WCS’ STEM program goes mobile with new traveling classroom
Warren City Schools on Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2025, rolled out the district’s new Mobile STEM Lab with a preview of the classroom on wheels.
The mobile lab, which offers hands-on science, technology engineering and math education, is set to begin traveling among Warren’s five school buildings.
It is housed in a 38-foot Freightliner chassis designed to bring hands-on, technology-rich learning experiences directly to students across the district. This state-of-the-art Mobile Stem Lab, made available through grant funding, is part of the district’s ongoing commitment to expanding opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education for all learners.
“This is a wonderful opportunity to expand STEM experiences to students throughout the school district and to build upon the existing STEM programs we already have in place,” said Danielle Miller, Supervisor of Technology, Warren City Schools.
The Mobile STEM Lab features a 3D printing farm, a dedicated instructional area equipped with a 55-inch Interactive Smart Panel, and nine computer workstations, including a wheelchair-accessible workstation and lift to ensure inclusivity for all students. The lab will allow students to participate in engaging, age-appropriate lessons in computer science, robotics, 3D printing, and other emerging technologies.
By bringing advanced technology directly to schools, the Mobile STEM Lab expands access to innovative, hands-on learning and fosters creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration among students. Lessons and activities are designed to connect learning to real-world applications, introducing students to potential career pathways in engineering, computer science, and technology innovation.
“The Warren City School District is excited to offer this outstanding learning opportunity to our students, like none other in our region,” said Superintendent/CEO Steve Chiaro. “We expect our Mobile STEM Lab to motivate and inspire learning in science, technology, engineering and mathematics for students of all ages across the district.”
Photos by Katie Statema
