Appalachian STEM Academy at Oak Ridge

Appalachian STEM Academy at Oak Ridge

Funder: Oak Ridge Associated Universities Inc (ORAU)
Sponsor: Appalachian Regional Commission

Program Description:
A residential, hands-on STEM institute designed for both middle school, bridge, and high school students, as well as K-12 educators. The program provides immersive STEM learning experiences with research opportunities, field trips to Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), and professional development for teachers.

For Students

Age/Grade Divisions:
• Middle school students
• Bridge students (8th and 9th grade)
• High school students

Program Features:

For Educators

Program Structure:
• Two-week professional development program
• Interaction with ORNL scientists
• Engagement with STEM subject matter experts
• Opportunity to learn research methodologies
• Professional development in STEM instruction

Geographic Scope

• Appalachian region focus
• Located in Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Program Focus

• Hands-on STEM learning
• Research-based education
• Community problem-solving
• Professional development for teachers
• Building connections to national laboratories and research institutions

Contact Information

Communications Team:
• Pam Bonee, Director of Communications: (865) 603-5142, Pam.Bonee@orau.org
• Wendy West, Manager of Communications: (865) 207-7953, Wendy.West@orau.org