We believe that passion and purpose are not taught—they’re discovered.
Powered by the Muthusami Paravel Foundation, Orion STEM PDI is a nonprofit global platform designed to ignite curiosity, expose students to diverse fields, and empower high-achieving and gifted learners to become bold thinkers, visionary innovators, and compassionate changemakers.
Whether it’s biomedical science or artificial intelligence, policy-making or product design, we open doors to the fields students may not even know they love yet.
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Welcome Letter from the Founder
Dream. Dare. Do.
Unlocking potential is a journey—and at Orion STEM Passion Discovery Institute (Orion STEM PDI), we’re honored to walk alongside students as they discover who they are and what they’re meant to do.
Selvei Rajkumar
Founder, Orion STEM Passion Discovery Institute
Co-Founder, Muthusami Paravel Foundation

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Why We Exist
Today’s world demands more than content mastery—it calls for innovation, empathy, and courage. Yet, many students never discover what they truly love or believe they can contribute. At Orion PDI, we change that.
We give students space to ask big questions, tackle authentic global and community challenges, and work alongside mentors, designers, and peers who inspire them to think boldly and act meaningfully.
Who We Serve
We welcome students who:
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Are high-achieving, talented, or gifted
- Ready to go deeper, not just faster
- Eager to solve real-world problems
- Thrive on challenge and purpose
- Want to explore fields beyond school walls
- Want to collaborate with passionate peers and mentors globally
Whether you're a future doctor, coder, climate innovator, or entrepreneur, Orion STEM PDI gives you the tools, community, and mindset to discover your spark and lead with confidence.
What Makes ORION STEM PDI Unique
- Non-Profit Global Access
- Orion STEM Schools & Khan Academy
- Problem-Based Experiential Learning
- Interdisciplinary Exploration
- Expert Mentorship & Global Community
- Leadership & Changemaker Mindset
Non-Profit Global Access
Orion STEM Schools & Khan Academy
Problem-Based Experiential Learning
Interdisciplinary Exploration
Expert Mentorship & Global Community
Leadership & Changemaker Mindset
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Our Method
Our model blends:
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Human-Centered Design
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Disciplined Entrepreneurship
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STEM-rich content from global experts
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The Portrait of an Orion Spark (our learner attributes)
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Real-world application through PBEL & innovation projects
A Global Launchpad
Orion STEM PDI is open to students across the world through:
- Live and asynchronous online courses
- Summer and year-round enrichment
- Weekend intensives
- Real-world project showcases & competitions
Whether students are pursuing passion or designing for change, Orion PDI meets them where they are—and helps them soar beyond it.
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