Innovation Labs

Would you be interested in having ALC STEM bring our engaging programming at your school, after-school center, or community event? We’d love to collaborate with you! Our in-person visits typically range from $150-$250, depending on the duration of the session. We are also happy to work with you to meet your budget.

If your staff would like to lead the activities themselves, you can borrow equipment and curriculum kits from our resource library for hands-on STEM learning.

Additionally, we offer the option to schedule a visit from The Vortex, our mobile STEM lab and makerspace. This state-of-the-art vehicle is fully equipped to provide interactive learning experiences, making it perfect for school visits, community events, and groups like homeschoolers or youth programs seeking to explore STEM in a dynamic, hands-on way!

To schedule an Innovation Lab, email us at ashley.beasley@scouting.org with some information about your needs.

Types of Activities

Short Duration - Single Sessions (30-45 minutes)

These simple hands-on activities are designed to help develop essential STEM skills such as problem solving, teamwork, and communication.

Extended Duration - Single Session (60-90 minutes)

These activities use math and science concepts to solve real-world problems through the engineering design process and incorporating technology where appropriate. Students will be systematically guided through a process of brainstorming, design, building, testing, re-design, and sharing of solutions.

Long-Term - Multiple Sessions (60-120 minutes each)

Students will develop advanced technical skills to address complex problems. These projects focus on open-ended challenges that require research, collaboration, and the engineering design process. They are extensive project-based learning experiences that showcase students’ skills and STEM proficiency.