Innov8 STEM Academy

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Welcome to Innov8 STEM Academy, where we offer an exciting journey into the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics for young minds. 

Our comprehensive, 8-point approach to STEM education:

    • Core Standards Alignment
    • Inquiry-Based Learning
    • Project-Based Learning
    • Hands-On Learning
    • Collaborative Learning
    • Technology Integration
    • Real-World Connections
    • Creativity and Innovation

Our STEM Academy is led by certified teachers with expertise in early childhood, elementary, and middle school education. Matt specializes in Instructional Technology and Systems Design, while Jenna brings expertise in Reading and STEM education.

Our curriculum features engaging 6-week themed units that provide an in-depth exploration of various STEM topics. Each session gives students the chance to explore, create, and collaborate, all while building friendships and having fun! Designed to deliver a well-rounded learning experience, our themes mix different STEM disciplines, making sure every student stays excited and involved in their learning journey.

Class Details

  • Grades: 
    • 1st & 2nd Grade Mondays
    • 3rd & 4th Grade Tuesdays
    • 5th & 6th Grade Wednesdays 
  • Location: Emmorton Recreation Center located at 2213 Old Emmorton Road Bel Air, MD 21015.
  • Time: 5 PM. A second time slot at 6 PM will be offered for those on the waitlist.
  • 6-Week Tuition: $175  Emmorton Registration Fee: $25 Total Amount Due: $200  

Take advantage of a 10% Early Bird Discount when you register! (This discount applies to individual registrations only and cannot be combined with group discounts.)

Contact: Jenna Walee  Email: walee9@protonmail.com 

Join us for summer camp! Summer Camp registration opens in February.

Winter Session Schedule

1st & 2nd Grade

  • Class Dates: January 24 (Friday), 27, February 3, 10, 21 (Friday), 24
  • Note: Classes will be held on select Fridays due to holiday closures.

3rd & 4th Grade

  • Class Dates: January 21, 28, February 4, 11, 18, 25
  • 6 PM Class Dates: January 21, 28, February 4, 11, 18, 28 (Friday)
    Note: Classes will be held on select Fridays.

5th & 6th Grade

  • Class Dates: January 22, 29, February 5, 12, 19, 26

Spring/Summer Session

Registration Now Open: 

2025 Innov8 STEM Summer Camps and Aftercare

Spring Session: Space Exploration – Interstellar Adventures

Registration

 


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After School Classes

Registration for evening STEM classes for 2024-2025 is OPEN! 

Enrollment Information

To ensure a quality learning experience, each class requires a minimum number of students to be enrolled. If this minimum is not met, we may need to condense classes or adjust schedules accordingly. We appreciate your understanding and support as we strive to provide the best educational opportunities for all participants. 

Please encourage your friends to join, as more students mean more engaging and dynamic classes!

Grade Levels

Our STEM program welcomes students from grades 1-6, offering a unique learning experience. 

We group students into three collaborative cohorts: 

  • Grades 1-2,
  • Grades 3-4, 
  • Grades 5-6. 

This approach allows for peer-to-peer learning, with younger students gaining inspiration from their older peers, while older students deepen their understanding by mentoring others.

Previous Sessions

Fall Session: Engineering Thrills: Roller Coaster Makerspace

  • STEM Integration
    • Physics
    • Engineering
    • Simulations
    • Mathematics  

 

Required Equipment

We ask students to bring the following to each session: 

  1. A fully charged laptop 
  2. Charger  
Scholarship Application

We are excited to provide scholarships for our program on a limited, rolling basis. This ensures that we can support as many students as possible while maintaining the quality of our program. We encourage interested applicants to apply early to secure their opportunity for financial assistance!

The scholarship application can be found here.

Summer Camps

We are excited to announce that registration for our summer camps will be opening in February! These weekly camps offer a fantastic opportunity for children to engage in fun, educational activities while making new friends. With a variety of themes and programs available, there’s something for everyone!

Stay tuned for more details about registration dates, camp offerings, and schedules.

Upcoming Sessions
  • Science Experiments
  • Space Exploration 
  • Micro:bits 
  • Engineering
  • Robotics 
  • 3D Printing 
  • Game Development