What is STEM Learning?
Rural Up connects students with hands-on learning experiences that spark curiosity and build real-world skills in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM).
Through Rural Up, students explore STEM concepts, develop problem-solving and critical thinking skills, and engage in projects that prepare them for future education and careers.
STEM Explorer Camps
Rural Up provides hands-on, engaging STEM learning experiences through week-long summer camps that make science and technology accessible, exciting, and meaningful for students.
During the camps, students participate in interactive lessons, experiments, and real-world design challenges. They work through the full project-based learning process as they plan, build, test, and refine their creations while documenting their ideas and solutions. This approach strengthens critical thinking, creativity, teamwork, and practical STEM skills, all within a fun, supportive environment.
Read more about the impact of our 2026 STEM Explorer Camps and explore the latest Rural Up news below.
Upcoming STEM Opportunities
Rural Up connects students with hands-on learning experiences that spark curiosity and build real-world skills in science, technology, engineering, and math.
This page is where you’ll find upcoming STEM camps, workshops, and special events. Check back throughout the year for details about your next hands-on adventure!
Thank-you to our Funders
We are especially grateful to the funders who make our Summer STEM Camps possible: Spectrum Digital Education Grant, Mr. Roger Kobel, the ARC READY Grant, and the KY G.R.A.N.T. Program. Their support is helping ignite curiosity, build skills, and inspire the next generation of problem-solvers across our region.
We’d also like to thank the Jackson County Public Library for helping to supplement the registration fee for students participating in the camp held at their location.
Spectrum Digital Education Grant
Mr. Roger Kobel
ARC READY Grant
