BATON ROUGE, LA – NOVEMBER 6, 2026 – University Laboratory School, is proud to announce its Second Annual STEM Day, an immersive educational experience designed to inspire the next generation of scientists, engineers, innovators, and problem-solvers.

The event will bring together students, faculty, researchers, and professionals from across the university and industry to engage in hands-on learning experiences that showcase the power and possibilities of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).

This year, STEM Day will feature interactive exhibits, demonstrations, design challenges, and learning activities led by representatives from several university departments including the LSU College of Science, LSU College of Engineering, LSU AgCenter, the Pennington Biomedical Research Center, and the LSU Gordon A. Cain Center for STEM Literacy, as well as corporate and community partners such as Apple, Google, Shell, NASA, and Baton Rouge Green.

“STEM Day encapsulates what it means to be a laboratory school – a commitment to inquiry-based learning, innovation, and specialized educational opportunities,” said Rob Lyles, Director of University Laboratory School. "By connecting students with the university’s research-intensive faculty and industry professionals, we’re bridging the gap between classroom learning and solving complex, real-world challenges.”

This event helps shed light on the importance of partnership between K-12 education, higher education, and industry in developing the future workforce.

"We are incredibly fortunate to have the resources and expertise of LSU at our fingertips, and grateful for the overwhelming support of corporate partners, local businesses, and our amazing parent volunteers who have helped make this day possible," said Lyles. "Their willingness to share their expertise provides our students with invaluable experiences that spark curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong interest in learning."

About University Laboratory School

University Laboratory School is a K-12 laboratory school affiliated with Louisiana State University. The school serves as a center for educational innovation, research, and exemplary teaching practices, providing students with rigorous academic experiences that emphasize inquiry, problem-solving, creativity, and real-world application of learning.

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