Saturday Academy is a non-profit,  extracurricular, precollege education program hosted by Oregon State University. The program, chartered at OSU since 1986, enlists community professionals to share their facilities, equipment, and expertise through hands-on classes, workshops, and mentorships to extend and augment the science curriculum of the school systems. Saturday Academy places special emphasis on the sciences, math and technology. Financial assistance is available to all who qualify.

OUR MISSION

Saturday Academy inspires young people to explore their world through hands-on learning with community experts and professionals.

Our goal is to reinforce the joy of learning, assist young people in developing intellectually and help them prepare for rewarding careers.

We strive to make our experiences available to all students who seek them, and to affirmatively reach out to those who might not otherwise participate.

We value all learning and offer experiences in many disciplines. We emphasize the sciences, especially engineering, technology and health sciences, because of the rapid rate of change in these fields and their essential role in modern life.

CONGRATULATIONS TO SATURDAY ACADEMY

* OSU Women's Givng Circle Grant, for Saturday Academy Student Leadership Team, May 2009

* The Presidential Award for Excellence in Science,  Mathematics and Engineering Mentoring by President William J. Clinton, 1996

* For Kids’ Sake Award, Saturday Academy’s Apprenticeships in Science and Engineering Program—“In recognition of your commitment to help educate youth so they are prepared to meet tomorrow’s challenges.” Presented by Oregon’s KPTV, Porltand, 1996

* The Green Heron Award for the Student Watershed Research Project, presented by Tualatin Riverkeepers, 1999