The STEM Academy at Booker T. Washington Elementary (Suffolk)
The STEM Academy at Booker T. Washington Elementary revolutionizes education for our youngest learners by promoting experiential learning led by master educators in a nurturing environment. The Lab School focuses on community- and field-based learning to address real-world issues, preparing students for an innovative and STEM-focused future. The Academy is an inclusive environment catering to diverse learning styles and backgrounds. We do this by:
Incorporating Hands-On Experiences
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Promoting Critical Thinking And Problem Solving
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Providing an Innovative Education Environment
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Addressing the Needs of All Students
The Academy revolutionizes education through experiential learning,
supporting educators, and holistic child development. It emphasizes STEM integration, inclusivity, and diversity to cater to individual learning styles and backgrounds.
Our Goals
Support & Collaboration: Provide subject matter expertise and support to lab schools, enhancing the educational experience for teachers, administrators, and students.
Research & Best Practices: Coordinate research initiatives to learn about and disseminate best practices in education.
Innovation: Identify and scale innovative educational strategies and programs through a networked improvement community.
Sustainability: Ensure the long-term sustainability of the lab school initiative in Virginia.
About The ODU Center for Educational Innovation and Opportunity
The journey of the Center began with ODU’s recognition of the critical need for a supportive network that brings together educators, students, and stakeholders. Our engagement with the International Association of Laboratory Schools and visits to Lab Schools across North America provided the foundation for what would become a dynamic and influential center. The formation of the Center for Education Innovation and Opportunity was driven by the power of partnerships, connecting Lab Schools across Virginia with the resources and expertise they need to flourish.