Suffolk Public Schools recently announced the launch of The STEM Academy at Booker T. Washington Elementary. This innovative academy will cater to students in Kindergarten through 5th Grade, emphasizing a hands-on, inquiry-based approach to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
The academy is a part of ODU’s Lab School Network, a program that aims to bring hands-on STEM education to Virginia schools. The Lab School focuses on community- and field-based learning to address real-world issues, preparing students for an innovative and STEM-focused future.
Students are accepted into the academy through an open lottery system with 20 students accepted in each grade level.
Learn more at their website.
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K-5 Science Resources - features videos, interactives, lesson ideas, and more
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Curious George STEM Collection - a great way to help young children understand science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) concepts, such as measuring, building, and simple machines.
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