Level 3: Grade 9
This cohort group is the induction group of each session year. Beginning their STEM leadership journey in the junior cohort at this level, students will partake in the opportunity to take on a mentee position to learn how leadership is cultivated while learning by example, one of the fundamental skills to becoming a leader.
Both cohort groups in Level 3 will partake in sessions that combine STEM concepts and education with hands-on leadership opportunities and leadership studies. The program will provide students with immersive STEM-based experiential learning. Students will have the opportunity to facilitate and engage in local, national, and global projects, ultimately pioneering change within their community and the development of future leaders
Level 3: Grade 10
This program is open to all grade 10 students across Canada who have a love for all things STEM! Being in the senior cohort at this level, students will partake in the opportunity to take a leadership role in order to establish key aspects of becoming a leader.
Both cohort groups in Level 3 will partake in sessions that combine STEM concepts and education with hands-on leadership opportunities and leadership studies. The program will provide students with immersive STEM-based experiential learning. Students will have the opportunity to facilitate and engage in local, national, and global projects, ultimately pioneering change within their community and the development of future leaders.
Level 3 Program Features
Program Overview
The Leadership Development program is available to children ages 10-18. The program will provide children and youth with immersive STEM-based experiential learning. Students will have the opportunity to facilitate and engage in community projects, ultimately pioneering change within the community and the development of future leaders for change.
Future leaders will be exposed to unique global STEM opportunities and programs directed towards the pursuit of post-secondary education and enhanced career aspirations.
Session Details
Level 3
We are back to in-person sessions.
Program sessions for Level 3 will run on the 3rd or 4thSaturday of each month. In the event of a holiday, an alternate program time will be given.
The program will run from Saturday, October 28, 2023 and will run through to June 2024.
Start times will be 10:00 am OR 11:00 am depending on the student’s location and will run for 2 hours.
A full program schedule will be provided for your area upon successful registration and acceptance.
During their time in the program, all students will have the opportunity to select multiple and unlimited STEM Immersion sessions of their choice that will run weekly throughout the week during after-school hours and throughout the weekend during times they do not have general cohort sessions. STEM Immersion sessions will run for 1 hour in length.
During weekend cohort sessions, students will engage with industry professionals, have mentorship sessions, leadership skills building sessions, and interact with their peers to foster critical thinking and problem solving skills. Cohort sessions running on the weekend will run for 2 hours. Fall registration for this program closes on January 26, 2024.
Featured Sessions and Program Partners
SMAC is happy to announce that some of our featured workshops include Google, Microsoft, and other major global industry leaders.
Areas of interest and topics to be introduced and taught include:
- Aerospace Engineering
- Animation & Media Design
- Artificial Intelligence
- Biochemistry
- Biology
- Chemical Engineering
- Chemistry
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Science
- Earth Science
- Electrical Engineering
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Medical Science Innovation
- Neuroscience
- Pathology
- Robotics and Automation
- Coding and Software Development
- Physics, Math, and Statistics
- Environmental & Architectural Design
- The future of 3D Design
- Virtual Reality
Mentorship Sessions for Students
All students will have the opportunity to be mentored throughout the course of the program. The right mentor can provide advice and connections, helping the mentee onto a path to success.
Students in the upper cohort of their level tier will have the opportunity to further develop their leadership and interpersonal relationship skills by mentoring junior students.
Opportunities include working with key industry professionals who hold similar interests and passion for STEM careers and STEM learning overall.
Program Fees
There will be a standard application fee when applying for the online
2023/2024 session. The one-time application fee of $59 will cover the full nine (9) months of programming and program incidentals.
An administrative / user fee of $29.99/month will also be required.
All STEM programming on weekends and throughout the weekdays are unlimited and provided at no extra cost. Students may choose between all STEM clubs, courses and special programming (excluding global trips) FREE OF CHARGE. All programs are covered in the $29.99 monthly program fee. Downloadable personal A3 Microsoft license and Data Science Software License included in costs.
Join Now
Join The Global STEM Leadership Program!
Now calling all grade 9 and 10 students! Ready to become a leader in STEM? Embark on an exciting journey of STEM-based peer-to-peer interaction, workshops, learning, competitions, and clubs, and learn from top industry professionals.
Fall 2023 /2024 Registration closes January 26, 2024
Become A Mentor
Interested in becoming a STEM Ambassador for Level 3? Invest in our communities by lending your time to young STEM Learners. Provide leadreship mentorship that will last our mentees a lifetime!
Join an Information Session Today.
Register Now For A Virtual Information Session and Tour Of Our Program.
Register For Other Supplementary STEM Immersion Programs
Explore STEM learning outside of any classroom. STEM programming is available outside of the STEM National Leadership Program. Whether enrolled in a public school, catholic school, private school, French school or home-school, SMAC offers easy and affordable STEM Immersion learning options for all ages. From pre-school (age 3) to high school (grade 12), students can enroll in STEM learning classes online on weekdays or weekends. From single classes, workshops, special lectures or competitions to half-days or full time, there are many options available to enhance opportunities for STEM Immersion learning.
Scholarship opportunities are always available to supplement session fees that are not offered free of charge.
STEM education is among the most competitive and sought after programs in the world. STEM promotes innovation, critical thinking, and science literacy. In today’s world of ever-evolving technology, the trajectory of the future of education and the career sector is contingent on an increased need for basic and advanced application and understanding of math and science.
