STEM Outreach
Under Review
Following the president’s recent executive orders, APL is currently reviewing its policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal law. The Laboratory and its talented staff remain committed to developing our nation’s STEM talent.
Developing Our Nation’s STEM Talent
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.
Explore Our Programs
APL STEM Pathway
APL’s STEM Program Management Office is committed to helping students and teachers develop their literacy and competency in STEM. Our mission is to develop our nation’s STEM talent. We do this through our programs that provide a pathway to STEM careers for students in grades 3–12. Our core programs are designed to be complementary and are grounded in what we call the integrated model. The integrated model is how we ensure that children in our programs learn about what being a STEM professional truly means.
Click below to learn more about our pathway of programs.
Maryland MESA
An after-school program designed to prepare students in grades 3–12 for academic and professional careers in STEM.
APL STEM Academy
An after-school program designed to introduce STEM skills and careers to middle and high school students.
ASPIRE Internships
Enables high school juniors and seniors to experience and explore STEM careers under the mentorship of APL staff members.
Pathways: APL College Internship Program
From day one, we give you the opportunity to use your skills to push the boundaries of science and technology.
APL STEM Program ManagerWe’re proud of what we are doing, and grateful to all the teachers, mentors, and volunteers who share their time to reach students.
