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Laying the foundation for future leaders.
A student-led mentorship program connecting UW Construction Management and Architecture students with K–12 classrooms to lead hands-on design-build projects.
Join the Interest List →What is SLAB?
SLAB is a design-build mentorship program created by students at the University of Washington that pairs college students with K–12 classrooms to lead hands-on building projects.
We believe every student should have the chance to shape their world. Our programs introduce design thinking, teamwork, and the power of building, right inside the classroom.
Learn More About Our Mission →How It Works
We offer flexible, age-appropriate programs that make hands-on learning simple for schools and powerful for students. Most follow our core 4-week format.
Week 1
Meet & Discover
Week 2
Design & Plan
Week 3
Build & Problem Solve
Week 4
Present & Reflect
Who It’s For
K–12 Educators
Bring a structured, cost-free mentorship experience to your classroom that introduces students to STEM, design, and teamwork.
Learn More →UW Students
Gain leadership and teaching experience by mentoring K-12 students through real design-build projects.
Learn More →Community Partners
Help us expand our reach by sponsoring materials, outreach, and student leadership opportunities.
Learn More →Fall 2025 Pilot
We’re launching our first SLAB builds in Fall 2025, starting with Seattle-area classrooms and UW student mentors.
This is just the foundation—we’re building something much bigger.
Get Involved
Ready to bring SLAB to your classroom, join as a mentor, or support our mission? We'd love to hear from you.
Join the Interest List →