Centralia College and partners host Energy/STEM Academy in June 2025
Students have until June 1 to register; early registration is recommended.
Applications are now being accepted for the 2025 Southwest Washington Hydropower and
STEM Career Academy June 23-27 at Centralia College. Space is limited to 24 students,
entering grades 8-11 in fall 2025; so early application is required.
The academy includes behind the scenes looks at power-generating facilities and hands-on projects.
- TransAlta Coal Plant Tour
- SEI Building Efficiency Workshop
- Build Your Own Hydropower
- Tacoma Power Dam and Hatchery Tour
- Climb a Powerpole/Lineworker Operations and Careers
- Build Your Own Hydrogen Car
- LC Transit Hydrogen Facility Tour
- Centralia City Light Yelm Hydro Project Tour
“Students will dive into the world of energy to discover emerging technologies and
leading-edge science that’s happening in their backyard,” said Monica Brummer, director
of the Pacific Northwest Center of Excellence for Clean Energy at Centralia College.
“They will learn directly from engineers, operators, skilled trades workers, conservationists,
and others, who will share their stories and experiences. They will also learn about
apprenticeships, internships, and college opportunities.”
The academy is in partnership with the Foundation for Water and Energy Education; Centralia College’s Pacific Northwest Center of Excellence for Clean Energy; Centralia City Light; Lewis County, Chelan, and Cowlitz Public Utility Districts; Lewis County Transit; Microsoft; National Renewable Energy Lab; SEI; Tacoma Power; and TransAlta.
The academy is open for students entering grades 8-11 (ages 14-18). Cost is $50 and includes materials, food, and field trip transportation. Scholarships are available. Learn more and register for the academy.