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High-tech schoolhouse opens in Decatur with STEM focus

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21st Century STEM Academy, a hightech version of a one-room schoolhouse, opened its doors in Decatur.

The school will provide a personalized education for each child, using leading-edge technology and extensive STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) resources such as a flight simulator and virtual reality experiences.

“We believe our personalized learning approach will be very appealing to many parents of students seeking a challenging educational environment,” said Gareth N. Genner, co-founder of 21st Century STEM. “Every student deserves a great teacher who has the freedom and resources to optimize their educational experience to meet the individual needs of that student. We will provide students a successful path to the fastest-growing and highest-paying occupations.”

Genner said the school will be one of the first in the nation outside of California to adopt an acclaimed K-14 program developed by the University of California at Davis that integrates math, computer science, robotics, videography and other art and STEM subjects.

“Many parents in metro Atlanta are looking for affordable options that give students high-quality science, technology, engineering and math training,” said Mike Davis, executive director of the new school. “We believe the hands-on focus on STEM will help students develop critical thinking skills to be successful in college and the workplace.”

21st Century will offer students up to 200 school days, running from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. However, activities and pre- and afterschool care will be available so parents can have their child at the school location from 7:15 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Tuition is $8,400. For more information, visit 21stcenturystem.academy.

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