MARS Microschool
We're building it with them.
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Huntsville is one of the most advanced technology hubs in the country โ home to Northrop Grumman, Blue Origin, and Meta. The competition for future talent starts now, not at graduation.
MARS is the region's only AI-forward hybrid microschool, where students don't just learn about technology โ they build with it every day. Our Trailblazers graduate with:
- Hands-on AI fluency across all subjects
- A portfolio of real, deployable work
- Hackathon and presentation experience
- Drone physics, quadruped robotics, and VR labs
- Dual enrollment college credits
On Impact.
"MARS is building Huntsville's next generation of AI-ready talent โ and our partners help shape who they become. This is where the future workforce is being forged."
Partnership Tiers
Choose the level of engagement that fits your organization's goals.
- Permanent Founding Partner designation โ named in all MARS history
- Named/branded program, lab, or annual challenge series
- Exclusive first access to top-graduating Trailblazers for internships
- Full input on curriculum priorities and hackathon themes
- 2โ4 branded hackathons per year using your real-world challenges
- Executive advisory seat and private partner briefings
- Priority access to top-performing students and internship candidates
- Input on hackathon themes and skill development priorities
- One branded hackathon with your real-world challenge
- 2โ3 guest speaking or workshop opportunities per year
- Premium logo placement on website, events, and student platforms
- 1โ2 guest speaker opportunities per year
- Hackathon co-sponsorship with option to submit a real-world challenge
- Participation in hackathon judging โ direct student interaction
- Access to student portfolios and early awareness of standout talent
- One guest speaking opportunity per year
- Invitation to attend hackathons and Portfolio Night
- Logo listed on MARS website and partner communications
- Name listed on the MARS website
- Invitation to key MARS events including Portfolio Night
- Recognition in partner communications
Add-On Opportunities
Enhance any tier with targeted, high-impact engagements.
Coming In Daily!
This week, three bright prospective students came to campus for Shadow Day โ spending a full day inside MARS to experience firsthand what life on campus is really like. The energy was electric, and we're so grateful to the parents who made time to bring them in.
on Shadow Day
Full โ Fall 2026
Available Now
๐ค MARS Microschool learners are heading to Atlanta! Our students are presenting "The MARS Tech Stack" โ showcasing how student-led hybrid learning turns curiosity into real building: AI, coding, robotics, drones, data analytics, and certifications.
Come get practical ideas you can use immediately. This is what happens when students are trusted to lead.
Our CEO Jennifer Wolverton is featured at the 6th Neurodiverse Homeschooling Summit โ a free virtual event running May 6โ21. Jennifer will be speaking on "How to Use Technology in Homeschooling" alongside host Afsaneh Moradian.
The Rocket Drones National Student Drone Competition is held at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center โ home of Space Camp โ in Huntsville, Alabama. No equipment required. No experience needed. Anyone can participate. Live results are posted in real time on the Rocket Drones portal.
5 thrilling competition events testing skill, precision & innovation · Awards ceremony with industry professionals · Commercial drone career panel · Space Camp exploration day with full access to exhibits · 4 hours of teacher professional development
- Students may compete in up to two categories
- All competitors must be registered through a school
- Teacher supervision required for all students
- No prior drone experience required
- 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place awards for each event
- Official trophies and sponsor merchandise
- Live results posted in real-time on the portal
- Awards ceremony with industry professionals
Before competition begins, all students will have access to Rocket Drones Training Sessions, guided practice time, and hands-on experience with systems and simulators โ students can learn the basics, build confidence, and step into competition all in the same event.
Imagination to Expression
Units 1 and 2 explore how technology can expand creativity without replacing human imagination. Exploring AI Art and AI Writing & Storytelling โ click either unit below to enroll.
Students become visual world-builders, using AI as a creative tool to design characters, landscapes, and creatures โ learning how technology can amplify imagination. Grades 6โ12.
Start Unit 1 โ
Learners step into the role of story architects โ developing characters, dialogue, and plot while using AI as a thoughtful creative partner. Build a full writing portfolio.
Start Unit 2 โ
Together these units guide students through a full creative cycle โ designing, writing, and refining ideas โ while strengthening storytelling skills, multimodal thinking, and confidence.
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A technology-forward microschool for secondary students. We're not just preparing students for the futureโwe're building it with them through AI, robotics, and project-based learning.
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