The Spark! PK-12 Engineering Education Outreach and Renewable Clean Energies and Nuclear Technologies Workforce Development programs are dedicated to offering STEM education programming to both students and educators. From inspiring summer camps and immersive workshops to engaging outreach events, these opportunities empower students and educators to explore the world of engineering and STEM. Participate in hands-on experiences and connect with leading faculty and peers through programs designed to spark curiosity and build lifelong skills in science, technology and education!

Education Outreach Programs

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SPARK!

Spark! PK-12 Engineering Education Outreach

Designed to inspire STEM literacy, Spark! offers engineering education programming to PK-12 students and families and professional development opportunities to educators in the science, technology, engineering and math fields.

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ReCENT

Renewable Clean Energies and Nuclear Technologies

The Renewable Clean Energies and Nuclear Technologies (ReCENT) Workforce Development program is dedicated to fostering partnerships and developing impactful programs to cultivate a skilled workforce to support and sustain a dynamic clean energy and nuclear technology industry in Texas.

This experience has helped me grow as a teacher by building my professional development. I can take all the lessons I have learned in the professional development sessions with the instructors as well as the hands-on trainings in the labs. I was able to receive trainings from so many skilled professionals that will definitely benefit me in my career as an educator.

Esmeralda Hernandez Engineering design teacher and E3 program participant Enrichment Experiences in Engineering (E3)

Educational Impact (2020-2025)

Spark! 59,778
Students engaged
Spark! 41,339
Educators / Parents Engaged
Spark! 499
Engagements
ReCENT 121,883
Students Engaged
ReCENT 10,046
Educators / Parents Engaged
ReCENT 667
Engagements