The South Carolina Governor's School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) is expanding its reach as a premier STEM education resource by opening its virtual programs to homeschool students statewide. This expansion provides a new, tuition-free opportunity for high-achieving students to engage in advanced STEM coursework while connecting with peers and expert faculty in a dynamic, live online learning environment.
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Accelerate: Virtual Engineering Program
GSSM's Accelerate program delivers a college-level engineering curriculum designed to prepare students for success in STEM careers. The program includes:
— Live, virtual instruction during the school day
— Hands-on labs at theGSSM Hartsville campus
— Summer learning experiences focused on engineering applications
Eligibility: Open to current ninth-grade students who meet the academic prerequisites and program delivery requirements.
Apply at: https://www.scgssm.org/admissions/accelerate-application-requirements
Priority Deadline: Applications are due by Feb. 24. Students are encouraged to apply early to secure their spot.
Contact:Randy Gibson at rgibson@governors.school or Kristal Martinez at kmartinez@goverors.school.
STEM-Focused Online Courses
In addition to Accelerate, GSSM offers a variety of virtual STEM courses such as computer science, calculus, upper-level mathematics, physics, and engineering. All courses are taught live via Zoom, giving students real-time interaction with faculty and classmates. Students may take courses for college credit.
Eligibility: Open to all interested students who meet the academic prerequisites and course delivery requirements.
Register by emailing: Nicole Kroeger at kroeger@governors.schoolCourse list and details: www.scgssm.org/online-courses
Families interested in learning more about GSSM's virtual programs are invited to attend a live virtual information session:
Tuesday,Feb. 11, at noon – Register hereWednesday,Feb. 12, at 7 p.m. – Register here
For more information about GSSM, visit www.scgssm.org.
About the South Carolina Governor's School for Science & MathematicsThe South Carolina Governor's School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) is a nationally ranked top 10 public high school that exists to bring world-class STEM education to students across the state. Founded in 1988 by Governor Carroll Campbell, GSSM is a state resource that offers a variety of programs including an intensive 2-year residential high school, a challenging virtual engineering program, summer camps, and in-school experiences for students in 3rd through 12th grades. At GSSM challenge is viewed as a gateway to opportunity. Learn more about how we help students realize their full potential by visiting www.scgssm.org.
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