Working prototype by Stoa. A concept for the Great Lakes Bay STEM Career Exposure Resource Hub, built by Stoa Works for the Bay-Arenac ISD RFP. Not the official Bay-Arenac ISD website. All resources shown are clearly labeled sample content.
Great Lakes Bay Region STEM Career Hub Explore. Connect. Build a future.

On the road this season

Mobile Museum & STEM Kits

A traveling exhibit and checkout STEM kits that bring hands-on career exposure to schools, libraries, and community events across Bay and Arenac counties. No field-trip bus required.

The traveling experience

What it is

Makers on Wheels

Manufacturing & Design

A multi-station traveling exhibit showcasing machining, CNC fabrication, product design, and skilled trades careers. Students learn from regional manufacturers about pathways into advanced manufacturing.

Sample exhibit

Body Works

Health & Medicine

An interactive health-science exhibit featuring anatomy, medical technology, nursing careers, and allied health roles. Hands-on stations let students explore stethoscopes, diagnostic tools, and career spotlights.

Sample exhibit

Code & Robotics Pop-Up

Coding & IT

A modular coding and robotics station featuring beginner programming challenges, robot assembly, and careers in software, IT, and automation. Perfect for school assemblies and library events.

Sample exhibit

Getting started

How to request a visit

  1. Browse availability. Check the sample schedule below to see when the museum and kits are in your area.
  2. Submit a request. Tell us about your event, audience size, and which exhibit interests you most.
  3. Confirm a date. We'll work with you to pick the best time and set up logistics.
  4. Receive the kit and guide. Get the exhibit, all materials, and a facilitation guide with learning objectives and talking points.
Request a visit

Note: this is a prototype form placeholder.

Sample itinerary

Sample schedule

Representative schedule for demonstration: sample dates and locations.
Date Stop Exhibit Audience
Sept 14, 10 AM Bay City Central Elementary Makers on Wheels Grades 3–5
Sept 20, 2 PM Standish-Sterling Middle School Body Works Grades 6–8
Oct 3, 9 AM Pinconning Community Library Code & Robotics Pop-Up All ages
Oct 10, 1 PM AuGres-Sims High School Makers on Wheels Grades 9–12
Oct 18, 11 AM Essexville-Hampton Middle School Body Works Grades 6–8
Oct 25, 3 PM Bay County Library System Code & Robotics Pop-Up All ages

Hands-on at home or in class

STEM kits you can check out

Circuits in a Box

Sample kit

Build circuits, experiment with conductors and insulators, and explore electronics careers.

Soil & Seeds

Sample kit

Test soil chemistry, grow plants, and discover agriculture and environmental science careers.

3D Printing for Beginners

Sample kit

Design and print objects, learn CAD basics, and explore careers in engineering and manufacturing.

Robotics Starter

Sample kit

Assemble and program a robot to solve challenges. Explore coding and robotics careers.

Weather Station

Sample kit

Build instruments to measure temperature, humidity, and wind. Discover meteorology and climate science.

Water-Quality Field Kit

Sample kit

Test water samples for pH, turbidity, and pollutants. Explore environmental monitoring careers.

Explore more

Ready to dive deeper into careers?

The Resource Library has videos, lessons, virtual tours, and activities organized by career cluster and grade level. Find what fits your classroom or family.

Browse the resource library →
Students working on hands-on engineering project with tools and equipment (representative sample photo).