Peach State STARBASE, operated at the Clay National Guard Center in Marietta, offers a premier educational opportunity for fifth-grade students to learn about science, technology, engineering, and math. Since 2001, the Peach State Starbase Program has educated and motivated students for careers in science and technical fields. In 2024, Peach State Starbase was designated as a National Center of Excellence for its drone program. While at STARBASE, students participate in challenging activities related to aviation and STEAM careers, building on their classroom instruction. They interact with military personnel and see direct applications of their academic studies in real world situations at the Clay National Guard Center and Dobbins Air Reserve Base. This program provides students with stimulating instructional and inspirational experiences in cutting edge and emerging technologies, while simultaneously exposing them to the technological environments and positive role models found within the Georgia National Guard.