STEM
Ignite your curiosity and dive into the future with Branson’s cutting-edge STEM programs! Our hands-on curriculum transforms complex concepts into thrilling discoveries, focusing on high-level experimentation, logical problem-solving, and digital innovation. Guided by Branson’s expert faculty, students will build the technical skills and confidence needed to lead in a changing world. Whether you are looking to strengthen your academic foundation or explore new horizons in math, science and technology, our STEM sessions provide the perfect blend of academic rigor and summer discovery.
Please note that some of the high school courses are offered for credit for current and incoming Branson students.
STEM Offerings
![Algebra I]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1767997319/bransonorg/vm0vtqo2dtsx2wbmtpdb/summer_algebrai_thumbnail.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1767997319/bransonorg/vm0vtqo2dtsx2wbmtpdb/summer_algebrai_thumbnail.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1767997319/bransonorg/vm0vtqo2dtsx2wbmtpdb/summer_algebrai_thumbnail.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1767997319/bransonorg/vm0vtqo2dtsx2wbmtpdb/summer_algebrai_thumbnail.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1767997319/bransonorg/vm0vtqo2dtsx2wbmtpdb/summer_algebrai_thumbnail.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1767997319/bransonorg/vm0vtqo2dtsx2wbmtpdb/summer_algebrai_thumbnail.jpg","width":2048}])
- Grade 8
- Grade 9
Ready to level up in math? Hone in your math skills in this intensive, UC-approved course where you'll learn higher index radicals, factoring polynomials, and more. This course is offered for Branson credit.
![Applied AI in Python]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1767999773/bransonorg/gabxyjen6bz0osrfhwea/summer_intro2python_thumbnail.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1767999773/bransonorg/gabxyjen6bz0osrfhwea/summer_intro2python_thumbnail.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1767999773/bransonorg/gabxyjen6bz0osrfhwea/summer_intro2python_thumbnail.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1767999773/bransonorg/gabxyjen6bz0osrfhwea/summer_intro2python_thumbnail.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1767999773/bransonorg/gabxyjen6bz0osrfhwea/summer_intro2python_thumbnail.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1767999773/bransonorg/gabxyjen6bz0osrfhwea/summer_intro2python_thumbnail.jpg","width":2048}])
- Grade 6
- Grade 7
- Grade 8
- Grade 9
Get started with programming language and the world of Python! Write your own machine learning system and recommendation engine (like Netflix!) from scratch.
![Food Science]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1768257742/bransonorg/ngjnamdj0r7ymanncouo/summer_foodscience_thumbnail.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1768257742/bransonorg/ngjnamdj0r7ymanncouo/summer_foodscience_thumbnail.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1768257742/bransonorg/ngjnamdj0r7ymanncouo/summer_foodscience_thumbnail.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1768257742/bransonorg/ngjnamdj0r7ymanncouo/summer_foodscience_thumbnail.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1768257742/bransonorg/ngjnamdj0r7ymanncouo/summer_foodscience_thumbnail.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1768257742/bransonorg/ngjnamdj0r7ymanncouo/summer_foodscience_thumbnail.jpg","width":2048}])
- Grade 6
- Grade 7
- Grade 8
Dive into the delicious world of food science this summer! It's time to taste, experiment, and discover the science behind some of your favorite foods.
![Geometry]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1767908350/bransonorg/ruebvh2f3opxhujxrzn5/summer_thumbnail-3-2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1767908350/bransonorg/ruebvh2f3opxhujxrzn5/summer_thumbnail-3-2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1767908350/bransonorg/ruebvh2f3opxhujxrzn5/summer_thumbnail-3-2.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1767908350/bransonorg/ruebvh2f3opxhujxrzn5/summer_thumbnail-3-2.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1767908350/bransonorg/ruebvh2f3opxhujxrzn5/summer_thumbnail-3-2.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1767908350/bransonorg/ruebvh2f3opxhujxrzn5/summer_thumbnail-3-2.jpg","width":2048}])
- Grade 8
- Grade 9
- Grade 10
Get ready for a summer of shapes and math! This UC-approved course is designed for students with a strong Algebra I background who want to complete Geometry over the summer and move on to Algebra II next year. This course is offered for Branson credit.
![Innovation Lab: Artificial Intelligence for Social Good]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1767908466/bransonorg/kvcc4enanobqyw864728/summer_thumbnail-1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1767908466/bransonorg/kvcc4enanobqyw864728/summer_thumbnail-1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1767908466/bransonorg/kvcc4enanobqyw864728/summer_thumbnail-1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1767908466/bransonorg/kvcc4enanobqyw864728/summer_thumbnail-1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1767908466/bransonorg/kvcc4enanobqyw864728/summer_thumbnail-1.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1767908466/bransonorg/kvcc4enanobqyw864728/summer_thumbnail-1.jpg","width":2048}])
- Grade 8
- Grade 9
- Grade 10
- Grade 11
- Grade 12
Are you curious on how AI actually works? You will learn the fundamental concepts of AI and gain a deeper understanding of how AI is used to build ChatGPT and generative AI, fight pandemics, power self-driving cars, and more.
![Intro to Python]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1768258741/bransonorg/kytujftrfxdasrfssxgb/summer_introtopy_thumbnail.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1768258741/bransonorg/kytujftrfxdasrfssxgb/summer_introtopy_thumbnail.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1768258741/bransonorg/kytujftrfxdasrfssxgb/summer_introtopy_thumbnail.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1768258741/bransonorg/kytujftrfxdasrfssxgb/summer_introtopy_thumbnail.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1768258741/bransonorg/kytujftrfxdasrfssxgb/summer_introtopy_thumbnail.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1768258741/bransonorg/kytujftrfxdasrfssxgb/summer_introtopy_thumbnail.jpg","width":2048}])
- Grade 6
- Grade 7
- Grade 8
- Grade 9
Through games and practice, jumpstart your coding journey with this hands-on introduction to Python!
![Prep for Algebra I]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1768002824/bransonorg/trcc7j2j9f2ix7ndfaj7/summer_prepforalgebra_thumbnail.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1768002824/bransonorg/trcc7j2j9f2ix7ndfaj7/summer_prepforalgebra_thumbnail.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1768002824/bransonorg/trcc7j2j9f2ix7ndfaj7/summer_prepforalgebra_thumbnail.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1768002824/bransonorg/trcc7j2j9f2ix7ndfaj7/summer_prepforalgebra_thumbnail.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1768002824/bransonorg/trcc7j2j9f2ix7ndfaj7/summer_prepforalgebra_thumbnail.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1768002824/bransonorg/trcc7j2j9f2ix7ndfaj7/summer_prepforalgebra_thumbnail.jpg","width":2048}])
- Grade 8
- Grade 9
Are you ready to dive into Algebra? This intensive course reviews pre-algebra, ensuring you're prepared to take on Algebra I confidently.
![Prep for Algebra II]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1768259924/bransonorg/wivinykpmalnbuwleewd/summer_algebraii_thumbnail.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1768259924/bransonorg/wivinykpmalnbuwleewd/summer_algebraii_thumbnail.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1768259924/bransonorg/wivinykpmalnbuwleewd/summer_algebraii_thumbnail.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1768259924/bransonorg/wivinykpmalnbuwleewd/summer_algebraii_thumbnail.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1768259924/bransonorg/wivinykpmalnbuwleewd/summer_algebraii_thumbnail.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1768259924/bransonorg/wivinykpmalnbuwleewd/summer_algebraii_thumbnail.jpg","width":2048}])
- Grade 10
- Grade 11
If Geometry class left you wanting more or you feel like you want to gain some more confidence in your Algebra I skills before heading into Algebra II, you should take Prep for Algebra II!
![Unity Game Studio: Design, Build, Play]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1768522009/bransonorg/xorbr5bme9c4defxk7hb/summer_gaming_thumbnail.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1768522009/bransonorg/xorbr5bme9c4defxk7hb/summer_gaming_thumbnail.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1768522009/bransonorg/xorbr5bme9c4defxk7hb/summer_gaming_thumbnail.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1768522009/bransonorg/xorbr5bme9c4defxk7hb/summer_gaming_thumbnail.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1768522009/bransonorg/xorbr5bme9c4defxk7hb/summer_gaming_thumbnail.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1768522009/bransonorg/xorbr5bme9c4defxk7hb/summer_gaming_thumbnail.jpg","width":2048}])
- Grade 6
- Grade 7
- Grade 8
- Grade 9
- Grade 10
- Grade 11
- Grade 12
Take your love for gaming to another level. Have you ever played a video game and thought, "I wonder how this was built?" or "I wish I could make something like this."? If you answered "yes", this is the summer course for you!