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Project Smile

Student-led STEM outreach

School Partnerships

Bringing Joyful STEM to Every Classroom

Free, turnkey STEM workshops tailored for elementary classrooms — 100% free and led by passionate high school mentors.

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Partner Network

Schools in Our Network

Delivering screen-free, interactive builds across Academy District 20 elementary schools.

Academy District 20 Partner

Explorer Elementary School

Hands-On STEM Enrichment

Hands-on STEM activities that spark curiosity, teamwork, and early problem-solving skills.

Colorado Springs, CO (ASD20)
Academy District 20 Partner

Discovery Canyon Campus Elementary

School-Day STEM Workshops

Interactive classroom STEM workshops and experiment builds for elementary grade bands.

Colorado Springs, CO (ASD20)
Academy District 20 Partner

Encompass Heights Elementary

Elementary STEM Outreach

High-energy, student-led STEM activities and tactile experiment stations.

Colorado Springs, CO (ASD20)
Academy District 20 Partner

Rockrimmon Elementary School

After-School STEM Support

Interactive STEM sessions designed to build confidence in science and engineering.

Colorado Springs, CO (ASD20)
Academy District 20 Partner

Douglas Valley Elementary School

Pilot STEM Outreach

Dedicated STEM mentorship and tactile build outreach at the Air Force Academy.

USAF Academy / Colorado Springs, CO (ASD20)
Academy District 20 Partner

High Plains Elementary School

Hands-On STEM Enrichment

Hands-on build activities complementing classroom science instruction and makerspace discovery.

Colorado Springs, CO (ASD20)

More Schools On The Way!

Expanding Network

We are actively connecting with more elementary schools across District 20 and the Pikes Peak region.

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Flexible Formats

How We Work With Schools

Tailored models designed to integrate seamlessly into your school's schedule.

After-School STEM Club

Co-facilitating hands-on activities alongside school staff in existing clubs.

Enrichment Sessions

Structured STEM builds aligned with scheduled grade-band enrichment blocks.

Classroom Workshops

Turnkey, teacher-supervised build workshops during the normal school day.

Pilot Outreach

Introductory sessions to experience Project Smile before recurring scheduling.

Reliability & Standards

What Schools Can Expect

Thoughtful preparation, student mentorship, and school-guided structure in each session.

100% Free Materials

All build kits, supplies, and tools provided at zero cost to your school.

Selected Mentors

Student leaders are chosen for maturity and readiness to guide small groups.

Flexible Scheduling

Coordinated with classroom bell times and room setup.

School-Guided

Sessions are planned with partner-school staff and classroom expectations in mind.

Community Support

Fueling Free STEM for Every Student

Community contributions support build kits, science supplies, and workshop tools for local classrooms.

✦ 100% Free for Schools✦ Real Experiment Kits✦ Student-Led 501(c)(3)
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