Program Overview
Nova Labs has partnered with Fairfax High School to provide students and teachers with year-long access to makerspace learning.
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Students attend Nova Labs 2–3 days per week, exploring 3D printing, electronics, woodworking, textiles, and more through hands-on projects.
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Teachers receive memberships and specialized training so they can bring makerspace skills and experiences back into their classrooms.
This partnership empowers both students and educators to innovate, create, and explore new career possibilities.
Why It Matters
This partnership gives students something exciting to look forward to during their school week — hands-on, project-based learning that sparks curiosity, builds confidence, and makes learning fun. At the same time, teachers gain memberships and professional development that help them bring makerspace technology into their classrooms and expand opportunities for their students.
Our Goal for Year 1: 24 students supported, 73 classes delivered, and 10 teachers trained.
Your Support Sparks Innovation
Every sponsorship fuels opportunities for students and teachers to learn by doing, opening doors to innovation and discovery.
Support a Teacher
Teacher Sustainer – $65/month or $750 annually
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Covers membership for one teacher.
Teacher Sponsor – $1,400 annually
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Covers membership plus training classes and materials.
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The first four sponsors receive a free blacksmithing class and an invitation to a Nova Labs donor thank you event.
Support a Student
Student Sustainer – $125/month or $700 per semester or $1,500 annually
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Covers student classes 2–3 days per week.
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The first four annual sponsors receive a blacksmithing class and an invitation to a Nova Labs donor thank you event.
Leadership Giving
Leadership donors make it possible to grow this program into a flagship model for hands-on education and workforce development in our community.
Silver Sponsor – $3,000
Handcrafted thank-you gift, Project Class for up to 6, VIP invite to Student Showcase, Donor Wall recognition, donor thank you event.
Gold Sponsor – $5,000
All Silver perks plus a Private Maker Tour & Demo with students and teachers, and a 1-year Associate Membership for 2.All Silver perks plus a Private Maker Tour & Demo with students and teachers, and a 1-year Associate Membership for 2.
Community Champion – $10,000
All Gold perks plus an Exclusive Hands-On Maker Experience, and a 1-year Associate Membership for 4.
We also have sponsorship and naming opportunities available for our new Youth Programs space.
Join us in Making Futures
You can play a direct role in inspiring the next generation of makers and innovators.
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Donate today to support teachers and students at Fairfax High School.
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Contact us to learn more about major sponsorship opportunities.
📧 amanda.jarvis@nova-labs.org | 📞 703-437-5780