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GSSM Expands Virtual STEM Programs to Homeschool Students

February 6, 2025

HARTSVILLE, S.C. (Feb. 6, 2025) – The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) is expanding its reach as a premier STEM education resource by opening its virtual programs to homeschool students statewide. This expansion provides a new, tuition-free opportunity for high-achieving students to engage in advanced STEM coursework while connecting with peers and expert faculty in a dynamic, live online learning environment.

Accelerate: Virtual Engineering Program
GSSM’s Accelerate program delivers a college-level engineering curriculum designed to prepare students for success in STEM careers. The program includes:

  • Live, virtual instruction during the school day
  • Hands-on labs at the GSSM Hartsville campus
  • Summer learning experiences focused on engineering applications

Eligibility: Open to current ninth-grade students who meet the academic prerequisites and program delivery requirements.
Apply at: https://www.scgssm.org/admissions/accelerate-application-requirements
Priority Deadline: Applications are due by Feb. 24. Students are encouraged to apply early to secure their spot.
Contact: Randy Gibson at rgibson@governors.school or Kristal Martinez at kmartinez@goverors.school.  

STEM-Focused Online Courses
In addition to Accelerate, GSSM offers a variety of virtual STEM courses such as computer science, calculus, upper-level mathematics, physics, and engineering. All courses are taught live via Zoom, giving students real-time interaction with faculty and classmates. Students may take courses for college credit.  

Eligibility: Open to all interested students who meet the academic prerequisites and course delivery requirements.
Register by emailing: Nicole Kroeger at kroeger@governors.schoolCourse list and details: www.scgssm.org/online-courses
 

Families interested in learning more about GSSM’s virtual programs are invited to attend a live virtual information session:

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