Turn curiosity into possibility.

Hands-on learning. Real-world ideas. The next generation of innovators.

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Detail of the product-design illustration showing a learner working on a circuit — Make it tangible — illustrative concept

Illustration of a team collaborating on an assistive product prototype — Design for tomorrow — illustrative concept

Illustration of three learners and a mentor exploring a wind-turbine model, solar panels, and robotics — Sustainable solutions — illustrative concept

Illustration of students exploring sports medicine and biometric technology — Human potential — illustrative concept

Illustration of learners designing a rescue robot — Build what’s next — illustrative concept

Illustration of a team developing an AI-supported pollinator habitat — Small ideas. Big impact. — illustrative concept

Program participants gathered for a group photograph in front of a Georgia State University backdrop. — A day of discovery — program photograph

A presenter speaking to a classroom with a financial presentation on two screens. — Sharing business ideas — program photograph

A colorful 3M Visiting Wizards sign displayed on an easel. — 3M Visiting Wizards — program photograph

Participants holding balloons during a classroom activity with a 3M volunteer. — Science in motion — program photograph

Visiting Wizards presenters leading a classroom session while participants work at tables. — Exploring together — program photograph

A participant presenting a navigation and scheduling app concept with teammates beside a display. — Presenting an app idea — program photograph

Two participants collaborating on a worksheet at a classroom table. — Thinking on paper — program photograph

Two people standing together in a computer lab. — Workshop connections — program photograph

Two people talking together beside computers in a lab. — A conversation that matters — program photograph

Participants working at computer stations while others discuss ideas nearby. — Learning side by side — program photograph

Two participants looking at graphic icons and a presentation on desktop computers. — Designing on screen — program photograph

Two people discussing a presentation at a computer workstation. — Talking through an idea — program photograph

Groups of participants collaborating around computer stations in a busy classroom. — Ideas around the room — program photograph

A group of program participants posing together in a classroom. — Coming together — program photograph

Participants seated around classroom tables during a group session. — Ready to learn — program photograph

A participant writing the words Communicate Ideas on a classroom whiteboard. — Making ideas visible — program photograph

A presenter speaking at a classroom lectern with a Thank you slide behind him. — Perspectives from a presenter — program photograph

A wide view of participants seated around tables and listening in a classroom. — A room full of curiosity — program photograph

A presenter at a computer with Marketing 101 displayed on classroom screens. — An introduction to marketing — program photograph

Three participants standing at the front of a classroom to present, with another person at a laptop. — Bringing an idea to the room — program photograph

A seated panel listening to a presentation behind tables with an Urban League of Greater Atlanta banner. — Listening to new ideas — program photograph

Colorful handwritten sticky notes arranged beside a large sheet of paper on a wall. — Where ideas begin — program photograph

HBI STEAM ACADEMY

Turncuriosityintopossibility.

Hands-on, project-based STEAM learning for middle and high school students—building technical skills, confidence, and pathways to college, careers, and entrepreneurship.

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ILLUSTRATIVE PROJECTS

Ideas take shape.

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AI + SMART TECHNOLOGIES

Sustainable solutions

HANDS-ON PATHWAYS

Find your spark.

Explore focused learning areas where creativity
meets real-world problem solving.

What could you teach a machine?

Explore how AI can help turn a question into a new possibility.

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Hosted by

Learning Innovation Alliance (LIA)

Delivered by

HBI STEAM Academy

College Park, Georgia

Design
Challenge.

2027 Spring Cohort

Build, test and present
a team prototype.

Explore emerging tech with mentors.

Planned location

Tracey Wyatt
Recreation Center

Planned dates

February through the end of April 2027

Free to students

Planned group

Up to 20 students

Middle and high school students

Ask about the Design Challenge

Fictional students collaborating on a robotics prototype in a workshop.

What students will focus on

Explore emerging technology with mentors through a team project.
Choose a problem, understand who it serves and design together.
Build, test and improve a prototype using feedback.
Present the team’s idea and prototype at a judged capstone.

Hosted by

Learning Innovation Alliance (LIA)

Learn. Innovate. Advance.

Delivered by

HBI STEAM Academy

ONE ACADEMY. MANY DIRECTIONS.

Follow your curiosity.

Explore focused learning areas where creativity
meets real-world problem solving.

FOR STUDENTS & FAMILIES

Find a direction worth exploring.

Explore hands-on pathways in AI, cybersecurity, product design, media, entrepreneurship, and sports innovation.

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FOR SCHOOLS & COMMUNITY PARTNERS

Bring project-based learning closer.

Bring mentor-supported, project-based STEAM learning to your students and community.

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Middle and high school learners In-school, after-school, summer, and hybrid cohorts Real-world projects and industry mentors

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AI & Generative AI
Cybersecurity & Data Analytics
IoT & Smart Technologies
UI/UX & Product Development
Digital Media & Storytelling
Entrepreneurship & Business Acumen
Sports Innovation & Emerging Technologies

See how ideas grow

FROM A QUESTION TO A POSSIBILITY

Ideas grow by doing.

Discover
Start with a question worth exploring.
Design
Imagine possibilities. Consider who they serve.
Prototype
Give an idea a form you can try.
Test
Learn from what happens. Refine what comes next.
Present
Share the idea—and the thinking behind it.

OUR STORY. OUR IMPACT.

Opportunity grows by doing.

Founded on the Georgia Tech campus in 2016, HBI STEAM Academy is a nonprofit organization connecting students with hands-on learning, mentorship, and emerging technology.

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320+ Middle and high school students supported since 2016

85+ Student-led emerging-technology prototypes developed

IT STARTS WITH A QUESTION

What will you
make possible?

Discover where curiosity can take you.

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Turncuriosityintopossibility.

Ideas take shape.

Sustainable solutions

Find your spark.

What could you teach a machine?

DesignChallenge.

What students will focus on

Follow your curiosity.

Find a direction worth exploring.

Bring project-based learning closer.

Ideas grow by doing.

Discover

Design

Prototype

Test

Present

Opportunity grows by doing.

What will youmake possible?

Design
Challenge.

What will you
make possible?