The STARBASE Advanced programs combine STEAM activities with a relationship-rich, school-based afterschool environment to provide the missing link for youth making the transition from elementary to middle and on to high school. It extends the positive impact of STARBASE through an afterschool STEAM coaching approach which solidifies students' attachment to and engagement with school.
The STARBASE Advanced program operates through partnerships with STARBASE, local school districts, and community volunteers. STARBASE Advanced Clubs will be held at the following middle schools during the 2025 - 2026 school year:
C.R. Anderson Middle School
- Code Girls United Program
- Tuesdays at 3pm - 4:30pm
- September 23rd, 2025 - April 28th, 2026
- STEAM Program
- Tuesdays from 3pm - 5 pm
- Fall Session starts September 30th and ends December 16th, 2025
- Spring Session starts January 13th and ends March 24th, 2026
Helena Middle School
- Code Girls United Program
- Thursdays from 3pm - 4:30pm
- Starts September 25th, 2025 and end April 30th, 2026
- STEAM Program
- Thursdays from 3pm - 5 pm
- Fall Session starts September 18th and ends December 11th, 2025
- Spring Session starts January 15th and ends March 26th, 2026
If you are interested in participating in any of the STARBASE Advanced programs, please contact the STARBASE Fort Harrison Advanced Program Coordinator, Kinsey "Newt" Vavruska at kvavruska@helenaschools.org or (406) 324-3727.
If you would like to volunteer with STARBASE Advanced at any of these programs, please fill out our Volunteer Application or contact Kinsey Vavruska.