STEM Mavericks

Thank you for your interest in our STEM Mavericks 2026 camp!

Camp planning is in progress and applications will likely open in February 2026.

If you are interested in our 2026 camp, please fill out this form and check this page for updates.

Instructors, click here for more information or fill out this form.

For more information, please contact the STEM Mavericks Team at pwheeler@nmsu.edu or 575-646-9315.

STEM Mavericks offers a dynamic introduction to STEM, aiming to ignite students' passions and guide them toward exciting, technology-driven careers. It is supported by the Department of Defense (DoD) Digital Futures Initiative through DoD’s Chief Digital AI Office (CDAO).

Overview

STEM Mavericks is a two-week summer camp designed for students in grades 10-12. Students will have access to STEM kits containing all necessary hardware and software during the camp. After the camp, each student will receive their own STEM kit to continue advancing their STEM skills and exploring career pathways in technology. Student stipends for completing the camp may be available pending funding.

Core Modules

Intro to Linux and Python programming
The basics of computers
Embedded Engineering
From programs to hardware, learning how programming affects machines
Engineering Projects
Hands-on innovative projects for students
Radio Frequency
Exploring radio waves in the world around us and interacting with them
Artificial Intelligence Demystified
Building AI models and understanding how AI is created
3D Printing
Creating parts that make projects functional
Cybersecurity
Staying safe in the digital age
Resume Workshop
Preparing students for real-life applications

Guest Speakers and Field Trips

Throughout the camp, students participate in sessions with guest speakers from various STEM fields and take part in field trips showcasing real-world STEM applications and career opportunities.

Parent Testimonials

PSL is committed to providing a valuable experience for our students and their families. Below is a sampling of parent feedback we have received:

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“The camp was very engaging and the hands-on approach helped my child learn more STEM concepts. He was hesitant to start, but after the 1st day was excited to go every day.”

Parent response to survey question about how valuable the camp was

“I think the camp is already great as it is. The fact that the instructors added more material at the last minute talks about how well prepared/staffed this program is.”

Parent response to survey question about parts of the camp that could be changed

“He loved the Raspberry Pi board and the field trip to the convention center to see the rockets. Also, lunch was something he always looked forward to.”

Parent response to survey question about camp organization

“The instructors were amazing and my child came home every day excited to share what he had learned. We will definitely enroll again next year!”

Parent response to survey question about overall experience

Instructors, click here for more details and application.

For more information, please contact the STEM Mavericks Team at pwheeler@nmsu.edu or 575-646-9315.

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