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STEM outreach in grade school

STEM Outreach

The nation’s future depends on the next generation of scientists and engineers. APL is tackling the critical challenge of inspiring, training, and developing the nation’s STEM talent through school- and community-based outreach programs. Our STEM education and outreach programs reach nearly 3,000 students and community residents each year, on average.

APL actively participates in, partners with, and hosts community-based STEM programs, from robotics competitions to festivals such as the USA Science & Engineering Festival and the Maryland STEM Festival. And we have held workshops for parents and teachers to help them learn more about STEM resources and opportunities for their children and students.

We’re proud of what we are doing, and grateful to all the teachers, mentors, and volunteers who share their time to reach students.

Dwight Carr, APL STEM Program Manager
STEM program for youth

Developing Our Nation’s STEM Talent

We are committed to helping students and teachers develop their literacy and competency in STEM. Learn more about our STEM programs and connect with us.


Explore Johns Hopkins APL’s STEM Programs

Enables high school juniors and seniors to experience and explore STEM careers under the mentorship of APL staff members.


An after-school program designed to prepare students in grades 3–12 for academic and professional careers in STEM.


An after-school program designed to introduce STEM skills and careers to middle and high school students.


A summer program for high school students. Introduces cybersecurity concepts and career opportunities in the field.


Johns Hopkins APL Summer Center for Space Science →

Students in grades 6-8 work in teams alongside APL scientists and engineers who have designed and built space missions for NASA.
 


Learn more about Johns Hopkins APL Summer Center for Space Science

An annual STEM expo for elementary and middle school students. Features hands-on activities, demos, and talks from women in STEM.