DoW STEM Mode at SAMSAT

Provided By

San Antonio Museum of Science and Technology

DoW STEM Mode at SAMSAT serves students in grades 3–12 as they engage in a scavenger hunt to learn more about DoW STEM careers. Elementary students participate in Elementary Launch Pad at their schools and at SAMSAT. Middle and high school students participate in hands-on learning activities related to numerous STEM fields onsite at SAMSAT.

Logic Model

Program Activities

Students (Grade 3-12)

(Grades 3-5) participate in Elementary Launch Pad at school and SAMSAT

(Grades 6-12) participate in hands-on STEM activities related to cyber, space, aeronautics, robotics, coding, video game design, advanced manufacturing, engineering etc.

Complete a DoD themed scavenger hunt on the museum floor, including viewing screens highlighting DoD career opportunities and local STEM career pathways

Program Near-Term Outcomes

Students (Grade 3-12)

Increase their awareness of STEM and DoD STEM careers

Increase their knowledge of and skills for engaging in contemporary STEM topics/subjects

Increase their confidence for engaging in STEM learning activities

DSEC Near-Term Outcomes

Students (Grade 3-12)

Increased student engagement and interest in STEM (formal and informal)

Increased participant STEM competencies (skills, knowledge, abilities, and confidence)

Increased participant awareness of, and interest in STEM research and careers

Program Data

Students

3,129 total student participants

Student Grade Level

Military-Connected Students

Category	Count	%
Military-Connected Student	481	15.4%
Not military connected	2,648	84.6%