K-12 Education Opportunities
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K-12 Education Opportunities
K-12 Education Opportunities
Oak Ridge National Laboratory offers hands-on STEM outreach programs that connect K–12 students and educators with real-world science and technology. Through classroom visits, interactive events, student tours, and educator resources, ORNL brings cutting-edge research into schools and communities.
Whether you’re scheduling a scientist visit, planning a STEM event, exploring career pathways, or accessing classroom resources, our programs are designed to support educators and inspire students at every stage.
Students don’t just learn about science, they engage directly with scientists and engineers, explore careers in energy, computing, and advanced materials, and experience inquiry-based learning aligned with classroom instruction.
Each year, ORNL's STEM Outreach reaches tens of thousands of students and educators through meaningful STEM experiences. Explore our programs to bring STEM learning to your classroom or school.
Opportunities
STEM Outreach
ORNL offers hands-on STEM outreach programs that connect K–12 students and educators with real-world science. Through classroom visits, school events, and interactive experiences, students engage with scientists and explore topics like energy, AI, and advanced materials.
Programming
ORNL offers immersive STEM programs including the Next Generation STEM Internship (NGSI), Appalachian STEM Academy, and Summer Teacher Institute, along with student experiences like SAGE Camp and Trades Camp. These programs provide hands-on learning, research exposure, and career exploration for both students and educators.
For Educators
ORNL supports educators with classroom resources, training, and immersive experiences that bring real-world science into teaching. From workshops to ongoing outreach and externships, teachers gain tools to enhance STEM learning.