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STEAM Programs

 

Welcome to the Annette S. Boggs STEAM Education Center, a 6,000-square-foot facility that focuses on hands-on activities in science, technology, engineering, art and math. The Center features two classrooms and a technology room with 3-D printers and other specialty equipment. The Boggs Education Center is open year-round for group visits from schools and youth serving organizations.  

Our STEM specialist will lead your class in dynamic STEAM activities which, depending on your topic, incorporate problem solving skills, computer science fundamentals, science concepts and growth mindset. 

Customized learning for K-12 students 

Visits can be customized for grades K-12. Choose a STEAM theme and take a dive into hands-on learning. 

Current options include:

  • Computer science
  • Engineering design 
  • Physical science

Let imaginations soar during guided STEM learning experiences at Jackson’s Mill! Our goal is to make STEM concepts memorable as students practice problem solving skills through hands-on learning.

Suzanne McDonald

WVU Extension Specialist – 4-H STEM Education

 

Our steam team is here for you

We want to support your learning outcome objectives.

Annette S. Boggs STEAM Education Center Tour

STEM Specialist Dr. Jen Robertson-Honecker discusses the Annette S. Boggs STEAM Education Center and what it can do for education in the Mountain State.

 

Steam Lessons

Curriculum standards support class learning requirements. Classes are offered to students K-12 and activities range from approximately 30 to 120 minutes depending on the chosen topic.



Engineering Design
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Meet Emma, the expert who will lead STEAM programming on field trips