The Science House is a learning outreach project of NC State University. Our mission is to work in partnership with K12 teachers to increase the use and impact of hands-on learning technologies in mathematics and science.

Partnership Schools

Who Can Participate
Teachers and students from partner schools are eligible to apply for summer programs.

Teachers

The Research Experiences for Teachers (RET) in Engineering program supports the active involvement of high school teachers in engineering research in order to bring knowledge of engineering and technological innovation into their classrooms. Teachers will learn about the engineering research in Center laboratories and will translate this new knowledge of engineering into classroom activities. The goal is to involve precollege teachers in the Center's research to enable them to develop course modules to bring engineering concepts into the classroom to inform pre-college students about engineering. These Research Experiences are available to teachers from partner schools who anticipate teaching science, mathematics, or technology during the next school year. You will be asked to teach activities developed during the summer in your classes. Stipends are paid for summer dates and CEU credits are available.Teaching materials are provided for each participant.

Students
High School Rising Juniors and Seniors:
Young Scholar research experiences are available to students nominated by teachers at partner schools. You will observe Center faculty and graduate students and learn about the work in the Center laboratories during the summer and participate in hands-on activities and field trips. You will be asked to prepare a research project to submit to the International Science and Engineering Fair in your area or the equivalent. You will earn a stipend for summer participation, receive a Center certificate, and an additional payment for submitting your project.

Middle School Rising 9th graders:
A weeklong summer camp will be held for NC State partner schools, Tallahassee partner schools, and Arizona State partner schools. These camps inspire girls and boys to pursue careers in engineering, science, mathematics, or technology. Campers will learn about FREEDM Systems Center research laboratories, engage in hands-on activities, participate in career and college exploration activities, and experience field trips or tours. Priority will be given to students completing their 8th grade year in middle school, but students in grades 6 through 9 may apply.

Project Partners
The Science House at NC State University, the Center for Integrating Research and Learning at Florida State University, the School of Electrical, Computer and Energy Engineering at Arizona State University, and the Energy Research and Development Center at Missouri University of Science & Technology.

For more information
Lisa L. Grable FREEDM Systems Center Precollege Education Director, NC State 919.515.9403
Pat Dixon Director, Center for Integrating Research and Learning,Florida State 850.644.4707
Keith Holbert Associate Professor, School of Electrical, Computer and Energy Engineering, Arizona State 480.965.8594
Mariesa Crow Director, Energy Research and Development Center, MST 573.341.6305