We are excited to announce our second year of the Washington SOAR Into STEM aviation careers program aimed at providing high school students ages 14-18. 

The Washington SOAR Into STEM program is a free, six-session, hands-on learning experiences that provides students with project-based learning, connections to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) curriculum, and a front-row seat into the world of aviation. 

Participating students will work with experienced educators, mentors, volunteers, and professionals with aviation and STEM-related experiences to highlight areas such as flight & drone simulations, airplane engineering & mechanics, and air traffic control. 

Students will also have the opportunity to experience a 30-minute discovery flight from Young Eagles EAA. 

Washington SOAR Into STEM will occur on the following six dates and locations: 

·       Thursday, March 27, from 5:00-8:30 p.m. 

o   Technology and Learning Center 5 Chamber Dr., Washington, MO 63090

·       Saturday, March 29, from 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

o   Washington Regional Airport 12958 Highway 47, Marthasville, MO 63357

·       Thursday, April 3, from 5:00-8:30 p.m.

o   Technology and Learning Center 5 Chamber Dr., Washington, MO 63090

·       Saturday, April 5, from  9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.*Career Fair and Discovery Flights occur during the morning session

o   Washington Regional Airport 12958 Highway 47, Marthasville, MO 63357

·         Thursday, April 10, from 5:00-8:30 p.m. 

o   Technology and Learning Center 5 Chamber Dr., Washington, MO 63090

·       Saturday, April 12, from 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

o   Washington Regional Airport 12958 Highway 47, Marthasville, MO 63357

For more information, please see the flyer below or click here. If you are interested in signing up for Washington SOAR Into STEM and are able to attend each of the dates above, please register with the following SOAR into STEM Registration LINK

Questions can be directed to jennifer.kephart@sdowmo.org or by calling 636-221-2006 ext. 1906.