The STEM Lab coaches student teams for math, robotics and engineering competitions. Kids learn to solve real problems, work as a team, and perform under pressure.
Math Olympiads
Math. Grades 4 - 6
Five national MOEMS contest rounds, from November to March, with weekly coaching on problem-solving strategies
Individual and team awards
first lego league
robotics. ages 9 - 14
Teams design, build, and code a LEGO Robot, and solve a real-world research problem on this season's theme.
Robot Game | Innovation Project | Core Values
SC 4-H engineering challenge
engineering. ages 9 - 14
A statewide event in Columbia with bridge building, rocketry, coding, LEGO robotics, and a surprise Mystery Challenge
Junior and Senior Divisions
why compete with the stem lab?
Experienced Coaches
Structured weekly practice plans built for each competition's format
Real deadlines, real pressure
Kids learn to plan, test, fail, fix, and perform when it counts
Teamwork and Grit
Every season builds communication, resilience, and leadership, not just technical skills
Award-winning programs
Three-time best of SC winner; after-school, summer camps, and tutoring
Team commitment
joining a team is a full-season commitment
​Competition teams are built around a set roster. We register each team with the competition, plan coaching around every student, and teammates count on each other to be there, so enrollment is for the entire season.
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Families may withdraw before the second session with a non-refundable charge.
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After that, all season payments are due, whether or not your child attends.
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Students are expected to attend all practices and competition days, and to complete practice at home.