Welcome to the Cheverly STEM Education Center!
Now in our eleventh year, we are thrilled to be offering new and exciting classes like marine biology, speech & debate, zoology, medieval history, voice acting, field biology as well as standard favorites like chemistry, engineering, algebra I & II, biology and antomy. Many of our core high school classes will meet two days per week, on both Tuesday and Thursday.
As always our mission is two-fold, (1) to provide courses not typically available to homeschoolers, and (2) to support a unique and diverse community of learners. Although we are not a school, classes at Cheverly STEM can support the homeschool journey. Our classes are student-centered and project-based as well as academically rigorous, and are taught by education specialists or professionals in their field.
Overview
Cheverly STEM Education Center
The Cheverly STEM Education Center is a non-traditional education program that primarily provides engaging STEM classes that are not typically available to homeschooled students. Our classes provide structured learning opportunities with a social backdrop all to support the journey of homeschoolers and their families. We started with engaging science, technology, engineering and math classes, but have added a few cool and complimentary humanities as well. Our classes are taught by educators and field professionals and are appropriate for students ages 10 thru 18.
Our Students
Our students are typically 5-12 graders. Unlike typical homeschool cooperatives, Cheverly STEM is a drop-off program. Our students must be able to navigate through their day from class-to-class, taking notes and participating in class discussions and labs. Our students are active participants in the learning process. Our teachers share this goal, by providing engaging classroom activities. Teachers and students work with collaboration and respect. Please feel free to schedule a 'shadow day' to see us in action.
Our Teachers
Our teachers are educators and/or field professionals. Many currently working part-time, which allows them to teach with us. We are fortunate to have such a high-quality faculty.
Academic Calendar 2024-2025
Fall Semester:
Quarter I: September 10 - October 24, 2024
Quarter Break: No classes Oct 29-Oct 31, 2024
Quarter II: November 5 - December 19, 2024 (no class Nov 28)
Spring Semester
Quarter III: January 14 - Feb 27, 2025
Quarter Break: No classes March 4-6, 2025
Quarter IV: March 11 - May 1st, 2025
(spring break April 15-17)
** We will reschedule up to three "snow days" during the week of May 6-8, 2025
Homeschoolers Learning Together
The Cheverly STEM Education Center is commited to offering quality, sequential, project-based STEM classes.
Our course offerings include: Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, Computer Coding, Algebra I and II, as well as an engaging mix of humanities, fitness & other fun electives.