Rocket City STEM grew out of a two week trial of Laser Camp at Monte Sano in the summer of 2023. Our campers helped us brainstorm ideas for clubs and camps and when a former classroom space became available at Campus 805 we thought, why not?!
We strive to provide a safe, friendly and creative space where all our students and instructors can belong. We celebrate everyone!
Alex Hall, Founder and CEO, has been engaged in informal science education for more than three decades. A former science center CEO, children's science book author, and current mom to a fifth grader, Alex has taught all ages about physics, space, aviation and just being curious about everything!
Michael Buford, Laser Instructor, is a Huntsville native with a lifelong love for astronomy. He graduated from UAH in 2018 with a BA in Psychology and minor in Management & Leadership. He worked at the US Space and Rocket Center as an Astronomy & General Space Camp Presenter for three years, and is currently a private tutor for all ages.
Taylor has been a math tutor, chess tutor and a Space Camp Counselor, instructing and engaging with students in STEM subjects for over seven years. She brings a passion for uncovering the ‘aha’ moments with students and being an active collaborator in the process of discovery and learning.
Alexander loves to teach coding, digital art and STEM subjects for all ages. They particularly enjoy helping a student create their own works of art. A fine graphic artist by degree, Alexander has been participating in game design, hackathons and working in print making for more than a decade.
Jack formerly taught coding and STEM subjects with the Video Game Design Club. A student with a passion for music technology and board games, Jack brings curiosity and creation to all the topics he teaches!
Morganne is an astrophysicist and former space camp instructor. They are excited to share STEM subjects and their love of the universe.