Outreach is baked into our culture at LLNL and is even supported by funding earmarked for STEM education and awareness. Computing staff participate in several outreach programs, many specifically directed at inspiring and preparing the next generation of science and technology professionals at the K–12 levels.
K–12: Coding Clubs
Several dozen LLNL mentors volunteer with after-school coding clubs, which are in place at middle and high schools in Livermore and neighboring Tracy. We've partnered with Livermore schools to offer this activity since 2016 and expanded to Tracy in 2021.
Educators: Teacher Research Academies
LLNL has held summer workshops for middle and high school teachers and community college faculty since the mid-1990s. The curriculum includes a course on computational modeling.
K–12: STEM San Joaquin
Formerly called San Joaquin Expanding Your Horizons, this annual conference is designed for 6th through 9th grade students to encourage them to consider education and career options in science and math.
K–12: Consultants at Nearby Schools
Whether speaking to classrooms or steering the curriculum at local charter schools, our staff convey the fun, excitement, and availability of STEM careers.
K–12: IT Job Shadow Day
LLNL hosts students and teachers for tours, demonstrations, and friendly competitions centered around our HPC facilities, centralized IT support centers, and cyber security and operations areas.
K–12: Science on Saturday
Open to all ages, this February lecture series features innovative projects including machine learning, computational modeling, and supercomputing.