STARBASE Victory

STARBASE Victory STARBASE Victory is an innovative STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Program. We often hear, “This can’t be school. WHAT’S OUR SECRET?

STARBASE VICTORY currently serves all 4th, 5th and 6th grade students in the Portsmouth Public School system. Our students come aboard for a four day hands-on, with minds engaged for math and science learning experiences. It’s too much fun!” Every student wears a new T-shirt “uniform” and selects their own call-sign to use during their time at STARBASE, allowing each student to become “special”. P

ROGRAM COMPONENTS
Fourth graders learn spatial relationships, mapping and geospatial concepts. They receive a compass to take home. Fifth graders learn about climate, weather and the local watershed. Then they make their own video about their experiences. Sixth graders learn elementary physics of air and flight. They use a computer flight simulator and build their own rocket…launching it at graduation! All classes conduct experiments and activities aligned to Virginia Standards of Learning. Students see how mathematics and science is used in the “real world” and how those subjects fit into their lives. Self esteem, goal setting and the importance of teamwork are crucial lessons woven into the curriculum. An exciting, volunteer summer program is offered for each of the grade levels. Actually doing things with their hands and minds allows STARBASE students to retain the lessons and appreciate science at work. The Partnership
The STARBASE concept is a unique partnership between the Portsmouth Public School system, the community and a non-profit corporation called STARBASE Victory, Incorporated. Nine specially equipped classrooms with Promethean Board lessons and a laptop computer available to every student make the STARBASE experience particularly memorable. Eight certified instructors with postgraduate degrees present engaging lessons, and students record their hypotheses and their findings in personal Mission Logs (paperwork is important!). The community (you!) provides the funding. Our non-profit corporation manages the program. We have been serving Portsmouth’s students since the spring of 2001.

05/15/2026
Know a motivated teenager wanting to change the world and inspire others as a STARBASE summer camp volunteer? Fill out t...
05/15/2026

Know a motivated teenager wanting to change the world and inspire others as a STARBASE summer camp volunteer? Fill out this form to get that much closer to making a real difference and shaping future leaders!

Bring the energy, leadership, and encouragement to STARBASE Summer Camp!From helping campers problem-solve to making eve...
05/05/2026

Bring the energy, leadership, and encouragement to STARBASE Summer Camp!

From helping campers problem-solve to making every day more fun, your teen will make a real impact and show what leadership looks like in action.

Interested in volunteering with STARBASE this year? We’d love to have more student leaders join our team!

Sign up here: https://forms.gle/bMi3WPSTThZwwCqt9

04/28/2026
04/16/2026

Mark your calendars for April 14 – 16 ➡️ The 2026 PEP Collegiate Boat Race is coming to Portsmouth City Park — and it’s FREE to attend!

More than 350 collegiate engineers from 45+ universities will bring 55 electric boats to the Elizabeth River for the Promoting Electric Propulsion (PEP) 2026 Competition, a national collegiate race showcasing innovation in autonomy, propulsion, and vessel design.

Across three days, teams will test their designs, race their boats, and share the engineering behind them — all while building the skills that will power the next generation of maritime and defense innovation.

More Info: https://maritimejobsva.com/pep26/

We are incredibly grateful for partners like the Norfolk Propeller Club! Their generous support helps us continue our mi...
03/30/2026

We are incredibly grateful for partners like the Norfolk Propeller Club! Their generous support helps us continue our mission here at STARBASE Victory to provide meaningful experiences for our students. Thank you for investing in our youth and helping us steer the next generation toward brighter, more innovative horizons!

Roger Brown's family and foundation donates $10,000 to Portsmouth STEM programhttps://www.wtkr.com/news/in-the-community...
03/24/2026

Roger Brown's family and foundation donates $10,000 to Portsmouth STEM program

https://www.wtkr.com/news/in-the-community/portsmouth/roger-browns-family-and-foundation-donates-10-000-to-portsmouth-stem-program

While Roger Brown's Restaurant and Sports Bar has locked its doors, the family behind the Portsmouth landmark is making sure its legacy lives on in the next generation.

While Roger Brown's Restaurant and Sports Bar has locked its doors, the family behind the Portsmouth landmark is making sure its legacy lives on in the next generation.

We’re BAAAACK! 🏫✨ We loved bringing EnviroBase directly to our 4th graders, but there’s nothing like being in the lab! T...
01/23/2026

We’re BAAAACK! 🏫✨
We loved bringing EnviroBase directly to our 4th graders, but there’s nothing like being in the lab!
The STARBASE wing is officially open again, and we’re welcoming 5th & 6th graders back into our dedicated classrooms for the full MedBase and AeroBase experiences.

Let’s take a moment to appreciate the awesome science that allowed for an early release!The Science of Snow:Snow is a ty...
12/08/2025

Let’s take a moment to appreciate the awesome science that allowed for an early release!

The Science of Snow:
Snow is a type of precipitation. Precipitation is water that falls from the sky, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail. Snow forms when the air is cold enough for water in the atmosphere to freeze into tiny ice crystals. When these crystals stick together, they become snowflakes.

Snowflakes come in many shapes and sizes. Many snowflakes have six sides, and each one is unique, meaning no two snowflakes look exactly the same.

STEM Challenge:
Next time you’re outside when it’s snowing, catch a snowflake on a dark glove or piece of paper and use a magnifying glass to examine it. What do you notice?
Can you see the snowflake’s shape or patterns?
Record your observations like a scientist!

Stay safe, stay warm, and keep exploring the world around you!

Today is !When you donate today, what are you actually funding?💻 You fund the Spark: The moment an elementary student r...
12/02/2025

Today is !
When you donate today, what are you actually funding?
💻 You fund the Spark: The moment an elementary student realizes they can create technology, not just consume it.
⚙️ You fund the Journey: The middle and high school support that keeps them engaged in challenging STEM subjects.
🎓 You fund the Future: The scholarships that make college a reality for our brightest young minds.
Every dollar helps us put better tools in hands that are eager to learn. Let’s build that inclusive future together.
Support the next generation of innovators right here in our community: https://starbasevictory.org/donate/

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2828 Greenwood Drive
Portsmouth, VA
23701

Telephone

+17573938612

Website

https://starbase-victory.jumbula.com/

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