“Blueprints for the Future, Inspired by Our Past” STEM HQ Tech Academy proudly celebrates Team Arcturus Apollo  for representing Georgia  at the prestigious FIRST U.S. Governor’s Cup robotics competition. After two exciting days of competition and more than 70 rounds of elimination and advancement matches , the team achieved an impressive 4th place finish , demonstrating teamwork, innovation, and dedication on the national stage. This year’s theme, “Blueprints for the Future,

he Arcturus teams delivered an outstanding performance at the FTC League Championship demonstrating exceptional skill, teamwork, and innovation in robotics. Arcturus Artemis  earned the Reach Award , recognizing their creative engineering and impressive performance on the field. Meanwhile, Arcturus Apollo  secured the Connect Award , celebrating their teamwork, collaboration, and ability to support other teams throughout the competition. These achievements highlight the dedic

As technology becomes a bigger part of everyday life, more parents are looking for meaningful ways to help their children develop future-ready skills . One of the best ways to introduce kids to technology is through coding and robotics programs designed for beginners . At STREM HQ Tech Academy, our Summer Camps 2026  give students the opportunity to explore robotics, coding, engineering, and problem-solving through fun, hands-on projects. If you’re wondering whether a coding

Big dreams. Countless hours. Unstoppable teamwork. And now — World’s Bound! We are beyond proud to announce that Arcturus Artemis has earned the #1 league ranking and secured the Finalist Alliance Award at the competition — earning their spot on the road to Worlds! 🎉✨ This achievement is not just about a ranking or an award. It represents dedication, innovation, resilience, and the incredible teamwork  of students, mentors, and supporters who believed in a shared vision. 🚀

#StremHQ #FirstTechChallenge Hard work pays off — what a powerful start to 2026! Congratulations to Arcturus Apollo  for representing Georgia  at the very first U.S. Governors Cup Robotics Competition . After two intense days and more than 70 elimination and advancement rounds, the Arcturus Apollo team finished in an impressive 4th place , gaining invaluable experience and growth along the way. The weekend was truly unforgettable, filled with thrilling challenges and inspirin

Artificial Intelligence is no longer science fiction. From voice assistants to self-driving cars—even the recommendations on your child’s favorite streaming app—AI is already reshaping our world. But here’s what many miss: AI isn’t just something students will use  in the future. It’s something they can—and should —learn to build, question, and guide .  And robotics? It’s the perfect bridge. At STREM HQ , we believe the best way to prepare young minds for an AI-driven world i

January 17, 2026 We are excited to share that our Growlers Team  earned the prestigious Core Values Award  at the Saturday Super Regional Competition  held on January 17, 2026. This recognition highlights teams that demonstrate exceptional teamwork, respect, inclusivity, and professionalism both on and off the competition floor. Throughout the event, our students showed outstanding collaboration, problem-solving, and support for one another. They didn’t just compete — they en

— And Why Your Child Might Thank You Later (Even if Not Today 😄) Let’s be honest: kids today are growing up in a world where robots don’t just belong in sci-fi movies—they’re in our homes, our cars, our phones… basically everywhere except washing the dishes (we’re still waiting for that one 🤣). So the big question is:  Should kids really start learning Robotics and Artificial Intelligence early?  At STREM HQ Tech Academy , our answer is a big, excited YES! And here’s why pa

At STREM HQ Tech Academy , we are incredibly proud of the East Side Elementary PI-RATES —one of our amazing FIRST LEGO League teams who continue to impress us each year. Last season, the PI-RATES earned the Champion Award , and this year, under the 2024–2025 FIRST LEGO League “Unearthed”  theme, they took on an even more ambitious challenge. Instead of creating a traditional research presentation, the team designed a full 59-page children’s activity book  titled “All About AR

We are excited to share big news  from Strem HQ Tech Academy! Our FTC team, Arcturus Apollo , has been selected to represent Georgia  at the FTC Governor’s Cup  this February 2026  in Washington, D.C. This honor is truly remarkable— only one team per state  gets the chance to compete at this prestigious event. Our team has demonstrated exceptional skill, creativity, and teamwork  throughout the season. Their dedication and hard work have paid off, and we couldn’t be prouder o