Emerging Women Excelling in Leadership and STEM
STEM enrichment for 4th-12th grade girls
Who We Are
Jewels Academy is an organization that offers STEM and self-enrichment programs for underrepresented young women in 4th – 12th grades. The 10th – 12th graders are assistants to the workshop instructors.
Our Philosophy
We provide young women in STEM with unique and challenging learning experiences. While preserving traditions and respect for its principles and values, Jewels Academy welcomes students of all faiths and socio-economic backgrounds.
Who We Are
Jewels Academy is an organization that offers STEM and self-enrichment programs for underrepresented young women in 4th – 12th grades in a welcoming and nurturing environment. The 10th – 12th graders are assistants to the workshop instructors.
Our Philosophy
We provide young women in STEM with unique and challenging learning experiences. While preserving traditions and respect for its principles and values, Jewels Academy welcomes students of all faiths and socio-economic backgrounds.
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Keeping the Brilliance in Jewels
Check out our latest video, “Supporting STEM Pathways for Young Women,” and discover how Jewels Academy is making a difference. Together, we can foster a love for science, technology, engineering, and math among young women, helping to build a brighter and more inclusive future!
Provost Mattison’s Story
In this video, Provost Mattison from Drake University shares her remarkable journey in STEM, offering valuable insights and practical advice for young women aspiring to build careers in science, technology, engineering, and math, from overcoming challenges to pursuing her interests. Her story is filled with inspiration and motivation for anyone seeking a path in STEM.
Upcoming Events
March 24, 2025
4:00 pm -
5:00 pm
Jewels will be at Meredith Middle School leading STEM workshops! STEM workshops let students “learn by doing,” where each session...
March 24, 2025
5:30 pm -
6:30 pm
Providing some polish to their math skills and making your jewel of a child shine brighter! Supervised by a certified...
March 28, 2025
4:00 pm -
5:00 pm
Jewels will be in Ankeny leading STEM workshops! STEM workshops let students “learn by doing,” where each session is designed...
April 19, 2025
9:00 am -
1:00 pm
Join Jewels Academy at our free in-person STEM workshop at Meredith Middle School! Meet and chat with members of the...
April 24, 2025
4:00 pm -
6:00 pm
Join Jewels Academy at our free in-person STEM workshop at Howe Elementary School’s Family Night! Meet and chat with members...
June 10, 2025
5:00 pm -
6:30 pm
A six week program sponsored by Jewels Academy to teach high school students important skills such mentoring, leadership, public speaking,...
June 15, 2025
2:00 pm -
6:30 pm
Jewels Academy will a part of Ankeny’s Juneteenth celebration showing how STEM can be anyone’s future! Where: Location TBD No...
June 26, 2025
9:30 pm -
1:30 pm
Jewels Academy is traveling to rural central Iowa libraries to expose students to STEM workshops that relate to today’s top...
July 5, 2025
9:00 am -
12:00 pm
This program is a four week Jewels Academy sponsored STEM program where students are “learning by doing,” and each session...
July 25, 2025
9:00 am -
12:00 pm
Join Jewels Academy at our free in-person STEM workshop at STEAM on the Ridge! Meet and chat with members of...
August 22, 2025
5:00 pm -
6:00 pm
Join Jewels Academy at our free in-person STEM workshop at Monroe Elementary Back to School event! Meet and chat with...
“Jewels Academy inspired me and gave me the boost I need to keep treading on.”
Carrington, Macon, GA
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