For Students

Your Future Starts Here

Discover competitions, makerspaces, leadership opportunities, and real-world experiences that will ignite your passion for STEM and launch your future career.

Explore Opportunities

More Than a Classroom.
A Launch Pad.

STEM@Skook29 exists to open doors. Whether you want to build robots, code apps, lead your school, or explore what a STEM career could look like — we connect you to experiences that make it happen.

Every program we offer is designed with one goal: helping you grow, compete, create, and connect — with real skills for a real future.

🏆 Competitions 🛠️ Makerspace 🎤 Leadership 💼 Career Prep 🤖 AI & Tech
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Real Experiences

Go beyond the textbook — build, compete, prototype, and present.

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Industry Connections

Meet professionals and explore careers in your own backyard.

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Recognition & Awards

Compete regionally and statewide — and build a portfolio that stands out.

What Can You Do?

From regional competitions to hands-on making — here's what's waiting for you.

Students competing in a regional STEM design challenge
Competition

Competitions

Robotics, Science Olympiad, coding challenges, and more. Put your skills on the line and earn regional recognition.

  • ✦ FIRST Robotics & LEGO League
  • ✦ Science Olympiad
  • ✦ Coding & App Challenges
  • ✦ Regional STEM Competitions
Learn More →
Students working in the Make@Skook29 makerspace
Create

Makerspace

Access IU29's Make@Skook29 makerspace — 3D printers, laser cutters, electronics, and expert support to bring your ideas to life.

  • ✦ 3D Printing & Design
  • ✦ Laser Cutting & Fabrication
  • ✦ Electronics & Prototyping
  • ✦ Design Thinking Workshops
Learn More →
Students participating in a CSO leadership event
Leadership

Leadership Opportunities

Student leadership programs, ambassador roles, and peer mentoring opportunities that develop the skills employers and colleges want.

  • ✦ STEM Ambassadors
  • ✦ Peer Mentoring
  • ✦ Regional Student Councils
  • ✦ Conference Representation
Get Involved →
Students participating in a Chief Science Officers leadership event
Student Leadership

Chief Science Officers

Students in grades 6–12 are elected by their peers as STEM ambassadors for their school and community, then lead an annual Action Plan.

  • ✦ Peer Election
  • ✦ Leadership Training Institute
  • ✦ Annual Action Plan
  • ✦ Fall & Spring Cabinet Meetings
Learn More →
Students at a STEM showcase and makerspace event
Events

Student Events

STEM showcases, expos, field trips, guest speakers, and regional events that put you in the room with innovators and professionals.

  • ✦ Regional STEM Expo
  • ✦ Industry Site Visits
  • ✦ Guest Speaker Series
  • ✦ Maker Faires
See Events →
Student exploring AI and future technology
Future Skills

AI & Future Tech

AI literacy programs and technology workshops that prepare you for careers in the most in-demand fields of tomorrow.

  • ✦ AI Literacy Programs
  • ✦ Coding & Programming
  • ✦ Data Science Intro
  • ✦ Tech Career Pathways
Learn More →

Ready to Jump In?

Talk to your teacher or counselor, or reach out to us directly to find your first STEM opportunity with Skook29.