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The Engineering Navigator is a prototype AI-powered platform that connects students, families, and educators to engineering opportunities across the U.S. To show the power of this tool, we're focusing on North Carolina, where we're mapping local events and programs to show what's possible when communities are connected.
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49 critical thinking Events Found
Adult Chess Club
Join the adult chess club for some friendly games and fun! All are welcome. Adult Chess Club meets every Tuesday at 6:00 PM at the DVD tables. Recurring weekly meetings on Tuesdays: March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 2026.
Warminster Library
Free
3/4/26
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4
Adult Chess Club
Recurring
Join the adult chess club for some friendly games and fun! All are welcome. Adult Chess Club meets every Tuesday at 6:00 PM at the DVD tables. Recurring weekly meetings on Tuesdays: March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 2026.
Free
In-Person
Mar 4, 11:00 PM ET
02-11-2026
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Chess Club
Learn chess in a non-competitive environment. Beginners are welcome! Chess club is free to attend and all ages and skill levels are welcome. Boards and pieces will be provided. Participants 13 and under should plan to have a parent/guardian stay in the program with them. Presented by the Aspen Hill Library Teen Advisory Board. Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County, MD, Inc.
Aspen Hill Library
Free to attend
3/7/26
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Mar
7
Chess Club
Learn chess in a non-competitive environment. Beginners are welcome! Chess club is free to attend and all ages and skill levels are welcome. Boards and pieces will be provided. Participants 13 and under should plan to have a parent/guardian stay in the program with them. Presented by the Aspen Hill Library Teen Advisory Board. Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County, MD, Inc.
Free to attend
In-Person
Mar 7, 9:00 PM ET
Chess
Strategy
Games
Problem-Solving
Critical Thinking
Mathematics
Logic
Teen Advisory Board
Beginners Welcome
All Ages
Non-Competitive
02-11-2026
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Lego Construction (and Duplo, too!)
We supply the LEGO and Duplo bricks, and you supply the imagination! Join us in the Children's Area from 4:00pm-5:00pm for a session of building with LEGO bricks and Duplos! This hands-on program will provide children with the opportunity to use their critical thinking and problem-solving skills to achieve a result. We will provide all the materials for this program.
Long Branch Library
Free
3/7/26
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Mar
7
Lego Construction (and Duplo, too!)
We supply the LEGO and Duplo bricks, and you supply the imagination! Join us in the Children's Area from 4:00pm-5:00pm for a session of building with LEGO bricks and Duplos! This hands-on program will provide children with the opportunity to use their critical thinking and problem-solving skills to achieve a result. We will provide all the materials for this program.
Free
In-Person
Mar 7, 9:00 PM ET
Lego
Construction
Building
Problem-Solving
Critical Thinking
Engineering
Hands-On
Children
Creativity
02-13-2026
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Chess at Rockville Memorial Library
The Rockville Chess Club will host MCPS Chess League and Open Play from 2:00pm to 5:50pm. Chess Viewing- 1:00 pm - 5:50 pm. Play in Rated Tournament/Ladder Game (1 Game), with a time control of G/120. - Must be USCF member. MCPS Chess League (Open to all MCPS students) - 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Open Play (Open to all) - 4:00 pm - 5:50 pm. Players of all skill levels are welcomed, beginners to masters, and all age ranges.
Rockville Memorial Library - Adult Programming Room
Free
3/8/26
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Mar
8
Chess at Rockville Memorial Library
The Rockville Chess Club will host MCPS Chess League and Open Play from 2:00pm to 5:50pm. Chess Viewing- 1:00 pm - 5:50 pm. Play in Rated Tournament/Ladder Game (1 Game), with a time control of G/120. - Must be USCF member. MCPS Chess League (Open to all MCPS students) - 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Open Play (Open to all) - 4:00 pm - 5:50 pm. Players of all skill levels are welcomed, beginners to masters, and all age ranges.
Free
In-Person
Mar 8, 6:00 PM ET
02-11-2026
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Books & Rooks Chess Club - Free Chess Every Monday Night
Casual play every Monday evening 5:30-8 p.m. in the Atrium of Central Library. Free Unrated Blitz Tournament from 6-8 p.m. Chess sets and clocks provided. All ages welcome. All skill levels welcome. Would you like to gain experience playing chess? Are you already experienced but looking for another outlet for over-the-board chess? Books & Rooks Chess Club is here for you! With casual play and an unrated tournament (free and open to everyone, no USCF membership required), Monday night is chess night at Central Library!
Central Library - Atrium
Free
3/9/26
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Mar
9
Books & Rooks Chess Club - Free Chess Every Monday Night
Recurring
Casual play every Monday evening 5:30-8 p.m. in the Atrium of Central Library. Free Unrated Blitz Tournament from 6-8 p.m. Chess sets and clocks provided. All ages welcome. All skill levels welcome. Would you like to gain experience playing chess? Are you already experienced but looking for another outlet for over-the-board chess? Books & Rooks Chess Club is here for you! With casual play and an unrated tournament (free and open to everyone, no USCF membership required), Monday night is chess night at Central Library!
Free
In-Person
Mar 9, 10:30 PM ET
02-08-2026
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Media Literacy in Every Classroom Meet Up
Media literacy isn't a single lesson or subject--it's a shared responsibility. This interactive meetup invites K-12 educators and librarians to connect and collaborate on common challenges and opportunities, from navigating student safety and screen time to integrating media literacy into school culture and subject areas. Through guided roundtable prompts, we'll explore student agency, cross-role collaboration, and the tools and support needed to bring critical thinking to every classroom and library.
Courtyard Marriott
Free
3/9/26
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Mar
9
Media Literacy in Every Classroom Meet Up
Media literacy isn't a single lesson or subject--it's a shared responsibility. This interactive meetup invites K-12 educators and librarians to connect and collaborate on common challenges and opportunities, from navigating student safety and screen time to integrating media literacy into school culture and subject areas. Through guided roundtable prompts, we'll explore student agency, cross-role collaboration, and the tools and support needed to bring critical thinking to every classroom and library.
Free
In-Person
Mar 9, 6:00 PM ET
02-08-2026
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Problem-Solvers Wanted
The Westin Austin Downtown - Paramount III
Free
3/9/26
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Mar
9
Problem-Solvers Wanted
Free
In-Person
Mar 9, 4:30 PM ET
02-08-2026
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Problem-Solvers Wanted
The Westin Austin Downtown - Paramount III
Free
3/9/26
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Mar
9
Problem-Solvers Wanted
Free
In-Person
Mar 9, 4:30 PM ET
02-08-2026
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Media Literacy in Every Classroom Meet Up
Meet up focused on media literacy education in every classroom.
Courtyard Marriott
Free
3/9/26
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Mar
9
Media Literacy in Every Classroom Meet Up
Meet up focused on media literacy education in every classroom.
Free
In-Person
Mar 9, 6:00 PM ET
Media Literacy
Education
Digital Literacy
Critical Thinking
Classroom Technology
Information Literacy
02-08-2026
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Problem-Solvers Wanted
Educational presentation focused on problem-solving skills and methodologies, likely covering analytical thinking and systematic approaches to complex challenges.
The Westin Austin Downtown - Paramount III
Free
3/9/26
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Mar
9
Problem-Solvers Wanted
Educational presentation focused on problem-solving skills and methodologies, likely covering analytical thinking and systematic approaches to complex challenges.
Free
In-Person
Mar 9, 4:30 PM ET
02-08-2026
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Media Literacy in Every Classroom Meet Up
Courtyard Marriott
Free
3/9/26
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Mar
9
Media Literacy in Every Classroom Meet Up
Free
In-Person
Mar 9, 6:00 PM ET
Media Literacy
Digital Literacy
Classroom Technology
Critical Thinking
Information Literacy
Educational Technology
02-08-2026
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Problem-Solvers Wanted
The Westin Austin Downtown - Paramount III
Free
3/9/26
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Mar
9
Problem-Solvers Wanted
Free
In-Person
Mar 9, 4:30 PM ET
02-08-2026
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Teaching on the Frontier: Skills for the AI Era
The next generation of learners won't just use AI--they'll lead with it. Explore a groundbreaking classroom model preparing students for a future shaped by digital assistant and intelligent systems. Through a practical case study, learn how this approach equips learners with essential skills--critical thinking, effective prompting, and collaboration with AI agents--competencies that transcend disciplines and industries. We'll share strategies for reimagining curriculum, pedagogy, and institutional practices so educators can confidently adapt to an AI-powered world of work and learning
Austin Marriott Downtown - Waller Ballroom B
Free
3/9/26
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Mar
9
Teaching on the Frontier: Skills for the AI Era
The next generation of learners won't just use AI--they'll lead with it. Explore a groundbreaking classroom model preparing students for a future shaped by digital assistant and intelligent systems. Through a practical case study, learn how this approach equips learners with essential skills--critical thinking, effective prompting, and collaboration with AI agents--competencies that transcend disciplines and industries. We'll share strategies for reimagining curriculum, pedagogy, and institutional practices so educators can confidently adapt to an AI-powered world of work and learning
Free
In-Person
Mar 9, 9:30 PM ET
Ai
Artificial Intelligence
Education Technology
Teaching
Stem Education
Curriculum Design
Pedagogy
Digital Learning
Future Skills
Critical Thinking
02-08-2026
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University of Utah Science & Engineering Fair (USEF)
The University of Utah Science & Engineering Fair (USEF) is an annual science & engineering competition for students in grades 5-12. USEF showcases young minds from Canyons, Granite, Murray, Park City, Salt Lake, Tooele and Uintah School Districts as well as Salt Lake Catholic Diocese and all private, home school and charter schools within these boundaries. Senior division winners are eligible to compete in the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF). Registration opens January 15, 2026, project deadline is February 11, 2026, fair runs March 9-13, 2026, with awards ceremony on March 13, 2026.
University of Utah
Free for partici...
Free for participants
3/9/26
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Mar
9
University of Utah Science & Engineering Fair (USEF)
The University of Utah Science & Engineering Fair (USEF) is an annual science & engineering competition for students in grades 5-12. USEF showcases young minds from Canyons, Granite, Murray, Park City, Salt Lake, Tooele and Uintah School Districts as well as Salt Lake Catholic Diocese and all private, home school and charter schools within these boundaries. Senior division winners are eligible to compete in the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF). Registration opens January 15, 2026, project deadline is February 11, 2026, fair runs March 9-13, 2026, with awards ceremony on March 13, 2026.
Free for partici...
Free for participants
In-Person
Mar 9, 2026
Science Fair
Engineering Competition
Stem Education
Student Research
Utah
Grades 5-12
Regeneron Isef
Scientific Discovery
Critical Thinking
Communication Skills
02-11-2026
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Mentor: George Hademenos
Talk To Me About: Advice and strategies to address instructionally-related questions or issues experienced in the STEM classroom; Activities and materials on the implementation of project-based learning aligned with curricular standards; Resources and an interactive library of tools and web-based applications of the 4 Cs (critical thinking and problem solving, creativity and innovation, collaboration, and communication) of the 21st Century Learning Skills; Share experiences with global education, offering teachers an opportunity to extend learning beyond the four walls of a classroom to the four corners of the globe
Austin Marriott Downtown - Room 602
Free
3/11/26
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Mar
11
Mentor: George Hademenos
Talk To Me About: Advice and strategies to address instructionally-related questions or issues experienced in the STEM classroom; Activities and materials on the implementation of project-based learning aligned with curricular standards; Resources and an interactive library of tools and web-based applications of the 4 Cs (critical thinking and problem solving, creativity and innovation, collaboration, and communication) of the 21st Century Learning Skills; Share experiences with global education, offering teachers an opportunity to extend learning beyond the four walls of a classroom to the four corners of the globe
Free
In-Person
Mar 11, 11:00 PM ET
Physics
Stem Education
Mentoring
Project-Based Learning
21St Century Skills
Global Education
Critical Thinking
Collaboration
Communication
Classroom Instruction
02-08-2026
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Game Day - STEAM Club
STEAM Club game day activities in the Teen Room.
Norman Mayer Library
Free
3/11/26
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Mar
11
Game Day - STEAM Club
STEAM Club game day activities in the Teen Room.
Free
In-Person
Mar 11, 11:00 PM ET
02-14-2026
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Socrates Cafe
Join us for Socrates Cafe, a discussion of philosophical and non-philosophical issues of importance to our society. Topic is determined by vote the day of the discussion. Past discussions have included: Do we have free will? Can we have world peace? Do prisons deter crime? What is reality?
Davis Library
Free
3/14/26
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Mar
14
Socrates Cafe
Join us for Socrates Cafe, a discussion of philosophical and non-philosophical issues of importance to our society. Topic is determined by vote the day of the discussion. Past discussions have included: Do we have free will? Can we have world peace? Do prisons deter crime? What is reality?
Free
In-Person
Mar 14, 9:00 PM ET
02-15-2026
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Adult Chess Club
Join the adult chess club for some friendly games and fun! All are welcome. Adult Chess Club meets every Tuesday at 6:00 PM at the DVD tables. Additional dates include March 24, 2026 and March 31, 2026.
Warminster Library - DVD tables
Free
3/17/26
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Mar
17
Adult Chess Club
Recurring
Join the adult chess club for some friendly games and fun! All are welcome. Adult Chess Club meets every Tuesday at 6:00 PM at the DVD tables. Additional dates include March 24, 2026 and March 31, 2026.
Free
In-Person
Mar 17, 11:00 PM ET
02-13-2026
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Adult Chess Club
Join the adult chess club for some friendly games and fun! All are welcome. Adult Chess Club meets every Tuesday at 6:00 PM at the DVD tables.
Warminster Library
Free
3/24/26
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Mar
24
Adult Chess Club
Recurring
Join the adult chess club for some friendly games and fun! All are welcome. Adult Chess Club meets every Tuesday at 6:00 PM at the DVD tables.
Free
In-Person
Mar 24, 11:00 PM ET
02-13-2026
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Beat the Buzzer! A Sports-Themed Escape Room In-Person
Work collaboratively to decode a sequence of sports-themed puzzles and achieve victory before the buzzer sounds! This program is recommended for ages 7 and up. Two games will run concurrently, and participants may be grouped together with a maximum of 10 players per game. Please note: Space is limited, and pre-registration is required for each participant attending this program.
Alvin Sherman Library: First Floor, Program Room 1017
Free
3/31/26
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Mar
31
Beat the Buzzer! A Sports-Themed Escape Room In-Person
Work collaboratively to decode a sequence of sports-themed puzzles and achieve victory before the buzzer sounds! This program is recommended for ages 7 and up. Two games will run concurrently, and participants may be grouped together with a maximum of 10 players per game. Please note: Space is limited, and pre-registration is required for each participant attending this program.
Free
In-Person
Mar 31, 9:00 PM ET
Escape Room
Sports
Puzzles
Problem Solving
Teamwork
Collaboration
Stem Games
Logical Thinking
Critical Thinking
02-14-2026
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Spring into STEM Lab
Celebrate the arrival of spring with Spring STEM Lab, an all-day, hands-on STEM camp for students ages 4-13. From April 2nd to April 10th, young innovators will explore the wonders of the natural world, design and build creative projects, and engage in coding, robotics, and environmental science activities. Each day features a new theme that inspires curiosity, problem-solving, and collaboration. Students will grow their skills through project-based, student-centered lessons that blend science, technology, engineering, and math with creativity and fun. Activities include designing eco-friendly habitats, building circuits and robots, experimenting with chemistry, coding games and animations, and engineering inventive solutions for real-world challenges. By the end of the camp, participants will have gained practical STEM skills, strengthened their critical thinking and teamwork abilities, and discovered how they can use innovation to make a positive impact in their community. Classes are nonrefundable, but rescheduling is available for missed classes.
STEM Kids Harlem
Financial Aid av...
Financial Aid available
4/2/26
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Apr
2
Spring into STEM Lab
Celebrate the arrival of spring with Spring STEM Lab, an all-day, hands-on STEM camp for students ages 4-13. From April 2nd to April 10th, young innovators will explore the wonders of the natural world, design and build creative projects, and engage in coding, robotics, and environmental science activities. Each day features a new theme that inspires curiosity, problem-solving, and collaboration. Students will grow their skills through project-based, student-centered lessons that blend science, technology, engineering, and math with creativity and fun. Activities include designing eco-friendly habitats, building circuits and robots, experimenting with chemistry, coding games and animations, and engineering inventive solutions for real-world challenges. By the end of the camp, participants will have gained practical STEM skills, strengthened their critical thinking and teamwork abilities, and discovered how they can use innovation to make a positive impact in their community. Classes are nonrefundable, but rescheduling is available for missed classes.
Financial Aid av...
Financial Aid available
In-Person
Apr 2, 1:00 PM ET
Stem
Coding
Robotics
Environmental Science
Chemistry
Engineering
Hands-On Learning
Project-Based Learning
Spring Break Camp
Innovation
Critical Thinking
Teamwork
02-11-2026
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Online Enrichment Courses - Spring Session
6-week online enrichment courses for grades 3-8. Flexibly-paced curriculum with weekly requirements. Students spend 2-5 hours per week on course activities. Courses include two live online class sessions. Available subjects include Math, Science, Technology and Engineering, English and Language Arts, Social Science and Humanities, and Leadership courses.
Center for Talent Development (CTD) - Online
$575.00 - Tuitio...
$575.00 - Tuition increases by $25 after the Early Bird Deadline. Financial aid available for qualified students.
4/8/26
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Apr
8
Online Enrichment Courses - Spring Session
6-week online enrichment courses for grades 3-8. Flexibly-paced curriculum with weekly requirements. Students spend 2-5 hours per week on course activities. Courses include two live online class sessions. Available subjects include Math, Science, Technology and Engineering, English and Language Arts, Social Science and Humanities, and Leadership courses.
$575.00 - Tuitio...
$575.00 - Tuition increases by $25 after the Early Bird Deadline. Financial aid available for qualified students.
Virtual
Apr 8, 6:00 AM ET
Online Learning
Enrichment
Stem Education
Mathematics
Science
Technology
Engineering
Gifted Education
Critical Thinking
Northwestern University
02-12-2026
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Colorado Science & Engineering Fair
The Colorado State Science Fair, Inc. provides a dynamic platform through the Colorado Science and Engineering Fair, to honor students' excellence in science, technology, engineering and mathematics; providing opportunities for students from all regions of the state to create and showcase their research in settings that nurture interest in science and technology. CSEF promotes critical thinking, professional skills, high ethical standards, and life-long learning in an environment of accessibility by all students. Activities include exhibit hall presentations, student registration, judging interviews, and awards ceremonies.
Colorado State University
Free
4/9/26
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Apr
9
Colorado Science & Engineering Fair
The Colorado State Science Fair, Inc. provides a dynamic platform through the Colorado Science and Engineering Fair, to honor students' excellence in science, technology, engineering and mathematics; providing opportunities for students from all regions of the state to create and showcase their research in settings that nurture interest in science and technology. CSEF promotes critical thinking, professional skills, high ethical standards, and life-long learning in an environment of accessibility by all students. Activities include exhibit hall presentations, student registration, judging interviews, and awards ceremonies.
Free
In-Person
Apr 9, 2026
Science Fair
Engineering
Stem Competition
Research Projects
Student Showcase
Colorado
University
Judging
Awards
Critical Thinking
Technology
Mathematics
Sourced:
https://csef.natsci.colostate.edu/
01-18-2026
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Summer STEM - Session 1
Summer STEM at the Naval Academy is a vibrant week of problem solving, exploratory learning, critical thinking, and team building for rising 9th-11th graders interested in a future in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. Session runs Monday to Saturday: June 1 - 6, 2026.
United States Naval Academy
Free
6/1/26
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Jun
1
Summer STEM - Session 1
Summer STEM at the Naval Academy is a vibrant week of problem solving, exploratory learning, critical thinking, and team building for rising 9th-11th graders interested in a future in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. Session runs Monday to Saturday: June 1 - 6, 2026.
Free
In-Person
Jun 1, 2026
Stem
Science
Technology
Engineering
Mathematics
Problem Solving
Critical Thinking
Team Building
Naval Academy
Summer Camp
01-19-2026
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Summer STEM - Session 2
Summer STEM at the Naval Academy is a vibrant week of problem solving, exploratory learning, critical thinking, and team building for rising 9th-11th graders interested in a future in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. Session runs Monday to Saturday: June 8 - 13, 2026.
United States Naval Academy
Free
6/8/26
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Jun
8
Summer STEM - Session 2
Summer STEM at the Naval Academy is a vibrant week of problem solving, exploratory learning, critical thinking, and team building for rising 9th-11th graders interested in a future in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. Session runs Monday to Saturday: June 8 - 13, 2026.
Free
In-Person
Jun 8, 2026
Stem
Science
Technology
Engineering
Mathematics
Problem Solving
Critical Thinking
Team Building
Naval Academy
Summer Camp
01-19-2026
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