Centralia College and partners host three-day Energy/STEM Academy in June 2024
High school students have until May 24 to register.
Up to 24 high school students are invited to participate in Lewis County’s first Southwest
Washington Energy/STEM Academy supported by the Foundation for Water and Energy Education
(FWEE) June 25-27, 2024.
The Academy, which will start at Centralia College, includes exploring the inside of a power-generating dam and powerhouse, learning how a fish hatchery works, and touring a substation and a hydrogen/battery fueled business.
The academy is available for students entering grades 9-12 (ages 14-18). Cost is $50 and includes materials, food, and field trip transportation. Scholarships are available. Get additional information and register online now.
Activities include donning Lineworker tools and climbing a power pole, learning about fiber optics, and building a hydropower station and a hydrogen-fueled cell car.
Students will dive into the world of energy to discover emerging technologies and
leading-edge science that’s happening in their backyard. They will learn directly
from engineers, operators, skilled trades workers, conservationists and others, who
will share their stories and experiences.
Students will also explore career pathways by identifying apprenticeships, internships, and college opportunities.
Centralia College’s Pacific Northwest Center of Excellence for Clean Energy is partnering with Centralia City Light, Chelan PUD, Cowlitz PUD, First Mode, FWEE, Lewis County PUD, National Renewable Energy Lab, SEI, and TransAlta.