The Appalachian STEM Academy is a hands-on learning experience for Appalachia’s middle and high school students, as well as high school teachers in STEM-related fields. Hosted by Oak Ridge Associated Universities in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, this program is a gateway to science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) in the Appalachian Region. High school participants will work with award-winning scientists at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, and both high school and middle school students will conduct guided group science, math, computer science, and technology research projects. High school teachers will work with science practitioners to develop STEM-related curriculum. Many students gain their first exposure to applied science and STEM education through this experience.
Middle School STEM Academy Session 1: July 5-11, 2025 for current 6th-8th students
Middle School STEM Academy Session 2: July 12-18, 2025 for current 6th-8th students
High School STEM Academy (students and teachers): July 5-18, 2025 for current 9th-11th Grade Students in Appalachia who will be 16 years old by July 5th.
The programs will be held at Oak Ridge Associated Universities in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. More information and application materials are available at www.arc.gov/STEM.
For more information or help completing applications, feel free to contact sschnaufer@salamancany.org or ashawl@salamancany.org, STEP up to STEAM liaison and advisor.
