SMCPS Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) Festival and Expo 2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Monday, September 29, 2025

Dr. J. Scott Smith, Superintendent of Schools, 301-475-5511, ext. 32178
Dr. Joseph Beavers, Deputy Superintendent of Schools, 301-475-5511, ext. 32135 

 

SMCPS SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, the ARTs, and MATHEMATICS (STEAM) FESTIVAL AND EXPO 2025

LEONARDTOWN, MD – There are a variety of STEM-related programs available to students in St. Mary’s County and the Tenth Annual Maryland STEAM Festival and Expo brings a myriad of STEM-related activities, programs and organizations together in one venue. This year’s festival theme is Energy, and both students and parents can explore the various hands-on activities to help foster their child’s STEAM interests.

St. Mary’s County Public Schools has arranged to have exhibitors from many local and state agencies, to include Naval Air Station Patuxent River Educational Outreach Office, SMECO, Southern Maryland Astronomical Society, Calvert Marine Museum, University of Maryland Watershed Protection and Restoration Program, and many more. 

There will also be opportunities for students to do some hands-on learning with demonstrations in robotics, rocketry, and many other fascinating areas of STEAM.  There truly is something for everyone at the Expo!  Students of all ages are encouraged to attend.

The 2025 SMCPS STEAM Festival is being held on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at the St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds in Leonardtown, Maryland.  The Expo runs from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Admission is free, and the event is open to the public. There will be food and beverages available for purchase.  Mark your calendar for a fun-filled day!

For more information on the Maryland STEAM Festival, visit marylandstemfestival.org. If you have questions about the SMCPS STEAM Festival contact Dr. Colleen Gill at 301-475-5511, ext. 32190 or Mr. Jason Hayes at 301-475-5511, ext. 32116.