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By Subject Area: Engineering

• Organizations: Competitions

  Clean Tech Competition

  The Clean Tech Competition is a worldwide research and design challenge for pre-college youth. The program encourages scientific understanding of real-world issues and the integration of environmentally responsible energy sources. Each year, the Clean Tech Competition addresses an issue that is grounded in core technological competency areas and focuses on the next great engineering challenges. The competition is designed to foster a deeper understanding of STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) related concepts, recognize outstanding talent, and prepare the next generation of globally competitive innovators. Teams of one to three students between the ages of 15 and 18 with a Team Leader (19 years or older) must register by the deadline listed on their website.

  FIRST - LEGO League (FLL)

  FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) is a multinational non-profit organization that sponsors this competiton, which is considered the "little league" of the FIRST Robotics Competition. FIRST and the LEGO Company partner to run this program for children 9-14. Using LEGO bricks, participants build a robot and compete in events according to age groups.

  FIRST - Robotics Competition

  FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) is a multinational non-profit organization that sponsors this competition, which teams professional and high school students to solve engineering problems. Get a hands-on, inside look at the engineering profession by designing, assembling and testing a robot.
  

  Future City Competetition

  "The mission of the National Engineers Week Future City Competition is to provide a fun and exciting educational engineering program for seventh- and eighth-grade students that combines a stimulating engineering challenge with a 'hands-on' application to present their vision of a city of the future." A team of students work with a teacher and an engineer mentor to produce a computer model, a physical model with recycled materials, an essay, and a verbal presentation.

  Intel International Science and Engineering Fair (Intel ISEF)

  Held annually in May, the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair (Intel ISEF) is the world’s largest international pre-college science competition, providing an annual forum for more than 1,700 high school students from over 70 countries, regions, and territories to showcase their independent research and compete for about $5 million in awards in 17 categories.

  Junior Science and Humanities Symposia (JSHS) Program - Belin-Blank at University of Iowa (Iowa City, IA)

  The Junior Science and Humanities Symposia program seeks to encourage and recognize original research in the STEM fields done by Iowa high school students. Students in grades nine through 12, in the state of Iowa, can submit original research findings for a chance to win scholarships and participate in the Symposia.

  Marine Advanced Technology Education (MATE) International ROV Competition

  In this competition, teams of students in grades 5 through college design and build remotely operated vehicles based on an annual theme and compete regionally or internationally depending on their level of sophistication.

  MIT THINK Scholars (Cambridge, MA)

  Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) THINK Scholars is a student-run educational outreach program that makes STEM research and development accessible to high school students who reside in the United States. Using the existing THINK competition as a framework, this group has developed an application process for admission into this new program. Rather than simply recognizing high school students with completed projects, they are now supporting students who wish to implement their ideas. Accepted students will receive seed funding, mentorship from the THINK team, and advice from MIT professors and industry professionals.

  SeaPerch International Challenge

  SeaPerch is an innovative underwater robotics program that equips teachers and students with the resources they need to build an underwater Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) in an in-school or out-of-school setting. The International Challenge allows teams of middle and high school students to design and build remotely operated underwater vehicles to complete a variety of tasks. Trophies and certificates are awarded.

  Solar Car Challenge

  The Solar Car Challenge is the top project-based STEM Initiative helping motivate students in Science, Engineering, and Alternative Energy. Teams of high school students design, engineer, build, and the race roadworthy solar cars on the open road and at the Texas Motor Speedway.

  Southern Appalachian Science and Engineering Fair (SASEF) (Knoxville, TN)

  The Southern Appalachian Science and Engineering Fair is sponsored by The University of Tennessee to develop an outlet for creative energy and analytical skills in our youth. Students in our Senior Division (grades 9-12) compete for two opportunities to represent the SASEF at the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair. Senior team projects also compete for an opportunity to attend ISEF. Students in the Junior Division (grades 6-8) compete separately for their own awards. The younger students learn a great deal by being involved in the competition each year. Through their experience with the fair, they gain insight that will prove useful in future endeavors.

  Team America Rocketry Challenge (TARC)

  This is the world’s largest student rocket contest and a key piece of the aerospace and defense industry’s strategy to build a stronger U.S. workforce in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Sponsored by the Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) and the National Association of Rocketry (NAR), TARC was created in the fall of 2002 as a one-time celebration of the Centennial of Flight, but by popular demand became an annual program.

  Tests of Engineering Aptitude, Mathematics and Science (TEAMS)

  TEAMS (Tests of Engineering Aptitude, Mathematics and Science) is an annual competition for middle and high school students designed to help them discover their potential for engineering. Using science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) and 21st century learning skills, students work collaboratively to problem solve real-world engineering challenges.

  Toshiba/NSTA ExploraVision

  Teams of students in grades K-12 submit designs for new technology that benefits society. Member of first- and second- place teams each receive a $10,000 and $5,000 savings bond, respectively, and an all-expenses paid trip to Washington, DC, for an awards ceremony.

  Trinity College International Robot Contest

  The TCFFHRC is a not-for-profit, international event that embraces and encourages the invention of autonomous, socially-relevant robots from enthusiasts of all ages. The goal of the contest weekend is to promote and inspire creativity and teamwork, with a central focus in understanding and applying STEM subjects while sharing ideas within the robotics community.

• Organizations: International

  Manitoba Science Academy Summer Program (Canada)

  This six-week, residential summer program is open to international students with futures in science and engineering. Students (grades 10-12) earn 2 high school credits which are transferable to their State/Province. Gifted youth work as full members of the research team and are involved in the collection and analysis of data. Students must generate a Scientific Report and deliver an oral presentation of the findings of their study to successfully complete the program.

  Research Science Institute (RSI) (Massachusetts)

  Sponsored by the Center for Excellence in Education (CEE) and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), the Research Science Institute (RSI) summer program involves focused content on advanced theory in the sciences, technology, engineering, and research in mathematics (STEM). Held every summer at MIT, RSI is open to students who have completed the third year of high school or the equivalent. Successful applicants will have demonstrated superior scholastic achievement in mathematics, the sciences, and verbal arts. They will have shown the potential for leadership in science and mathematics through their activities in and beyond the classroom. Refer to their informative web page for application deadline details.

  Women in Engineering (WIE) part of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

  Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)Women in Engineering (WIE) is the largest international professional organization dedicated to promoting women engineers and scientists and inspiring girls around the world to follow their academic interests to a career in engineering.
  

• Organizations: Local

  Engineering Minds (Tampa, FL)

  Engineering Minds is an engineering education program teaching theory, application, and career skills to intellectually gifted middle and high school students. Saturday, weekly, and summer workshops are offered and include high level technical discussions and videos on topics such as artificial intelligence, quantum mechanics, entrepreneurship, intellectual property, and much more.

  Legoland - California Resort (Carlsbad, CA)

  Legoland is a fantastic themepark, located in California just north of San Diego. It is not nearly as crowded as Disneyland, and has great rides, shows, and fun activities. The rides include the Dragon Coaster (a mild roller coaster), the TechniCoaster (a fast roller coaster with a big drop and fun turns), and the AquaZone Waveracer (where you might get wet). There is also a great play structure. Children will also have a chance to build, program and control their own robots after creating them from scratch.

  Science & Engineering Education - Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (Richland, WA)

  This organization has several educational programs for precollege and undergraduate students. Some of the opportunities available include shadowing an employee, being a student research intern or being a student apprentice (must be a Tri-Cities student for many of the programs). Professional development workshops are available for teachers.
  

• Organizations: National

  Advancing Hispanics/Chicanos & Native Americans in Science (SACNAS)

  Advancing Hispanics/Chicanos & Native Americans in Science (SACNAS) is a society of scientists dedicated to fostering the success of Hispanic/Chicano and Native American scientists—from college students to professionals—in attaining advanced degrees, careers, and positions of leadership. With a 36-year history, SACNAS is comprised of over 20,000 members, partners, and affiliates from a diversity of disciplines, institutions, ethnic backgrounds, and levels along the educational trajectory. SACNAS members are dedicated to giving back through mentorship, peer networks, and professional development, and to engaging in science research and leadership of the highest caliber.

  All About Learning

  All About Learning harnesses the motivational effects of video game making, renewable energy, and engineering education for students using their LEGO® kits to teach science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) concepts and educational skills such as critical thinking, problem solving, collaboration, agility and adaptability, curiosity and imagination. All About Learning works with summer camps and school enrichment programs providing classes for kids throughout the United States.
  

  EEME - electronics

  EEME makes hands-on project kits paired with an online video curricula to teach 7-12 year old kids electronics. Their goal is to nurture the curiosity & critical thinking kids need for the science, technology, engineering, math (STEM) opportunities of tomorrow.

  Innovation World

  The mission of Innovation World is to awaken, inspire, facilitate and promote creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship in schools, businesses and individually for every person, of any age, background, ethnicity or economic status. The website includes numerous STEAM resources.

  Institute for Broadening Participation (IBP) Pathways to Science

  The mission of the Institute for Broadening Participation (IBP) is to increase diversity in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) workforce. Pathways to Science is a project of IBP supporting pathways to the STEM fields: science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. This group places particular emphasis on connecting underrepresented groups with STEM programs, funding, mentoring and resources. Use their website to find programs such as undergraduate summer research opportunities, graduate fellowships, postdoctoral positions, as well as resources and materials pertaining to recruitment, retention, and mentoring.

  Invent.org

  This non-profit provides programs, places, content and other experiences related to invention. There is information on how to get a patent for an invention, resources related to patents and inventions, the National Inventors Hall of Fame and information on programs such as Camp Invention.

  InventiveLabs (Beverly, MA)

  InventiveLabs is a place to share research and innovative ideas. Teams are selected from applicants who choose a topic based on passion: science, engineering, inventions, fashion & design, the arts, medicine, health care. Inventive Labs offers facilitators, mentors and experts to guide the process. An embedded business incubator helps new start-ups with Angel Funds available.

  Society for Science & the Public (SSP)

  The mission of the Society for Science & the Public (SSP) is to advance public understanding and appreciation of science. A non-profit based in Washington, D.C., SSP encourages students, parents, teachers, and communities to explore the vast world of science. Through publications, programs, science fairs and scholarship competitions, SSP helps young people utilize and strengthen their knowledge of science, math, and engineering.

  Technology Student Association (TSA)

  TSA’s curriculum, competitive events, chapter programs and conferences provide academic and personal growth challenges to its members. TSA hosts more than sixty competitions that incorporate communications, construction, manufacturing, transportation, leadership and related technologies. Through the TEAMS Competition, students in grades 7-12 answer multiple choice and short essay questions and complete a hands on design challenge on an annual theme.

  The American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE)

  The American Society for Engineering Education is a nonprofit member association dedicated to promoting and improving engineering and technology education. ASEE is more than 12,000 deans, professors, instructors, students and industry representatives.

• Organizations: Regional

  Siemens Foundation PATH Fellowships

  Launched in 2016, the Siemens Foundation has partnered with PATH, a leading global health organization to launch the Siemens Foundation PATH Fellowship Program. The program engages science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) students in innovative, hands-on assignments that serve society by accelerating high-impact, low-cost solutions to some of the world’s most pressing health needs. Based in PATH’s Seattle, Washington, office, fellows are provided a meaningful research and laboratory experience and exposed to career opportunities in global health.

• Organizations: State

  Fame/Unite/Merit (DE)

  "The FAME/UNITE/MERIT Program is designed to increase the effective participation of African American, Hispanic/Latino, and Native American youth in engineering and other science professions. In addition, the program provides accelerated academic enrichment instruction in mathematics, science, computer academic setting resembling a college engineering curriculum. The program also provides professional/personal development workshops, assistance in college selection and information on the engineering profession."

• Printed Materials: Books

  Breaking Through: Helping Girls Succeed in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math

  In this book, topics ranging from how role models can make a difference to finding non-stereotypical toys and taking trips that inspire STEM discovery and engagement are illustrated with research evidence and real-life examples from girls and women. Regardless of a daughter's age (from birth to young adulthood), parents will find tips they can immediately use to help combat the gender imbalance in STEM areas.

  Brunelleschi's Dome: How a Renaissance Genius Reinvented Architecture

  During the 25 years he spent building the monument that defines the city of Florence, Filippo Brunelleschi lost his bed in a freak flood and accidentally sank 100 tons of fine, white marble in a riverboat of his own design. Author Ross King deftly lays a score of these high Renaissance adventures into the brickwork of the rising dome.

  Electronic Components: A Complete Reference for Project Builders

  This book is about several electronic components, their functions and how to use them. This book includes information on resistors, capacitors, gates, transistors, switches, and more. There are formulas, codes, and schematics explaining the subject.

  Forrest Mims Engineer's Notebook

  Written by Forrest Mims, this book offers a practical, no-nonsense collection of proven circuit designs useful for engineers, students, scientists, and hobbyists.

  Invention by Design: How Engineers Get from Thought to Thing

  Author Henry Petroski conveys the pleasures and processes of engineering. Using real world examples from the invention of the paper clip and zippers to aircraft and skyscrapers, he explains "how engineers get from thought to thing." Petroski shares his perspective on how environment, politics, economics, and culture in addition to design and engineering affect the way things look and work. Anyone interested in the evolution of a product from the invention, to design, development, production and construction will find this book fascinating.

  Pocket Flyers Paper Airplane Book

  This book is about paper airplanes with five airplane plans, directions and many pre-printed pages to make the planes. The directions are similar to Origami. Some planes do need scissors. The authors also wrote the Kid's Paper Airplane Book, and The World Record Paper Airplane Book.

  Robot Builder's Bonanza

  A major revision of the bestselling "bible" of amateur robotics building--packed with the latest in servo motor technology, micro controlled robots, remote control, Lego Mindstorms Kits, and other commercial kits. This book gives electronics hobbyists fully illustrated plans for 11 complete Robots, as well as all-new coverage of Robotix-based Robots, Lego Technic-based Robots, Functionoids with Lego Mindstorms, and Location and Motorized Systems with Servo Motors.
  

  STEAM Education for Gifted Students! Upper Elementary Through Secondary Levels: Combining Communication and Language Arts with Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

  Harry Roman presents detailed lessons for integrating STEM Education with Communication and Language Arts. Some examples of lessons are: Critical Workplace Skills, Writing Away to Companies, Technology Reporting, Invention and Communications, Writing an Operating Manual, What Makes a Good Oral Presentation?, A Technical Paper, and The Teacher as Communicator. The book also contains sections for teachers to record their Notes, Ideas and Reflections.

  STEM Education for High-Ability Learners: Designing and Implementing Programming

  This book focuses on the rigorous articulation of quality STEM education programming to develop STEM talent among high-ability and gifted learners. The intent is to provide a comprehensive resource for educators designing and implementing each of the supports within STEM education by providing a discussion of each critical component for inclusion in a planned, coherent, and high-quality sequenced system.

  STEM Robotics in the Gifted Classroom: Meet ROBO-MAN! Upper Elementary through Secondary Levels (STEM Education for Gifted Students)

  In this book, Harry Roman discusses the history of robotics, current robotic applications, robot design and math, STEM robot challenge lessons, and classroom robotic activities. The book contains many specific suggestions for use by teachers of the gifted in presenting an integrated STEM robotics program.

  STEM to STEAM Education for Gifted Students: Using Specific Communication Arts Lessons with Nanotechnology, Solar, Biomass, Robotics, & Other STEM Topics

  In this book, the authors present detailed lessons for integrating Eight STEM Education Areas with Communication Arts Lessons. These detailed lessons emphasize writing essays, descriptions and poems, and completing various exercises related to the following STEM Areas: Nanotechnology, Solar, Internet, Inventing, Music, Electric Vehicles, MOOCS, Biomass, and Robotics. The Appendices contain further information about the importance and promise of STEM Education.

  STEM-Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Education for Gifted Students: Designing a Powerful Approach to Real-World Problem Solving for Gifted

  Harry Roman's book discusses Planning and Implementing STEM Education Programs for Gifted Students. This is an Essential Book for Parents and Educators which contains many specific suggestions for use by teachers of the gifted in presenting an integrated STEM program. The book covers numerous topics such as the roots of STEM, the study of engineering, importance of math and math activities for the gifted, employee skills, creativity & imagination in the lab, STEM challenge problems, technology education, and applications to the business world.

  Stick and Rudder: An Explanation of the Art of Flying

  This book is an excellent resource for someone who wants to become a pilot or for people who want to improve their piloting skills. It tells how to execute a number of maneuvers (which are not aerobatic). Also includes helpful diagrams that explain concepts such as lift, glide, climb, straight and level flight and the turn.

  The Art of Electronics

  This book emphasizes the methods used by circuit designers: a combination of basic laws, rules of thumb and a large bag of tricks. The editors have responded to the rapid changes in electronics and offer many new tables as well as new and revised topics.

  The Encyclopedia of Civil Aircraft

  This book describes and has many photos of most civil aircraft built in the world from the 1920's to the present day.

  The New Way Things Work

  For ages 9-12, this book boasts a richly illustrated 80-page section that wrenches us all (including the wooly mammoth who ambles along with the reader) into the digital age of modems, digital cameras, compact discs, bits and bytes. Readers can glory in gears in "The Mechanics of Movement," investigate flying in "Harnessing the Elements," demystify the sound of music in "Working with Waves," marvel at magnetism in "Electricity & Automation," and examine e-mail in "The Digital Domain."

  The Ultimate Book of Cross Sections

  This book has a variety of cross-sections, showing the inner and outer workings of the machines. The double-page full-color drawings in this encyclopedic volume will have engineering buffs poring over the detailed cross sections of the machinery. There are chapters on cars, trains, building vehicles, tanks, rescue vehicles, record breakers, ships, planes, jets, and space vehicles and instruments. Within each chapter, a double-page spread is devoted to a cross section of one type of machine.

• Printed Materials: Periodicals/Reports & Studies

  Mechanical Engineering Magazine

  "The Web provides a global electronic platform that will help us showcase mechanical engineering's leading role in technological advancements. Along with selected feature stories from our print version, we plan to provide updated late-breaking technical and industry-related business news every week, filled with important links." (John G. Falcioni: Editor-in-Chief)

• Schools & Programs: College Affiliated

  Florida Polytechnic University (Lakeland, FL)

  The mission of Florida Polytechnic University is to prepare 21st century learners in advanced fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) to become innovative problem-solvers and high-tech professionals through interdisciplinary teaching, leading-edge research, and collaborative local, regional and global partnerships.

  Louisiana State University's Recruitment Into Engineering of High-Ability Minority Students (REHAMS) (Baton Rouge, LA)

  This program is designed to offer academically talented minority students an opportunity to examine first-hand the activities and thought patterns characteristic of engineers.

  MIT PRIMES (Cambridge, MA)

  MIT PRIMES (Program for Research in Mathematics, Engineering and Science for High School Students) is a free, year-long after-school research program serving high school students who live within driving distance from Boston. Program participants work with MIT researchers on exciting unsolved problems in mathematics and computer science.

  MIT PRIMES-USA (Cambridge, MA)

  PRIMES-USA (Program for Research in Mathematics, Engineering and Science for U.S.A. high school students) is a free, year-long research program for high school juniors from across the United States. PRIMES-USA students will work on original research projects in mathematics provided by MIT faculty. Projects will be mentored by MIT graduate students via the Internet, using software and hardware tools for online collaboration.
  

  Science and Engineering Apprentice Program (SEAP) (Washington, DC)

  The Science and Engineering Apprentice Program (SEAP) for high school students places academically talented apprentices with interest and ability in science and mathematics in Department of Defense (DoD) laboratories for eight continuous weeks during the summer. These students work with scientists and engineers who act as mentors. The program offers students a unique and positive experience in their fields of interest, thus encouraging them to pursue careers in science and engineering.

• Schools & Programs: Independent

  Cleveland Institute of Electronics (CIE)

  This distance learning program features hands-on, self-paced correspondence courses including electronic kits that teach specific electronics subjects through associate's and Bachelor degree levels in electronics technology and engineering.

  James Dyson Foundation

  The James Dyson Foundation focuses on improvement of problem solving skills for young engineers through the use of design and hands on experience. The James Dyson Award is an international design award that celebrates, encourages and inspires the next generation of design engineers. The Award is open to current and recent design engineering students.

  Southern California Institute of Architecture (Los Angeles, CA)

  SCI-Arc is a center of innovation and one of the nation's few independent architecture schools, offering undergraduate and graduate programs. The school is dedicated to educating architects who will imagine and shape the future.

• Schools & Programs: Math & Science Programs

  Academy for Science & Design (Nashua, NH)

  Designed for students in grades 7 through 12 specializing in science, mathematics, engineering and design, this open enrollment public charter school offers seven areas of specialization, ranging from Architecture to Computer Science to Aeronautics and more.

  Georgia Academy of Arts, Mathematics, Engineering and Sciences (Cochran, GA)

  This is an exclusive 2-year Dual Enrollment residential program that allows high school students the opportunity to simultaneously earn a high school diploma from their home high school as well as a possible associate's degree from Middle Georgia State University (MGA), while experiencing dorm living and integrating within our inclusive university community on the Cochran Campus.

  Ocean Exploration Trust - Science & Engineering Internship Program (Old Lyme, CT)

  The Nautilus Science and Engineering Internship Program aims to train undergraduate and graduate students studying ocean science, engineering and video/film in the at-sea environment. Intern positions entail two to five week periods working aboard E/V Nautilus as Data Loggers, ROV Pilots, or Video Engineers. All interns spend their time on Nautilus working with a wide array of scientists, engineers, students and educators. All interns gain experience in communications and leadership, including participating in educational outreach activities, such as live interviews with shore.

  STEM High and Academy (Highlands Ranch, CO)

  This small charter school is designed to offer a new and innovative opportunity for students. The goal is to become a premier public high school for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) in Colorado and the nation.

  Storming Robots (Branchburg, NJ)

  Storming Robots provides year-round robotics engineering and technology education for talented youth from Grades 4 to 12. Engineering challenges that are not commonly present at grade-school levels are offered. Through the engineering process, students are engaged in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics with hands-on, application-based robotics projects. During the summer, it also offers college level computer science for high school students, known as Summer Storming Robots.

• Schools & Programs: Public

  Army Educational Outreach Program

  Through AEOP, the Army continues its long tradition and strong commitment to the advancement of STEM education and literacy. Leveraging its most valuable assets – world-class scientists and engineers and research facilities – AEOP offers our nation’s youth and teachers a collaborative, cohesive portfolio of opportunities that effectively engage future workforce generations in meaningful, real-world STEM experiences, competitions and paid internships. From elementary school through graduate school, students of all proficiency levels, interests, social and economic backgrounds are encouraged to participate in real-world STEM experiences while also engaging with Army-sponsored mentors.

• Summer Programs: International

  Boston Leadership Institute (Boston, MA)

  The Boston Leadership Institute selects outstanding high school students for three-week programs each summer. Students develop high-level research skills and subject matter expertise that strengthen credentials valuable for college admission. Boston Leadership Institute programs are led by top teachers from leading high schools with experience teaching high-achieving students. Many of these teachers have won major teaching awards and/or hold advanced degrees. Students may apply online or request a phone interview. Students excelling in honors or advanced STEM classes are encouraged to apply.

• Summer Programs: MidAtlantic Region

  Advanced Studies Leadership Program (Buzzards Bay, MA)

  A 3-week summer college-like residential experience that emphasizes leadership and development and project oriented instruction in Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM) areas and the humanities for high achieving students from the Cape Cod Collaborative member districts.

  Cooper Union - Summer Stem Program (New York, NY)

  The Summer STEM Program is an intensive, six-week experience that immerses students in hands-on engineering design and problem-solving, thereby placing them on the right track for careers in technological innovation. Students work closely with Cooper Union faculty at the forefront of engineering education. Projects range broadly and include robotics, digital fabrication, computer programming and app development, biomedical and genetic engineering, improved urban infrastructure, and even racecar design.

  George Washington University Pre-College Program (DC)

  High school students in the Pre-College Program spend a summer in Washington, D.C., taking advantage of GW's expertise in global development, international relations, public policy and administration, politics, diplomacy, history, biomedical engineering, museum studies and the arts. The program is designed to be intensive and exciting, allowing students to experience the academic rigors of learning in a college environment. They are academically-challenging courses that integrate lectures and seminars with exploration of area organizations.

  NASA SHARP Program

  Students will do apprentice work with industry- or university-based mathematics, science, and engineering (MSE) professionals and participate in "hands-on" research. They will live on a college campus, participate in enrichment activities and meet other NASA SHARP apprentices from diverse backgrounds. NASA SHARP aims to establish individual working relationships between students and active researchers in aerospace-related fields, and to strengthen the nation's and the government's efforts to recruit and sustain underrepresented students in science and engineering fields. The Program offers aerospace-focused researchers and other science and engineering professionals the opportunity to serve as mentors to such students (16 years of age or older) who are rising eleventh and twelfth graders with interest and potential in science and engineering.
  

  Worcester Polytechnic Institute Frontiers in Science, Math, and Engineering (MA)

  This residential, on-campus summer program is for high school students in Grades 10-11, with a duration of 1-2 weeks. Students choose an area of STEM and participate in related coursework, humanities and arts workshops, and field trips.

• Summer Programs: Midwestern Region

  Ball State's College of Architecture and Planning - DesignWorks Summer Studio (Muncie, IN)

  True to Ball State’s commitment to experiential learning, this two-week session for high school students offers a hands-on immersion into the exciting world of environmental design and problem solving, with fun and creative activities led by CAP faculty. The workshop's format bears similarities to the college’s First-Year Program for new freshmen—a sampling of various disciplines, conducted in the same design studios that college students use.

  Explorations in Engineering Workshop (Houghton, MI)

  "The Explorations in Engineering Workshop allows high school sophomore/junior minority and/or economically disadvantaged men and women who are academically talented in mathematics and/or science the opportunity to investigate careers in engineering and science.

  Frontiers of Science Institute (Greeley, CO)

  The Frontiers of Science Institute is a six week residential camp at the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley, Colorado. High school students in their sophomore or junior year are eligible to apply. The camp has a strong focus on STEM subjects and gives students the opportunity to take the six week course for college credit.

  Men in Engineering and Computer Science Summer Camp (Cincinnati, OH)

  This one week day camp will allow you to develop your creativity as well as provide you with the opportunity to meet and speak with working engineers who will allow you to see for yourself that engineers are innovative designers and problem solvers for society. Forty student participants will be selected on a first-come, first-serve basis.

  MichiganTech Summer Youth Programs (Houghton, MI)

  Explorations in careers and knowledge for pre-college students cover such programs as Summer Youth Explorations, Women in Engineering, American Indian Workshop or Explorations in Engineering.

  UE Options, University of Evansville (Evansville, IN)

  The University of Evansville hosts residential camps for middle and high school girls, and a day camp for middle school boys. The camp will introduce students to career options available with a degree in engineering and computer science through mini-courses taught by university professors and academic field-trips.

  University of Minnesota College of Science & Engineering Summer Camps (Minneapolis, MN)

  University of Minnesota College of Science & Engineering offers a number of summer programs for different age ranges on numerous topics. Summer camps include: Discover STEM; Girls Solve It! With Mathematical Biology; Eureka!; IMA-MathCEP Math Modeling Camp; National Summer Transportation Institute (NSTI); Technology Day Camp; and, Summer Computer Academy.

  University of Notre Dame Introduction to Engineering (South Bend, IN)

  This summer program is for students in grades 9-12 and runs for a duration of two weeks. Students explore engineering and related careers through project-based work, guest lectures, and field trips.

• Summer Programs: National

  AIM: Academically Interested Minds (Flint, MI)

  AIM (Academically Interested Minds) is a five-week residential pre-college summer program which began in 1984 and has continued to thrive over the years. The program is designed to augment Kettering University's efforts to reach a greater number of multicultural students who have a strong interest in the areas of engineering, math, science and business. There is no cost to the student.

  John Hopkins University Engineering Innovation

  Engineering Innovation (EI) is an exciting, hands-on summer course for high school students interested in engineering. This program is offered at the JHU Homewood campus in Baltimore, MD and at other sites in Maryland, California, the District of Columbia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. A residential experience is available at the JHU Homewood campus and Hood College. Through Engineering Innovation, high school students put engineering concepts to the test. Applying their knowledge of math and science to labs and hands-on projects, concepts they’ve learned in their high school classrooms are suddenly linked to real-world practice.

  Maker Camp on Google+

  This is a free online summer camp on Google+, with six weeks of making, building, experimenting, wrecking, and DIY fun. Participants make awesome projects with the ultimate makers at MAKE magazine, go on "virtual field trips" to exciting places, and more!

• Summer Programs: Northeastern Region

  Acera Summer STEAM Camp (Winchester, MA)

  Launched in 2015, the Acera summer program extends rich STEAM learning experiences available at the school to the summer months. Open to both Acera and non-Acera students in elementary and middle school, this program offers unique opportunities for STEAM exploration and growth, and engages students in hands-on, contextual learning across disciplines.

  Lehigh University Summer Engineering Institute (SEI) (Bethlehem, PA)

  Open to residents of PA, NJ, NY, VA, OH, MD, or DE, this is a four-week summer residential program of intensive classroom study and research for exceptionally talented, rising high school juniors and seniors. SEI provides enrichment experiences in the fields of engineering and technology. A major goal of the program is to encourage young talent to pursue careers in these areas and other STEM disciplines, thereby fostering global competitiveness in engineering and technology and other STEM disciplines.

  MITES (Minority Introduction to Engineering and Science) (Cambridge, MA)

  Minority Introduction to Engineering and Science (MITES) is a rigorous academic enrichment program for promising high school juniors interested in studying and exploring careers in science, engineering, and entrepreneurship. During six weeks in the summer before their senior year, participants tackle advanced academic challenges, develop the skills necessary to achieve success in an increasingly globalized economy, and forge relationships with individuals from diverse racial, ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds. The program is scholarship-based, with students paying only for transportation to and from MIT.

  Rutgers Student Learning and Achievement Aerospace and Mechanical (SLAAM) Engineering Summer Academy (Piscataway, NJ)

  Rutgers engineering high school summer program, called the Student Learning and Achievement Aerospace and Mechanical (SLAAM) Engineering Summer Academy, is a non-residential summer program aimed at academically talented and motivated high school students. SLAAM provides opportunities for students to pursue their intellectual curiosity and meet others who share their engineering interests and abilities. SLAAM is a selective program for high-achieving high school students who wish to engage in meaningful research and professional development at Rutgers’ Busch Campus for a two-week summer session.

  Smith Summer Science and Engineering Program (SSEP) (Northampton, MA)

  SSEP is a four-week residential program for exceptional young women with strong interests in science, engineering and medicine. Each July, select high school students from across the country and abroad come to Smith College to do hands-on research with Smith faculty in the life and physical sciences and in engineering.

  Summer Educational Experience at Kent (SEEK) (CT)

  Kent School offers four programs designed to give high school students, including those who will be beginning ninth grade, the chance to experience engineering education and entrepreneurship. The Summer Educational Experience at Kent (SEEK) is offered in partnerships with professionals from several institutions, including U. Penn’s Wharton Business School, Harvard Kennedy School, and the Georgia Tech Integrated Product Lifecycle Engineering (IPLE) Laboratory.

  Vermont Governor's Institute on Engineering (Burlington, VT)

  The University of Vermont's College of Engineering and The Governor's Institutes of Vermont host an annual UVM/GIV Engineering - Summer Institute. Students will explore career opportunities in aerospace, biomedical, civil, mechanical and electrical engineering.

• Summer Programs: Northwestern Region

  Center for Sensorimotor Neural Engineering (CSNE) - Young Scholars Program (Seattle, WA)

  The Center for Sensorimotor Neural Engineering (CSNE) at the University of Washington sponsors a 10-week Young Scholars Program on the university's Seattle campus each summer. High school students will be involved in ongoing research projects with researchers, and will have the opportunity to take part in workshop training sessions in ethics, communication skills, and scientific presentation skills designed to provide the student scientist with a solid foundation for future study.

  Super Solvers Gizmos & Gadgets

  In Super Solvers Gizmos & Gadgets, Morty Maxwell, better known as the Master of Mischief, has taken over the Shady Glen Technolgy Center. Only you can stop the Master of Mischief. Build 15 different vehicles -five automotive, five aircraft, and fiver alternative energy-and use them to race against Morty. To build a faster vehicle, you'll have to collect the parts you need by mastering physical science puzzles and dodging Morty's sneaky Cyber Chimps.

  University of Washington College of Engineering - DawgBytes (Seattle, WA)

  UW CSE's K-12 outreach program, DawgBytes, introduces middle and high school students and teachers to the exciting world of computer science and engineering through a fun, inclusive week of learning. Camps include Web Design, Mindstorms Robotics, Computer Programming, Girls' Creative Project and Career Exploration, and Google Apps.
  

• Summer Programs: Southern Region

  Clemson University - Summer Science, Engineering and Architecture Enrichment Programs (Clemson, SC)

  For the past 28 years, Clemson University has offered a summer enrichment program for gifted middle and high school students. In addition to challenging courses, students are provided with opportunities for fun, friendship and a Clemson experience. This enrichment program is for rising seventh through 12th grade students.
  

  G.R.A.D.E. Camp, University of Houston, (Houston, TX)

  Girls entering 8th through 12th grade are eligible to attend G.R.A.D.E. Camp at the University of Houston. The camp is a one week day camp designed to give girls the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with female professionals and students in the engineering field. Students will also have the opportunity to work in teams, design a robot, and learn about careers on engineering.

  MAES - STEM Professional, Student and Junior Chapters

  MAES is the foremost Latino organization for the development of STEM leaders in the academic, executive and technical communities. MAES Science Extravaganza is a one-day, hands-on academic enrichment experience for middle and high school students. Held all across the nation by MAES’ professional and student chapters, this event is ideal for sparking an interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) among younger students. The event consists of workshops and activities presented by volunteer professionals, professors, and college students across a wide range of technical and scientific fields.

  NC State College of Engineering - Summer Programs for High School Students (Raleigh, NC)

  Each summer, the College of Engineering at NC State University offers rising 9th and 10th grade high school students the opportunity to experience engineering at NC State. We offer a multidisciplinary week-long day camp that provides an experience into different fields of engineering. Teams of campers experience introductory activities then transition to work on a collaborative team-oriented challenge project.

  STEP Forward Camp, University of Houston (Houston, TX)

  STEP Forward is a one week residential program at the University of Houston. Rising high school seniors with a strong interest in math and science are eligible to apply. During the camp, students will be involved in team engineering projects, take academic engineering field trips, and have the opportunity to learn from current engineering students and professionals.

  Tennessee Governor's School for Emerging Technologies at Tennessee Technological University - Cookeville (Cookeville, TN)

  The Governor’s School for Emerging Technologies is designed to stimulate interest in science, technology, engineering and mathematics through study of current topics in biotechnology, nanotechnology, information technology, and other emerging technologies. The school capitalizes on partnerships with a unique array of high technology research and development organizations located across the State of Tennessee to provide students with the opportunity to learn from leading researchers and experience cutting-edge research facilities through weekly field trips.

  Tennessee Governor's Schools Engineering at University of Tennessee, Knoxville (Knoxville, TN)

  The Governor’s School for Engineering will introduce students to a wide variety of engineering disciplines and provide the opportunity to learn and apply problem-solving methods that are common to all engineering disciplines. It will focus on engineering design through hands-on projects that integrate applied mathematics, science and computer tools. In addition, students will receive an in-depth introduction to the field of biomedical engineering, with a study of human physiology including examples of how engineering problem solving, analytical, and computational models produce solutions to biomedical problems.

• Summer Programs: Western Region

  Girls Garage (Berkeley, CA)

  Girls Garage is a one-of-a-kind design and building camp for girls ages 9-12 that inspires creativity and curiosity through hands-on building, problem-solving, and meaningful making. In both summer and after-school programs, girls will cut plywood with a jigsaw, fuse metal with a welder, and create projects of personal and social relevance. Girls Garage’s instructors are female architects, designers and creative educators.

  Idaho Junior Engineering, Mathematics, and Science (JEMS) Summer Workshop (Moscow, ID)

  The University of Idaho College of Engineering sponsors the annual Idaho Junior Engineering, Mathematics, and Science (JEMS) Summer Workshop for students who have completed their junior or senior year of high school. The focus of the workshop is to expose students to engineering problems within technical and social contexts, and to encourage them to enroll in college. Students will participate in lab exercises, field trips, computer exercises, and recreational activities.
  

• Websites & Other Media: Commercial

  300-in-One Electronic Project Lab

  This mixed media electronic project kit helps kids learn the basics of electricity and electronics. Contains a control panel with LED digital display, photoelectric cell and light emitting diodes.

  Chaos World of Motion

  This building set focuses on a 3-D rolling ball machine. You can purchase the Chaos Tower, and build a 6-ft tall maze for a ball to climb down. Accessory kits offer extra ball traps, joint connectors, trampolines, and loop-de-loops to enhance your maze. Additionally, the building set includes CD-ROM and videos with a 3rd- through 12th-grade physics curriculum.

  Edmund Scientific

  "Edmund Scientific's" is a catalog for science and engineering enthusiasts. It contains materials for every age, from kits, scientific toys, games, and puzzles, to high-quality telescopes, microscopes and miscellaneous lab equipment. Items are available to order online as well.

  Expandagon Construction System

  This building system allows you to build a shape that can unfold and transform into a different, expanded shape by pressing any set of Magic Points. It is a 3-dimensional approach to geometry of solids.

  K'NEX

  This building system offers exceptional play value through building and bringing models to life. It inspires creativity, builds self-confidence and encourages interaction among children and parents. The possibilities are endless! K'NEX is the number one construction toy company in the non-brick category and getting bigger every day!

  Mathematica

  Mathematica is a tool that performs simple calculator operations, large-scale programming and interactive document preparation. It is used in scientific research, engineering analysis and modeling, technical education from high school to graduate school, and anywhere else quantitative methods are used.

  Mike's Lego CAD

  Mike's Lego CAD allows you to make, edit, and save your own computer Lego creations. Print and share the instructions for models you made, and you can use as many pieces as you want to create complex lego creations.

  NerdKit

  A NerdKit is a combination of electronic parts and wisdom, which together will teach you about digital electronics, embedded systems, and how to bridge computers with the "real world". A NerdKit's microcontroller kit is appropriate for hobbyists, and has educational material to allow even middle-schoolers and high-schoolers (ages 12+) looking for a fun challenge to learn by doing, especially with the help of a techie parent! A microcontroller is a small computer on a single chip, including processing, memory, and inputs and outputs.

  Robotix

  This building system lets imaginative builders use interchangeable parts to create working robots. Parts are plastic and most kits can be used to make more than one robot.

  Snap Circuits Jr.

  Prepare to engineer 101 exciting, useful electronic gadgets & play lively electronic games with Snap Circuits Jr. The colorful and easy-to-follow format of the instruction manual makes circuit assembly stress-free and fun. All projects are simple to build and understand. Perfect for the novice engineer.

  The Great Courses

  The more than 500 Great Courses are crafted for lifelong learners with engaging, immersive learning experiences in a wide variety of subjects from science and mathematics to philosophy, history, literature and economics to cooking and photography. The world’s greatest teachers have a team of experts who collaborate on crafting a customized and entertaining educational journey that’s both comprehensive and fascinating. There are no exams. No homework assignments. No prerequisites. Customers can choose the format that fits their life: video or audio, discs or digital. Watch on a television, laptop or tablet, or listen to audio files on a mobile device.

  Visible V8 Engine

  This kit is ideal for budding mechanics and modelers. Students build an engine that's 1/4 actual size. When they turn the crank, the parts move-perfectly timed like a real V-8. The crankshaft rotates, valves open and close, rods and pistons move up and down-all seen through the transparent engine block.

• Websites & Other Media: For Educators

  Engineering the Future: The Educator's Guide to Building and Construction

  Engineering the Future offers lessons, activities, and classroom strategies to assist educators in teaching young people STEM oriented content.

  NOVA Education - Public Broadcasting Service (PBS)

  NOVA Education tailors NOVA's digital resources for educators in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics including life science, earth and space science, and physical science. The free educator library is produced according to teaching standards and includes videos, audio segments, lesson plans, and interactives designed to facilitate effective classroom integration.

• Websites & Other Media: For Fun

  Block N Roll

  This is an award winning educational toy (Parents' Guide for Children's Media, Dr. Toy Best Vacation Children's Products Award, and the Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Award) construction block system that's fun and educational for kids.

  City Square Off

  Go head-to-head against your opponent in this tactical game of city planning. Draw a shape card and then simultaneously try to fit the matching tile into your city grids. Plot wisely as you must always have space to play your next piece. Build your city without going over the limits and consider yourself the master planner.

  Crazy Machines 1.5 - More Gizmos, Gadgets & Whatchamacallits

  This game provides explosive action and fun with this brain-teasing puzzle game. It features zany "Rube Goldberg" devices using 100 awesome and wacky parts.

  Design Squad Nation (DSN) Build Big Contest - PBS

  Design Squad Nation (DSN) wants students to Build Big. Choose an activity from the DSN website, form a team, and build your own super-big version. Then take a video of your working design and upload it to YouTube. Someone over the age 18 must be team leader and submit the project - ask a teacher, a parent, a guardian, a grandparent, or a friend to get involved.

  EngineerGirl Essay Contest

  Students in grades 3-12 write an essay describing their solution to a problem based on an annual topic (2017: Engineering and Animals). First- through third place winners receive $500, $250, and $100, respectively. Word count varies by grade; see website for details.

  LDraw.org

  This site is devoted to Lego 3D Cad and has links to programs that allow you to make, edit, and render 3D Lego models. LDraw.org also has links to the latest 3D Lego parts, and a reference section containing many articles on Lego 3D CAD.

  LUGNET-LEGO Users Group Network

  This site includes information about Legos from designs to information about locating missing pieces. It also provides information on LEGO gatherings, clubs and other people's creations.

  Railroad Tycoon II

  'The Iron Seed' lets you build the first railroad in the U.S.--the Baltimore and Ohio. 'Excess on the Orient Express' challenges you to negotiate obstacles, both geographic and political, to connect Paris to Istanbul. 'Cape to Cairo' lets you build through the steamy jungles of Africa and attempt what no one has accomplished in 200 years--a trans-African railroad.

  Return of the Incredible Machine: Contraptions

  Return of The Incredible Machine allows players to use unique, sometimes humorous mechanical components to construct fantastic machines that accomplish unusual tasks. Each puzzle contains a partially built machine and the extra pieces needed to complete it and accomplish the goal. The player's job is to use the pieces in the correct way to complete the machine. As players become more familiar with the various machine parts and their functions, the puzzles become more sophisticated and challenging. This third installment of the Incredible Machine series from Sierra features improved graphics and new puzzles to challenge virtual engineers of all ages.

  Rocketry Forum

  Rocketry Forum features the most current information about model, high power and amateur rocketry. It also has information about rocketry-related school and university programs and other rocketry and space-related websites.

  Totally Absurd Inventions: America's Goofiest Patents

  This website explores the funnier side of our inventive spirit by featuring actual USA patented products.

• Websites & Other Media: Informational

  Be An Architect

  This article is mainly for teenagers, but much of the information will also be useful for adults contemplating a career in architecture. The advice comes from Dr. Lee Waldrep, an Architectural Education Consultant, and from a number of other architects who offer advice in our About Architecture discussion forum.

  Civil Engineering Degree

  A website created to help new college students find in-depth and unbiased information about picking the right Civil Engineering degree to fit their needs. The website provides information about various schools, and aims to help new students find the best program based on their interests.

  Code.org

  Code.org is a non-profit dedicated to expanding access to computer science, and increasing participation by women and underrepresented students of color. The organization's vision is that every student in every school should have the opportunity to learn computer science.

  Discover Engineering

  Discover Engineering is a website that seeks to inform about what engineering is and what engineers do. If you surf your way through this site, you'll know way more about engineers and engineering than most adults. You might even decide that you want to become an engineer. A really broad but short definition of engineering is: "Engineering is the application of math and science to create something of value from our natural resources."

  Discover Engineering

  This website provides information on interesting tours and sites around the United States involving engineering. Do you realize that everything around you that makes your life easier and more fun, nearly everything that make our economy go, has been created by an engineer? So when you take a trip - either around your neck of the woods or around the country - you'll find countless sights that help tell the engineering story. The sights listed here are certainly not the only ones, but they're a sampling of activities creative marvels, and thrills that will help get you started. Take a look: Engineers turn ideas into reality!

  eGFI (Engineering, Go For It!)

  eGFI seeks to identify and gather in one place the most effective engineering education resources available to the K-12 community. From comprehensive data on outreach programs to profiles of “cool” engineers to hundreds of links and readings related to engineering education, eGFI offers useful, easily accessible materials specifically tailored to students’ and educators’ interests.

  Engineering.com

  Got an engineering-related issue you'd like to throw open for discussion? Want help getting your ideas out there? Like to work on a project with friends, classmates, colleagues or the greater community? Do all these things and more on engineering.com. Gain access to a talented team of writers who produce over 2000 articles per year, free online collaboration whiteboards, messaging services, AI, and key partnerships in academia and some of the most powerful technology companies in the world.

  Factory Tours USA

  This website celebrates American imagination and industry. What better way to appreciate those qualities than to visit and tour America at work. The information on this site is maintained by many people throughout the United States who enjoy visiting American industry. Simply click on a state and see what factory tours are available!

  Fun-Engineering.net

  This site houses an eclectic collection of engineering related stuff, including animations, blogs, eBooks, and video demos of engineering principles.

  Greatest Engineering Achievements

  How long have we enjoyed air conditioning? How long was the Internet developed? At this fascinated site, you’ll find detailed historical information and essays on 20 major engineering accomplishments of the 20th century.

  IDEAL Solutions for STEM Acceleration

  The Inventory for Decisions about Educational Acceleration and Learning (IDEAL) Solutions for STEM Acceleration is a web-based system that provides student-centered feedback to inform decisions about academic acceleration in STEM fields. The program draws upon their expertise in the area of academic acceleration and have capitalized specifically upon the wide-ranging information available through the Institute for Research and Policy on Acceleration (IRPA). IRPA is part of the Connie Belin & Jacqueline N. Blank International Center for Gifted Education and Talent Development.

  Instructables

  Whether you’re into woodworking or paper, kitchen hacks or laser cutting (or almost anything else!), at this site you’ll find thousands of step by step guides for making projects.

  MIT+K12 Videos

  Go into MIT’s labs with these five minute videos in which MIT students explore concepts that include Engineering Engines and Engineering Trash into Treasure. You can also visit #askMIT to learn whether its’s possible to engineer ourselves to need less oxygen, make a robot with feelings, and more.

  NASA - For Educators

  This section of the NASA website is dedicated to educators. Search hundreds of resources by subject, grade level, type and keyword. These lesson plans and teaching materials support a STEM curriculum. Also, browse STEM-related professional development opportunities, webinars, workshops, and ways for educators and their students to get involved with NASA.

  NASA Education

  NASA's education program strives to "inspire and motivate students to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics" by supporting education in the Nation's schools and to "engage the public in shaping and sharing the experience of exploration and discovery" by supporting informal education and public outreach efforts. NASA's commitment to education places special emphasis on these goals by increasing elementary and secondary education participation in NASA projects; enhancing higher education capability in STEM disciplines; increasing participation by underrepresented and underserved communities; expanding e-Education; and expanding NASA's participation with the informal education community.
  

  Optics For Kids: The Science and Engineering Behind It

  Elementary school children will learn some fun and interesting things about OPTICS on this website. Optics is the science of light, and one of the most important fields of physics. Interactive activities, downloadable word searches, and web and book resources are all a part of this informative site recommended by Encyclopaedia Britannica.

  ROVer Ranch - K-12 Experiments in Robotic Software

  The ROVer Ranch is a place to learn about robotic engineering. You can learn about the development of robots, their elements and systems, and use a 3D VRML simulation to build and run your own robot.

  Socratic.org

  This website is a free, open resource designed to make learning easier, with access to great, contextual teaching when needed. Socratic allows users to ask and answer questions around the world, earn karma for answers and get thanked, and level up and unlock badges along the way.

  Solar Car Projects

  This site offers links to various solar car projects at college and universities throughout the U.S. and the world.

  STEMtube

  STEMtube is a website where students can post their science, technology, engineering, and math photos and video links to share with each other. It can help students develop projects and expand on their ideas.

  STEMworks at WestEd

  STEMworks is your go-to resource for finding and investing in the nation’s leading STEM education programs.

  The Nanotube Site

  This site was developed to facilitate the exchange of ideas among researchers by concentrating links to nanotube sites. One benefit is to provide easier electronic access to bibliographical information and preprints.

  World Science Festival (WSF)

  The World Science Festival brings together great minds in science and the arts to produce live and digital content that presents the wonders of science and the drama of scientific discovery to a broad general audience. The Festival’s flagship live event is an annual weeklong celebration and exploration of science in New York City. World Science U is the Foundation’s online education arm where students and lifelong learners can dive more deeply through artfully produced digital education content presented by world-renowned scientists.

  Wright Brothers Aeroplane Company & Museum of Pioneer Aviation

  If you're after knowledge and know-how, this website offers pioneer aviation history, hands-on aviation adventures, virtual expeditions and timely information. There are six operational Wright aircraft in the virtual hangar. Check out the complete engineering drawing of the 1902 Wright Glider and links to other informational sites related to aviation and the Wright Brothers.

• Websites & Other Media: Learning Tools

  archKIDecture

  This website provides basis for learning elemental concepts such as visual literacy, math, and science through the medium of architecture.

  Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Fab Lab

  Fab labs provide widespread access to modern means for invention. They began as an outreach project from MIT's Center for Bits and Atoms (CBA). Fab labs have spread from inner-city Boston to rural India, from South Africa to the North of Norway. Activities in fab labs range from technological empowerment to peer-to-peer project-based technical training to local problem-solving to small-scale high-tech business incubation to grassroots research. Projects being developed and produced in fab labs include solar and wind-powered turbines, thin-client computers and wireless data networks, and much more.

  MIT-K12

  The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) created this project containing numerous videos full of educational content, driven by a series of questions: How can we change the perception of the role of engineers and scientists in the world? What can MIT do, right now, to improve STEM education at the K12 level? What if MIT became a publicly accessible “experiential partner” to the country’s K12 educators? What if MIT students generated short-form videos to complement the work those educators are already doing in their classrooms and homes? MIT seeks to illustrate that the best spokespeople in the battle to engage young people in science and engineering are other young people.

  PongSat

  A PongSat is an experiment that fits inside of a ping pong ball. These ping pong ball 'satellites' are flown to the edge of space by balloon or launched in sounding rockets. The PongSats are then returned to the student. It's an easy and inexpensive way to get students excited about science and engineering.