Gateway Arch & Riverfront
Visit the Gateway Arch and Riverfront to explore how St. Louis weather, climate, and topography have impacted both the design of the Arch and the ecosystems around the Mississippi Riverfront.
From worksheets to wonder: WashU’s Math314 supports teachers, boosts scores
Terrance wanted better for his students. So he was eager to join Math314, WashU’s innovative program to boost math instruction and student achievement.
Monica Amos – Audio Conversation
“My question for parents is this: What can I know that will benefit your child? All students want to be seen, and once they feel seen, the math comes so much easier.”
Corrie Hamilton – Audio Conversation
“When you are THAT person for a small child, you are also THAT person for the child’s family.”
ISP Book Clubs
Many successful educators find themselves in leadership roles without substantive training on leading teams. The ISP supports teams of K-12 leaders (district administrators, principals) with guided book club opportunities. These are facilitated by our seasoned educational leaders and instructional specialists.
St. Louis high school students compete, meet experts at WashU Brain Bee
About 55 high school students from the St. Louis region and beyond tested their knowledge of the human brain and learned about neuroscience careers at the 15th annual St. Louis Area Brain Bee March 8 at Washington University in St. Louis.
Researcher for a Day
Bring your middle school students to WashU’s Danforth campus for a hands-on lab experience led by one of the University’s leading researcher/scientists. Students will wear lab coats, goggles, and be invited to think about themselves as problem-solvers for this day of group learning and fun.
WashU Mathematical Excellence Competition
WUMEC, hosted by WashU’s Math Club, is open to all high school students, offering both individual and team competitions, giving participants the chance to strengthen their mathematical skills and apply them to real-world challenges. It’s more than just a contest—it’s an opportunity to connect with peers, compete, and grow as problem solvers. The ISP proudly provides administrative support for this event.
St. Louis Area Brain Bee
SLABB is an annual event for high school students that are interested in the brain and neuroscience. Demonstrations, panels, and materials come from Brain Facts, a book published by the Society for Neuroscience. The winner of SLABB has an opportunity to compete in the US national Brain Bee competition. The ISP proudly provides administrative support for this event.
Summer Teacher Researcher
The Summer Teacher Researcher Program is one of the many ways that the ISP provides campus-wide support for WashU faculty to develop partnership and outreach opportunities with St. Louis-area schools.