Hands-On Learning with NMSU STEM Outreach
Expand your skills and ignite a passion for STEM with our collaborative classes and workshops, offered in partnership with NMSU STEM Outreach. These free sessions are specifically for K-12 students, teachers, and their families, providing a unique opportunity to:
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Enrich student learning with creative, hands-on activities.
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Support teacher professional development with new skills and techniques.
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Give families a new way to learn and create together.
Thanks to the generous support from NMSU STEM Outreach, our classes are free for participants in the Gadsden, Las Cruces, and Hatch school districts. Everything you need—from tools and materials to expert instruction—is provided at Meta'l Jewelry Studio. We only require some information for documentation purposes.
Can't make it to our studio? We also offer select workshops at schools, parent centers, and community centers. We're always open to planning new events, so if you're interested in hosting a class at your location, please reach out via email!
NMSU STEM Outreach & Meta'l Jewelry Studio
Meta'l Jewelry Studio is proud to partner with NMSU STEM Outreach to introduce metalsmithing and jewelry making to students and families, fostering creativity, critical thinking, and essential hands-on learning skills early in their career paths. This collaboration aligns Meta'l's commitment to immersive learning with NMSU STEM's focus on project-based activities, offering a unique blend of art and science. Partnership activities include workshops for students (grades K-12) and family groups—offered after school, on Saturdays, and during school breaks— focusing on techniques allowing participants to leave with a tangible finished project. To reach underserved communities, we utilize a Traveling Studio to eliminate transportation barriers and bring introductory classes directly to rural schools and organizations. Finally, we offer specialized professional development workshops to train K-12 teachers, empowering them with the resources and confidence to integrate small metalsmithing hubs into their existing school curriculums.
