of All You Can Play games
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A take-home
goodie bag and a return-visit E-Ticket voucher
“We are
honored to be named a ‘Best in STEM’ brand,” said David
McKillips, President and CEO of CEC Entertainment. “This award affirms
our commitment to inspiring kids through play, creativity, and meaningful
learning. With the launch of our STEAM Field Trips and continued support
for educational group events, we’re helping students stay curious and engaged
all year long.”
Fueling Summer
Learning with Group Events and Fundraisers
Learning
doesn’t stop when summer starts, that’s why Chuck E. Cheese invites schools,
camps, and non-profit organizations to take advantage of its dynamic group
events and fundraising programs. These offerings are designed to extend
learning outside the classroom by providing:
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Group
Events: designed for parents and organizations on a budget, these tailored
packages include 2 hours of All-You-Can-Play games, two slices of pizza,
unlimited soft drinks, and a grab bag filled with toys and prizes for each
child.
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FUNdraisers:
A seamless way for schools and non-profits to raise money while enjoying
an evening of family fun —with up to 20% of event sales donated back to
the organization.
These
affordable and turnkey “edutainment” experiences bridge the gap between
fun and learning, motivating children to be inquisitive, and engaged even
when school is out.
A Commitment to
the Future
Chuck
E. Cheese remains focused on accessibility, inclusiveness, and innovation
to pave the way for impactful educational play. With this “Best in STEM”
distinction, the brand reaffirms its dedication to inspiring the next generation
of scientists, engineers, artists, and problem-solvers—one game at a time.
About
Chuck E. Cheese
Chuck
E. Cheese is the place where half a million happy birthdays are celebrated
every year, with a mission to create positive, lifelong memories for families
through fun, food and play. For over 48 years, Chuck E. Cheese has been
the place Where A Kid Can Be A Kid®, and it continues to set the standard
for family entertainment through interactive experiences, exciting arcade
games and its beloved Chuck E. Cheese character. Committed to providing
a fun, safe and inclusive environment, Chuck E. Cheese helps protect families
through industry-leading programs such as Kid Check®. As a strong advocate
for its local communities, Chuck E. Cheese has donated more than $24 million
to schools and nonprofits through its fundraising programs. The Company
and its franchisees operate a system of nearly 600 Chuck E. Cheese fun
centers in 45 U.S. states and 17 foreign countries and territories. In
PMQ’s Pizza Power Report 2025, Chuck E. Cheese was named one of the top
10 pizza chains in the U.S. For more information, visit www.ChuckECheese.com.
Media
Contact:
Alejandra
Brady
CEC
Entertainment
945-336-3443
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