The Lab Schools of ODU
Engineering a Sustainable Future
Old Dominion University’s Center for Educational Innovation and Opportunity is the hub of ODU’s lab school network, manages partnerships with other Virginia lab schools, coordinates research and best practices across Virginia, and provide expert guidance to lab school leaders. The Center fosters a culture of innovation in K-12 and higher education, and develops scalable strategies for educational programs statewide.
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SmithTech: School of Computer Science, Innovation and Design
Innovative learning in Middle School Computer Science
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The Maritime Engineering and Environmental Studies Academy
Focused on maritime and environmental studies with experiential learning and
community partnerships.
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The STEM Academy at Booker T. - Suffolk
Community and field-based learning that addresses real-world issues, preparing students for a future focused on innovation and STEM.
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Aerospace Academy of the Eastern Shore
Focused on equipping students with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to excel in aerospace industries.
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The Lab School Network

The ODU Center for Educational Innovation and Opportunity serves as the fiscal agent for 5 Partnership Lab Schools. In this role, The Center functions as a hub for collaboration, facilitates cross-lab school research, and supports the acceleration of educational innovation.
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Southwest Virginia Healthcare Excellence Academy Lab School
SWVA-HEALS
is a high school career academy for 10th-12th graders interested in pursuing careers in healthcare.
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Explore@RC-Roanoke College
Explore@RC
Focuses on critical thinking and practical skills students in their chosen fields.
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MG-TEC IT
Aims to provide high school students with a thorough education in Information Technology (IT).
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ISLE Maritime Academy-Paul D Camp
ISLE Maritime
The Lab School will offer maritime trades training to area high school students.
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Future Educators Academy-Germanna
Future Educators
Offers an academically rigorous and rewarding challenge for exceptional, college-ready high school students.
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