How We Inspire
The Advanced Learning team inspires the community to become involved in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) from a young age through adulthood. According to a study by the National Science and Math Initiative, STEM job creation over the next 10 years will outpace non-STEM jobs significantly. STEM workers can also expect higher salaries. IALR recognizes the importance of STEM education and workforce training for both the nation and region’s success. The Advanced Learning division offers STEM programs throughout the year to expose students to STEM in hopes that they may develop an interest in these critical areas.
Exploration & Exposure
GO TEC
Building the talent pipeline for machining, welding, IT, robotics and mechatronics, and advanced materials with GO Virginia and GO TEC partners.
Class Field Trips
Customized to fit your needs from hands-on science activities to tours of our labs and greenhouses. Learn how we impact Southern Virginia.
SOVA Career Choice Youth Expo
Showing more than 4,000 students local career opportunities, area employers and training requirements in a hands-on atmosphere.
STEM Learning Opportunities
STEM Camps
Continuing children's learning experience when school is out of session. Hands-on activities with drones, Minecraft and more extends the fun.
Loaner Lab Program
Encouraging classroom STEM activities by allowing educators to borrow robotics, vernier and biotechnology equipment. Training available.
High School Programs
Academy for Engineering & Technology
Enabling high school students to take dual-enrollment engineering courses to expedite their training for this in-demand career path.
Piedmont Governor's School for Math, Science and Technology
Offering advanced, dual-enrollment classes to high school students wishing to prepare early for college and future career opportunities.
Next generation Of Work
The Next generation Of Work (NOW) program pairs student teams with area companies who pose a problem for the students to solve.
Internships
Helping students prepare for their future with experiential learning in the real world through paid internship opportunities with IALR and others.
Scholarships
Supporting students' dreams and career goals with the financial support to complete training programs and/or college.
AspHIRE Mock Interview Day
Developing high schoolers' skills through practice interviews and employability skill sessions.
