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K-12 Events

Promoting science, technology, engineering and mathematics education among K-12 students is vital to keeping meeting the nation’s needs for workers in the STEM fields. The need for students to be inspired to pursue careers in the STEM fields continues to grow, and ORAU is committed to providing the support necessary to improve education, research and innovation.

ORAU has more than 70 years of experience developing and managing STEM education programs that motivate and inspire tomorrow’s scientists and engineers. We also have experience providing leading-edge and innovative education for the teachers who will educate the next generation of STEM leaders.

STEM teachers from Kindergarten through high school, and others interested in the STEM fields, can choose from a number of professional development opportunities provided by ORAU.

Extreme Classroom Makeover

Extreme Classroom Makeover

Our annual Extreme Classroom Makeover competition awards deserving STEM teachers with a room full of the latest educational technology.

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Education Grants

Education Grants

ORAU directly supports the schools in our own backyard by offering education grants to Anderson County educators. Since 2002, ORAU has funded more than $500,000 in grants to area schools for projects that complement ORAU’s mission of enriching STEM education programs.

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ARC Appalachian STEM Academy at Oak Ridge

ARC Appalachian STEM Academy at Oak Ridge

The ARC Appalachian STEM Academy at Oak Ridge is a residential, hands-on learning experience for Appalachia's high school and middle school students, as well as high school teachers in STEM-related fields. 

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