Starts Oct. 29, 2025, at ETC HQ — Dive into cybersecurity with our after-school program designed to keep you safe online! You’ll explore the basics of responsible online behavior through hands-on activities and guest speakers. No prior experience needed — this class welcomes anyone eager to learn how to protect themselves and others in the digital world!
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Starts Oct. 2, 2025, at ETC HQ — Get ready to spark some excitement! Students in Grades 3–5 will dive into the electrifying world of energy and electricity as they snap their way to building real working circuits. Using snap circuits, they’ll light things up and even roll out their very own RC car powered by their creations.
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Starts Oct. 2, 2025, at ETC HQ — Embark on a scientific exploration of Earth’s oceans in this engaging after-school program for middle school students! Through hands-on experiments, data collection, and interactive investigations, students will dive into the core scientific concepts that govern the seas.
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Field Trips
In partnership with the Army Research Laboratory, ETC hosts field trips to their Robotics Research Collaboration Campus in Middle River, MD. Students will be introduced to robotics research conducted by the Army, enjoy an outdoor tour, and participate in experiential learning programs in robotics, coding and engineering. We welcome school visits and Scouts. Scouts can complete some of their merit badge requirements while visiting. For more information email: stem@etcmd.com
STEM To Go
ETC provides experiential learning programs in robotics, coding and engineering to elementary and middle schools. We work closely with principals and educators to plan special programs that best suits their needs and augments their curriculum. ETC provides all supplies and equipment for the program we deliver at the schools. For more information email: stem@etcmd.com
Navigate the Future Program brings STEM to Whitehorse High School in Montezuma Creek, Utah
Funded by the National Defense Education Program, Navigate the Future is designed to inspire Native American students to seek STEM academic and career paths that support our Nation’s defense. The computer science, engineering and robotics curriculum designed and delivered by Energetics Technology Center (ETC) is rarely available in Tribal high schools. Gaining proficiency in these technical areas will lay the groundwork for student academics and skills alignment for future Department of Defense (DOD). On June 5 – 16, 2023, ETC’s Virginia To and Selena Hamilton taught computer science, engineering, robotics and life skills to 30 Navajo students in Whitehorse High School in Montezuma Creek, Utah. At the close of the program, ETC presented to students solar powered rechargeable batteries to charge their devices during the summer months while away from school, when access to electricity is challenging. ETC will continue working with these student throughout the academic year and will return to Whitehorse High School in June 2024 for another summer camp.
Read an article about the program at https://www.army.mil/article/271965.
For more information: https://webassets.aihec.org/Initiatives/STEM/FTF/Pages/default.aspx
Navigate the Future
Navigate the Future sponsored by the National Defense Education Program provides experiential learning opportunities in computer science, robotics, and biotechnology to Tribal schools in the San Juan School District in Utah. ETC develops and delivers curriculum in computer science, robotics and life skills to cohorts of high school students each summer. Now in its third year, several graduates of the program will be interning at the ARL, mentored by ETC in robotics. For more information: https://webassets.aihec.org/Initiatives/STEM/FTF/Pages/default.aspx
Cyber SyncED
Students entering 9th – 12th grade will immerse themselves in the world of cybersecurity during a one-week interactive STEM program. Join us for an exciting week of hands-on learning, where participants will explore the fundamentals of cybersecurity and engage in real-world simulations, master cutting-edge tools, and collaborate with Cyber experts to develop practical skills in protecting digital systems. Dates for 2025 will be announced in March. For more information: https://www.usaeop.com/program/adelphi/
Computer Science Principles
Students entering 9th – 12th grade will investigate computer science principles, develop basic algorithms, learn Python programming language, and explore how computing and technology can impact the world. Dates for 2025 will be announced in March. For more information: https://www.usaeop.com/program/aberdeen/