IU8’s student-centered approach to STEM learning promotes curiosity, creativity, artistic expression, collaboration, communication, problem-solving, critical thinking, and design thinking.
STEM Rocks Mini-Camps
In Person: 03/02/2026 2:30 PM - 04/06/2026 3:30 PM
STEM Rocks Traveling VanSTEM Rocks Mini-Camps is being offered again this year. These camps thrive at family-friendly events, and we’d love for you to consider hosting one again. To express your interest, please complete and submit this form by April 6th. After the submission deadline, we will review all applications and select locations for this year’s mini-camps. While we strive to accommodate as many requests as possible, please note that completing the form does not guarantee your event will be selected.
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STEM Network
In Person: 03/10/2026 8:00 AM - 03/10/2026 2:30 PM
IU8 STEM TrainingsSTEM Network is a unique opportunity for adults to explore local Bedford County businesses and experience firsthand the STEM-driven skills, careers, and technologies shaping our region.
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Healthcare Career Forums
In Person: 04/09/2026 8:30 AM - 04/09/2026 2:00 PM
IU8 is excited to offer this first ever event for high school students ages 16 and older who are interested in the field of healthcare. Occupations Presented - Advanced Practice Providers (CRNP, PA-C), Nursing, Medical Lab Technology, Physicians, Pharmacy, Respiratory Therapy, Radiology, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Surgical Technology, Dietitian and Food Service. Schools to be Visited - Nursing, EMS, Histotechnology, Medical Laboratory Science, Surgical Technology, Radiologic Technology.
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The IU8 lending center has myriad STEM-related instructional tools and equipment for all classrooms. The equipment encourages a student-centered approach to learning that promotes curiosity, creativity, artistic expression, collaboration, communication, problem-solving, critical thinking, and design thinking. These resources have been purchased for IU8 districts and libraries through our partnerships with the Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation, UPMC, and CSB2 Ecosystem (funded by PAsmart Advancing Grant). These tools and resources are a great complement to any classroom to help create STEM fluent and STEM skilled citizens.
Lending Center
Lending Center
At IU8, we offer and facilitate a wide variety of trainings. STEM tools and concepts have been a focus over the last few years. In this section, you will find information about upcoming trainings.
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Year in Recap
Year in Recap
Summer 2025 was a huge success with STEM Rocks festival visits, ElevateHer day camps, and drone trainings!
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