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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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8 disabilities Events Found

Mar 9

Competitive Integrated Employment - Free Self-Paced Online Course

This free, self-paced online course is designed for North Carolina parents, caregivers, and professionals. The course focuses on Competitive Integrated Employment to help youth with disabilities build independence, gain job skills, and become active community members. Participants will learn how youth can work in the community, earn minimum wage or higher, and build a future after high school. The training covers benefits of working, addresses common fears and myths, and shares practical ways to remove barriers to getting and keeping a job. Even students with significant disabilities can succeed at work with the right supports. Training is accessible for 3 weeks from March 9-April 6, 2026. Certification of completion for 2 hours will be provided to participants who complete the training.
Online
Free
3/9/26
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Mar 18

Sensory Friendly Playtime

Join us for an event exclusively for kids with disabilities and their families to experience Marbles in a calmer, quieter environment. Partner organizations will be on-site along with other accommodations to assist with your visit to Marbles. Prior to Sensory Friendly Playtime in the museum, guests can enjoy a free Lights Up, Sound Down movie in Marbles IMAX at 5pm: Into America's Wild.
Marbles Kids Museum
Free event
3/18/26
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Apr 15

Sensory Friendly Playtime

Join us for an event exclusively for kids with disabilities and their families to experience Marbles in a calmer, quieter environment. Partner organizations will be on-site along with other accommodations to assist with your visit to Marbles. Prior to Sensory Friendly Playtime in the museum, guests can enjoy a free Lights Up, Sound Down movie in Marbles IMAX at 5pm: Born To Be Wild.
Marbles Kids Museum
Free event
4/15/26
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Apr 18

Reach for the Stars! Be A Star! STEM Fair

A STEM and Resource Fair for Middle and High School Students with Disabilities, and their Families and Friends, to learn about how to use their many abilities and talents to be part of a diverse, inclusive, and innovative STEM Workforce. It will include Hands-On STEM Activities, STEM Educational and Career Pathways, STEM Content, Skills and Research, STEM Professionals with Disabilities and Community Resources.
McKimmon Center
Free
4/18/26
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Apr 25

RAD Games

Cosumnes CSD's (RAD) Recreation Adventure program is hosting this free event to provide an opportunity for kids and adults with disabilities to try a variety of sports and fun activities. This will be a fun and safe event for all. All ages and abilities welcome. Minors must be chaperoned by an onsite guardian or companion. Athletic clothing and swimwear recommended. Pre-registration is encouraged as supplies are limited. Registration available online, in person at customer service locations, or by phone.
Wackford Community & Aquatic Complex
Free event
4/25/26
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May 13

Sensory Friendly Playtime

Join us for an event exclusively for kids with disabilities and their families to experience Marbles in a calmer, quieter environment. Partner organizations will be on-site along with other accommodations to assist with your visit to Marbles. Prior to Sensory Friendly Playtime in the museum, guests can enjoy a free Lights Up, Sound Down movie in Marbles IMAX at 5pm: Pandas.
Marbles Kids Museum
Free event
5/13/26
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Jun 1

Catalyst STEM Program

Year-long STEM program (June 2026 - June 2027) for high school students with disabilities. Includes hands-on labs, paid STEM internships, certification opportunities, Life 101 skills, field study trips, college and workforce readiness, case management and transition planning. Multi-year participation encouraged. Week-long summer session plus Saturday sessions during school year. Partnerships with NC State, Wake Tech, NC Museum of Natural Sciences, NASA, EPA, and industry partners like ABB, Thermo Fisher, and Lenovo.
North Carolina State University
Free - funded by...
6/1/26
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Aug 3

EX.I.T.E. Camp - Exploring interests in technology and engineering

A free summer camp for Minnesota middle school girls and gender expansive youth with disabilities to explore the fields of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) through fun, supportive, and hands-on learning. Camp runs from August 3-7, 2026, with an intro session on August 4 and concludes with a Munch and Mingle event. Camp is currently full for August 2026. Complete online interest form to apply.
PACER office
Free summer camp
8/3/26
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