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About XLR8 Academy

XLR8 Lynchburg Regional Governor’s STEM Academy is the 16th regional Governor’s STEM Academy offering programs in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (subjects known collectively as “STEM”) for high school juniors and seniors in Virginia’s Region 2000/Lynchburg regional area. Located on the campus of Central Virginia Community College, XLR8 offers academic and technical training related to careers in engineering, mechatronics, biotechnology, health science, and cyber security.

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Pathways At XLR8

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Biotechnology
Biotechnology
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Computer Science/Cyber Security
Computer Science/Cyber Security
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Health Science
Health Science
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Mechatronics & Engineering
Mechatronics & Engineering
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STEM Academy Mobile App

Download our app to learn about the STEM Academy, keep up with the latest news, events, link to social media, and lots more!
 

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Latest News
February 7, 2022
Future Focus Foundation receives $10,000 donation from CTA Consultants LLC.
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September 12, 2018
Future Focus Foundation Receives $10,800 Contribution from CloudFit Software
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June 25, 2018
NEW STEM Academy APP is HERE
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June 20, 2018
STEM Academy Application 2018-2019
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May 8, 2018
XLR8 STEM Academy to Celebrate Class of 2018 Graduates
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April 18, 2018
STEM Academy Students to Speak on Internships
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Testimonials

I enjoyed the opportunity to meet peers from other schools that were pursuing the same line of work as I was and to collaborate with everyone whether it be one-on-one or group projects.

Juwuan Wright | Class of 2020

The engineering, electronics classes were my favorite part of STEM Academy.  It gave me hands-on experience in the field of engineering that I would never get in high school.

Collin Stinnett | Class of 2020

The most meaningful part of  STEM was getting to work with more engineering-based classes and better technologies not offered at my base school. It made it more clear to me that engineering is what I wanted to pursue and was

Grace Gada | Class of 2020

The STEM Academy provides excellent hands-on learning and has a great facility and staff.

Tammy Hicks | Parent

Mitch McMahon participated in the STEM Academy his junior and senior years while attending EC Glass. While focusing on engineering at STEM, Mitch became interested in accounting and finance at Virginia Tech. He is a rising senior and currently, he

Yvonne McMahon | Parent

    " I'm fully convinced the STEM Academy helped make our daughter, Mattea, such a desirable student, and thank you again for everything you do -- you are an AMAZING educator!!! And Person."

Parent Testimonial | Maryann Novi, parent

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