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Central Ohio STEM Action Center

A regional hub of innovation, partnership, and opportunity

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The OSLN Central Ohio STEM Action Center connects and amplifies STEM education across the region. As a hub of the Ohio STEM Learning Network (OSLN), we bring together educators, schools, businesses, and community partners to build meaningful, real-world learning opportunities for students.

We don’t just support programs—we help design, launch, and sustain STEM platform schools that become models of innovation for the entire state.

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School Design & STEM Designation

We coach schools through the process of becoming officially STEM designated by the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce. This includes design support, PD, implementation strategy, and stakeholder engagement.

Become a STEM Designated School

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Professional Learning

Through embedded coaching, workshops, and immersive PD, we equip teachers and leaders to implement project-based, student-centered STEM learning.

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Ecosystem Building

We connect K–12 schools with higher ed, industry, and nonprofit partners to create learning opportunities that are relevant, authentic, and career-aligned.

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R&D and Prototyping

We help schools pilot, refine, and share new instructional approaches. Through real-time testing and feedback, we help turn good ideas into sustainable models.

Designated STEM Schools in Central Ohio

We support a growing list of STEM and STEAM designated schools across Ohio. Each one demonstrates a commitment to hands-on, inquiry-based learning connected to real-world challenges.

Metro Early College High School

Marysville STEM Early College High School

West High School

Herbert Mills STEAM Elementary

STEM Middle at Baldwin Road

Summit Road STEM Elementary

Horizon Science Academy - High School

Par Excellence STEM Academy

Tree of Life Christian Schools - Polaris Campus

View Full List of Ohio STEM Schools

Become a Designated STEM School

Our Partners

We collaborate with leaders in tech, health, education, and manufacturing to connect learning to real life. These partnerships provide mentorships, internships, classroom resources, and more.