STEM Academic & Career Exploration Day
High school juniors and seniors will learn about exciting careers in the sciences, technology and the health fields; meet CCRI instructors and participate in hands-on labs.
Friday, November 20 @ 8 am – 1 pm
High school seniors will participate in three hands-on lab sessions in science, technology, engineering, math, business, and the health sciences. Each school will be limited to 20 high school seniors.
Registration will open on Thursday, November 5 at 8am.
Upcoming Lab Sessions STEM Schedule
The Exploration Day includes the following programs:
- Biotechnology
- Chemistry
- Occupational Therapy
- Engineering
- Mathematics
- Nursing
- Business
- Phlebotomy
- Oceanography
- Biology
- Geology
- Computer Science / Cybersecurity
- Medical Laboratory Technician
- Surgical Technology
Lab Sessions (FA '26)
Geology |
Dwayne, Chris and Kid – which rock is which? |
Guiding students through methods used to understand how to distinguish the three types of rocks. |
Mathematics |
The Ultimate Math Cipher: Crack the Code |
Teams solve fast paced puzzles using spatial reasoning, pattern recognition, logic & Algebra to unlock the final mystery box before time runs out! |
Business |
Think Like A Designer |
In this hands-on lab, learn how designers create & test new ideas using the design process to solve a real design challenge. |
Chemistry |
Under Pressure |
Explore how temperature and atmospheric conditions influence pressure. |
Biotechnology |
Mystery of the Crooked Cell |
A bank robbery, a drop of blood, and a genetic twist. Students use forensic techniques to solve a crime! |
Occupational Therapy |
Guess the Occupational Therapy Gadget |
Learn how to measure grip strength and explore adaptive equipment/tools used to help people perform daily tasks as independently as possible. |
Computer Science/Cybersecurity |
Hack the Future: Explore the World of Cybersecurity |
Explore cybersecurity through hands-on challenges to uncover threats, outsmart hackers, and protect the digital world. |
Engineering |
Using Wind to Charge Your Phone |
Wind Energy Fundamentals and Activities: Generator power measurement and testing in the Wind Tunnel. |
Medical Laboratory Tech. & Phlebotomy |
Exploring Careers in the Clinical Lab |
Students will have the opportunity to perform simple, hands-on testing and observe demonstrations by our lab technicians showcasing daily clinical procedures. |
Oceanography |
Making Maps Work for You |
An introduction to the world of digital mapping with ArcGIS Online. |
Nursing |
Nursing: Where STEM Meets Care |
Step into the world of nursing with interactive demonstrations that showcase real-life nursing skills. |
Biology |
The Buzz on Native Bees |
Explore the wonderfully diverse native bees of RI-diversity, behavior, habitat, food sources, pollination, & conservation. |
The STEM Day Schedule
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 8:00 am — 8:30 am | Registration |
| 8:30 am — 9 am | Welcome Presentation |
| 9:05 am — 9:15 am | Transition to Lab Session I |
| 9:15 am — 10:10 am | Lab Session I |
| 10:10 am — 10:20 am | Transition to Lab Session II |
| 10:20 am — 11:15 am | Lab Session II |
| 11:15 am — 11:25 am | Transition Time to Lab Session III |
| 11:25 am — 12:20 pm | Lab Session III |
| 12:20 pm — 1 pm | Lunch & Dismissal Begins |
Important Information
Learn about CCRI's dual enrollment program where high school students earn college credits.
Plus, find out how to become a Rhode Island Promise Scholar and enroll tuition-free at CCRI.
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