STEM YEA

05/08/2026

This July our students are going to explore one of the biggest questions in science right now is there life on Mars? 🔴

Our curriculum this year is built around Astrobiology and the Search for Life on Mars, designed with the SETI Institute. Students will learn about the geology of Mars, its atmosphere, ancient hydrology, and then take all of that knowledge and actually build their own Mars habitat.

We're talking real science. Real problem solving. Real teamwork.

We partnered with the SETI Institute and Kutztown University because we wanted students to have access to the best possible resources — state of the art labs, a planetarium, an observatory. These kids deserve nothing less.

Learn more about the curriculum at https://stemyea.com/curriculum.html

05/06/2026

STEM YEA is going BIGGER in 2026!

This year, STEM YEA is expanding from 3½ days to a FULL 4 days because we simply ran out of room for all the amazing activities we have planned!

Here's a sneak peek of our schedule:

Tower Health Partnership
One evening, Tower Health will lead hands-on CPR, First Aid, and Stop-the-Bleed training, plus discussions on Narcan use and bicycle safety. Life-saving skills for the next generation!

KU Professors in Action
Another evening features university-led demonstrations on DNA extraction, ground-penetrating radar, electron microscopy, and flame color experiments. Real science, real equipment.

Engineers Without Borders
Students hear firsthand stories of engineering work in Africa and learn how to improvise solutions when you don't have the tools you need. Creativity + engineering = impact.

Planetarium Show
We're working with KU to bring students their very own planetarium experience.

Students check in Thursday at 8:45 AM. We can't wait to see everyone there!

Volunteers: A special Orientation Zoom is set for June 10 at 6:30 PM ET. Check your email for details!

05/04/2026

Help send our students to Mars……well, almost!

Our kids are building a Mars habitat at Kutztown University this July and we need YOUR help. Shop our Amazon wishlist and the supplies go straight to them. Takes 2 minutes!

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/35ZTJILB1ZGV7?ref_=wl_share

Last year donors gave $1,000 in materials, keeping costs at just $400 per student. Every little bit counts.

03/27/2026

🌌 Looking for something fun and educational?

Kutztown University is offering FREE public planetarium shows open to the community. It’s the same incredible experience our STEM YEA students enjoy right on campus 🚀

Check out upcoming shows https://www.kutztown.edu/about-ku/administrative-offices/planetarium.html

Get involved with STEM YEA https://stemyea.com/volunteer.html

03/27/2026

Did you know that you can help the Rotary District 7430 STEM Youth Explorer Academy from your laptop? Just click the link below, which directs you to Amazon. Then choose items you wish to purchase. Students will use the items to build their Mars habitat. The items will be sent to the home of a STEM YEA team member and then taken to Kutztown University for use during the Academy.

Last year, Rotarians spent $1,000 on materials for STEM YEA 2025. Thank you for your participation. These donations allow us to keep the cost of STEM YEA for the clubs at $400 per student.

03/17/2026

STEM YEA is looking for volunteers to support our 4-day STEM Youth Explorer Academy at Kutztown University.

Join us in this hands-on way to give back, helping students navigate campus, support activities, and be part of an experience they will truly never forget.

Learn more about what to expect: https://lnkd.in/eiSM2bS2
Volunteer here: https://lnkd.in/eXZ4ETeb

If you or your team are interested, let's connect: [email protected]

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02/27/2026

Building the next generation of STEM leaders starts early. STEM YEA provides middle school students with immersive, hands on STEM experiences that spark curiosity and prepare them for the future.

Explore our mission and programs at

STEM Youth Explorer Academy is a 4-day 3-night STEM based immersive learning experience for promising students who otherwise would not get an opportunity such as this.

01/13/2026

Support the Next Generation of STEM Leaders!

STEM YEA provides middle school students with an immersive residential STEM experience designed to build critical thinking, creativity, leadership, communication, and teamwork through hands-on exploration. Your donation can change the trajectory of a young mind.

🚀 Make a contribution today: https://stemyea.com/donate.html

01/01/2026

2026 is here! Time to dream big, explore boldly, and build the future. 💡

Click the link to boldly go where innovation meets imagination: www.stemyea.com

12/30/2025

Two Truths and a Lie: STEM YEA Edition

1. We teach students to search for life on Mars
2. The program costs $500 per student
3. Students sleep in college dorms

(Answer: #2 is the lie—it’s FREE!)