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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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182 middle school Events Found
Homework Help
Homework help is available every week on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. Students must have an assignment to complete and elementary-level students must have a parent/guardian accompany and remain with them. This is a recurring program that meets multiple times per week.
Lecates Meeting Room, Delmar Public Library
Free
3/4/26
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4
Homework Help
Recurring
Homework help is available every week on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. Students must have an assignment to complete and elementary-level students must have a parent/guardian accompany and remain with them. This is a recurring program that meets multiple times per week.
Free
In-Person
Mar 4, 8:30 PM ET
Homework
Tutoring
Academic Support
Education
Study Help
Math
Science
Elementary
Middle School
High School
02-11-2026
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Arkansas State MATHCOUNTS Competition
Arkansas State Competition for MATHCOUNTS. Winners will represent Arkansas at the national competition in Washington, DC in May 2024.
UA Little Rock campus
Free
3/6/26
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6
Arkansas State MATHCOUNTS Competition
Arkansas State Competition for MATHCOUNTS. Winners will represent Arkansas at the national competition in Washington, DC in May 2024.
Free
In-Person
Mar 6, 2026
01-18-2026
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Arkansas State MATHCOUNTS Competition
State-level MATHCOUNTS competition. Winners will represent Arkansas at the national competition in Washington, DC in May 2024.
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Free
3/6/26
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6
Arkansas State MATHCOUNTS Competition
State-level MATHCOUNTS competition. Winners will represent Arkansas at the national competition in Washington, DC in May 2024.
Free
In-Person
Mar 6, 2026
02-08-2026
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FarmBeats for Students: Precision Agriculture Train-the-Trainer Academy
ASTA is excited to host a two-day Train-the-Trainer Academy that prepares educators to implement and scale FarmBeats for Students in middle school science, agriculture, and computer science classrooms. Participants will work hands-on with FarmBeats kits and curriculum to explore sensors, data analysis, and AI through real-world agricultural applications. No prior technical experience is required. Educators will receive a training kit and resources to support classroom use and peer training. Lunch will be provided. Two-day event: Friday, March 6 & Saturday, March 7, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM. 12 PD hours available.
Pinal County School Office
$50.00 - $50 AST...
$50.00 - $50 ASTA Members; $70 Non-ASTA Members
3/6/26
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Mar
6
FarmBeats for Students: Precision Agriculture Train-the-Trainer Academy
ASTA is excited to host a two-day Train-the-Trainer Academy that prepares educators to implement and scale FarmBeats for Students in middle school science, agriculture, and computer science classrooms. Participants will work hands-on with FarmBeats kits and curriculum to explore sensors, data analysis, and AI through real-world agricultural applications. No prior technical experience is required. Educators will receive a training kit and resources to support classroom use and peer training. Lunch will be provided. Two-day event: Friday, March 6 & Saturday, March 7, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM. 12 PD hours available.
$50.00 - $50 AST...
$50.00 - $50 ASTA Members; $70 Non-ASTA Members
In-Person
Mar 6, 5:30 PM ET
Agriculture
Precision Agriculture
Sensors
Data Analysis
Ai
Artificial Intelligence
Computer Science
Stem Education
Professional Development
Teacher Training
Middle School
Farmbeats
Microsoft
Hands-On Learning
02-08-2026
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ELA Extravaganza
The ELA Extravaganza is a reimagined version of Villa's Spelling Bee, celebrating literacy for 6th and 7th grade girls. Led by Villa's English faculty and students, participants engage in hands-on ELA sessions highlighting collaboration, creativity, and the joy of language. Event runs from 8:15 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. with parent ceremony at 11:00 a.m. Schools can send up to 5 students (all female). Requires both school registration and individual student participation agreements.
Villa Joseph Marie High School
Free - Light sna...
Free - Light snacks provided
3/6/26
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Mar
6
ELA Extravaganza
The ELA Extravaganza is a reimagined version of Villa's Spelling Bee, celebrating literacy for 6th and 7th grade girls. Led by Villa's English faculty and students, participants engage in hands-on ELA sessions highlighting collaboration, creativity, and the joy of language. Event runs from 8:15 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. with parent ceremony at 11:00 a.m. Schools can send up to 5 students (all female). Requires both school registration and individual student participation agreements.
Free - Light sna...
Free - Light snacks provided
In-Person
Mar 6, 1:15 PM ET
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Literacy
English
Language Arts
Spelling
Collaboration
Creativity
Middle School
Girls Education
Academic Competition
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https://vjmhs.org/events/ela
02-08-2026
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Middle School Engineering Showdown
Engineering competition for middle school students
Holmes Hall, UHM
Free
3/6/26
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Mar
6
Middle School Engineering Showdown
Engineering competition for middle school students
Free
In-Person
Mar 7, 12:00 AM ET
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https://eng.hawaii.edu/
02-11-2026
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OLSD Pen Pals Art Exhibit - Opening Celebration
Celebrate artwork created collaboratively by Olentangy Local School District students of all ages! The Pen Pals art exhibit features art created collaboratively across the school year by elementary, middle, and high school students. Come by to celebrate their creative works and show appreciation for our budding young artists. Refreshments will be provided, and the Friends of the Delaware County District Library will open their doors for a Book Sale in conjunction with the opening night celebration. The exhibit will be available to view throughout the month.
Liberty Branch Library - Liberty Learning Stairs
Free
3/6/26
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Mar
6
OLSD Pen Pals Art Exhibit - Opening Celebration
Celebrate artwork created collaboratively by Olentangy Local School District students of all ages! The Pen Pals art exhibit features art created collaboratively across the school year by elementary, middle, and high school students. Come by to celebrate their creative works and show appreciation for our budding young artists. Refreshments will be provided, and the Friends of the Delaware County District Library will open their doors for a Book Sale in conjunction with the opening night celebration. The exhibit will be available to view throughout the month.
Free
In-Person
Mar 6, 12:00 AM ET
Art
Exhibit
Students
Education
Collaborative
School District
Creativity
Steam
Interdisciplinary
K-12
Elementary
Middle School
High School
02-11-2026
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Missouri State MATHCOUNTS Competition
State-level MATHCOUNTS competition for middle school students in Missouri.
Virtual
Free
3/7/26
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Mar
7
Missouri State MATHCOUNTS Competition
State-level MATHCOUNTS competition for middle school students in Missouri.
Free
In-Person
Mar 7, 2026
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https://mspe.org/event-6157770
01-16-2026
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MATHCOUNTS State Competition
MATHCOUNTS State Competition for Texas. Students who advance from chapter competitions compete at this level for a chance to advance to the national competition and compete for scholarships.
Virtual
Free
3/7/26
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Mar
7
MATHCOUNTS State Competition
MATHCOUNTS State Competition for Texas. Students who advance from chapter competitions compete at this level for a chance to advance to the national competition and compete for scholarships.
Free
In-Person
Mar 7, 7:00 PM ET
Mathematics
Competition
Middle School
Mathcounts
State Level
Scholarship Opportunity
Advancement Competition
01-16-2026
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Enhancing Your Future with Mathematics & Science (EYF)
Every year, 220 students in grades 6-8 from the state of Kansas come to Emporia State University to take part in Enhancing Your Future With Mathematics and Science. This STEM outreach program is held every year on the first Saturday in March. During the day, students participate in career discussions and hands-on workshops led by professionals in science and mathematics careers. Students hear presentations from two speakers, one at the opening ceremony and the other after the luncheon. All participants receive an Enhancing Your Future t-shirt designed specifically for the conference at the end of the day. Parents and teachers are encouraged to attend this event as well. The concurrent adult program includes separate sessions with a focus on learning strategies for encouraging students to pursue careers in science and mathematics, as well as observation of the hands-on workshops.
Emporia State University Campus
$35.00 - Student...
$35.00 - Students-$35, Adults-$40
3/7/26
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Mar
7
Enhancing Your Future with Mathematics & Science (EYF)
Every year, 220 students in grades 6-8 from the state of Kansas come to Emporia State University to take part in Enhancing Your Future With Mathematics and Science. This STEM outreach program is held every year on the first Saturday in March. During the day, students participate in career discussions and hands-on workshops led by professionals in science and mathematics careers. Students hear presentations from two speakers, one at the opening ceremony and the other after the luncheon. All participants receive an Enhancing Your Future t-shirt designed specifically for the conference at the end of the day. Parents and teachers are encouraged to attend this event as well. The concurrent adult program includes separate sessions with a focus on learning strategies for encouraging students to pursue careers in science and mathematics, as well as observation of the hands-on workshops.
$35.00 - Student...
$35.00 - Students-$35, Adults-$40
In-Person
Mar 7, 2026
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West Virginia Science Olympiad 2026
The West Virginia Science Olympiad is an interscholastic competition for students in grades 6th-12th. Teams compete in various science events at Regional, State and National levels. WV winning teams qualify to compete in the National Tournament. Parents can organize teams with a teacher liaison, homeschooled teams are welcome, and out-of-state teams may attend for practice.
Marshall University
Free
3/7/26
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Mar
7
West Virginia Science Olympiad 2026
The West Virginia Science Olympiad is an interscholastic competition for students in grades 6th-12th. Teams compete in various science events at Regional, State and National levels. WV winning teams qualify to compete in the National Tournament. Parents can organize teams with a teacher liaison, homeschooled teams are welcome, and out-of-state teams may attend for practice.
Free
In-Person
Mar 7, 2026
Science Olympiad
Competition
Stem
Interscholastic
Regional
State
National
Middle School
High School
Science Education
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https://marshall.edu/scienceolympiad
01-18-2026
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Engineering Olympics: Junior Division
The Engineering Olympics is designed to introduce students to engineering through competitive team events and exercises. All participating schools receive all materials necessary to compete at no charge. For grades 6th-8th.
UA Little Rock
$5.00 - $5 per s...
$5.00 - $5 per student participation fee
3/7/26
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Mar
7
Engineering Olympics: Junior Division
The Engineering Olympics is designed to introduce students to engineering through competitive team events and exercises. All participating schools receive all materials necessary to compete at no charge. For grades 6th-8th.
$5.00 - $5 per s...
$5.00 - $5 per student participation fee
In-Person
Mar 7, 2026
01-18-2026
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West Regional Tournament
West Regional Tournament for Science Olympiad Division B (middle school) and Division C (high school) teams
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Free
3/7/26
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Mar
7
West Regional Tournament
West Regional Tournament for Science Olympiad Division B (middle school) and Division C (high school) teams
Free
In-Person
Mar 7, 2026
Sourced:
https://scilympiad.com/ok
01-20-2026
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Engineering Olympics - Junior Division (grades 6th-8th)
Designed to introduce students to engineering through competitive team events and exercises. All participating schools receive all materials necessary to compete at no charge. Registration is now open.
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
$5.00 - $5 per s...
$5.00 - $5 per student to participate
3/7/26
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Mar
7
Engineering Olympics - Junior Division (grades 6th-8th)
Designed to introduce students to engineering through competitive team events and exercises. All participating schools receive all materials necessary to compete at no charge. Registration is now open.
$5.00 - $5 per s...
$5.00 - $5 per student to participate
In-Person
Mar 7, 2026
02-08-2026
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West Virginia Science and Engineering Fair (WVSEF)
The West Virginia Science and Engineering Fair (WVSEF) serves as an entry point for WV high school students to qualify for the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF). Middle school students can qualify for the Thermo Fisher Scientific Junior Innovators Challenge and the Lemelson Early Inventor Prize. Schedule: 8:00 a.m. Project Setup, 9:30 a.m. Opening Assembly, 10:00 a.m. Judging begins, 4:30 p.m. Public Viewing, 5:30 p.m. Awards Ceremony.
Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center
Free
3/9/26
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Mar
9
West Virginia Science and Engineering Fair (WVSEF)
The West Virginia Science and Engineering Fair (WVSEF) serves as an entry point for WV high school students to qualify for the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF). Middle school students can qualify for the Thermo Fisher Scientific Junior Innovators Challenge and the Lemelson Early Inventor Prize. Schedule: 8:00 a.m. Project Setup, 9:30 a.m. Opening Assembly, 10:00 a.m. Judging begins, 4:30 p.m. Public Viewing, 5:30 p.m. Awards Ceremony.
Free
In-Person
Mar 9, 1:00 PM ET
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AQ-IQ Air Quality Contest for Seventh Grade Students
The annual North Carolina AQ-IQ Contest for seventh grade combines S.T.E.A.M. education and project-based learning with student creativity to teach air pollution science to students across the state. Students create projects that educate others about an air quality challenge and provide solutions. Projects can be artistic, online/interactive, posters, or videos. Special topic categories for 2025-2026 include Open Burning, Celebrating Ten Years of Success, and Adventures of the Air Avenger. Best projects in each of seven regions will be selected in early May and invited to the Air Expo and AQ-IQ Recognition Ceremony in July 2026. Open to all seventh-grade students in North Carolina including home, charter, and private schools. Students can work in groups of up to four.
North Carolina (Statewide)
Free
3/9/26
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Mar
9
AQ-IQ Air Quality Contest for Seventh Grade Students
The annual North Carolina AQ-IQ Contest for seventh grade combines S.T.E.A.M. education and project-based learning with student creativity to teach air pollution science to students across the state. Students create projects that educate others about an air quality challenge and provide solutions. Projects can be artistic, online/interactive, posters, or videos. Special topic categories for 2025-2026 include Open Burning, Celebrating Ten Years of Success, and Adventures of the Air Avenger. Best projects in each of seven regions will be selected in early May and invited to the Air Expo and AQ-IQ Recognition Ceremony in July 2026. Open to all seventh-grade students in North Carolina including home, charter, and private schools. Students can work in groups of up to four.
Free
Hybrid
Mar 9, 2026
Air Quality
Environmental Science
Steam Education
Project-Based Learning
Atmospheric Science
Pollution
Climate Change
North Carolina
Middle School
Seventh Grade
Student Competition
Environmental Education
Sustainability
Scientific Research
Creative Projects
01-19-2026
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Mentor Session: Karen Whitney LaVohn
Talk to Me About: - Designing creative activities to supplement the curriculum and engage diverse learners - Creating interactive notes for content (plus the 'In My Own Words' supplement) - Organizing & planning teaching units (scaffolding content)
Hilton Austin Downtown - Room 410
Free
3/10/26
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Mar
10
Mentor Session: Karen Whitney LaVohn
Talk to Me About: - Designing creative activities to supplement the curriculum and engage diverse learners - Creating interactive notes for content (plus the 'In My Own Words' supplement) - Organizing & planning teaching units (scaffolding content)
Free
In-Person
Mar 10, 4:00 PM ET
Mathematics
Teaching
Curriculum Design
Middle School
Educational Methods
Mentor Session
Sxsw
Interactive Learning
02-08-2026
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Science Social: Middle School Edition
Emerald Coast Science Center
Free
3/10/26
URL Copied Successfully
Mar
10
Science Social: Middle School Edition
Free
In-Person
Mar 10, 11:30 PM ET
Sourced:
https://ecscience.org/events
02-10-2026
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Ozark Chapter Model Bridge Contest
The 37th Annual Model Bridge Contest for area students, held in conjunction with the Ozark Science and Engineering Fair. Contest features Middle School (grades 4-8) and High School (grades 9-12) divisions. Top three finishers in each division receive framed certificates and cash prizes. Top two High School finishers are eligible to compete in the International Bridge Contest in Chicago, Illinois on April 25th. Bridge kits can be ordered through the Missouri Society of Professional Engineers website.
Christopher S. Bond Learning Center at the MSU Darr Agricultural Center
Cash prizes awar...
Cash prizes awarded to top finishers
3/11/26
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Mar
11
Ozark Chapter Model Bridge Contest
The 37th Annual Model Bridge Contest for area students, held in conjunction with the Ozark Science and Engineering Fair. Contest features Middle School (grades 4-8) and High School (grades 9-12) divisions. Top three finishers in each division receive framed certificates and cash prizes. Top two High School finishers are eligible to compete in the International Bridge Contest in Chicago, Illinois on April 25th. Bridge kits can be ordered through the Missouri Society of Professional Engineers website.
Cash prizes awar...
Cash prizes awarded to top finishers
In-Person
Mar 11, 2026
Engineering
Bridge Building
Stem Competition
Model Bridge
Structural Engineering
Middle School
High School
Science Fair
Professional Engineers
Missouri
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https://mspe.org/event-6469806
01-16-2026
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Robotics Engineering Design Program
This program offers students the perfect introduction to robotics as they learn and apply engineering design principles to build over 40 robots including a Line Tracer, Avoider, Battle Robot, Soccer Robot, and more. Each lesson builds on the next and uses problem-solving and experiential learning to teach students how to program and control their own robots! This event is closed to the public. Additional dates: March 25, 2026; April 16, 2026; April 30, 2026 - all from 11:30 am to 1 pm.
Dr. William H. Bob Bailey Middle School
Free
3/11/26
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Mar
11
Robotics Engineering Design Program
This program offers students the perfect introduction to robotics as they learn and apply engineering design principles to build over 40 robots including a Line Tracer, Avoider, Battle Robot, Soccer Robot, and more. Each lesson builds on the next and uses problem-solving and experiential learning to teach students how to program and control their own robots! This event is closed to the public. Additional dates: March 25, 2026; April 16, 2026; April 30, 2026 - all from 11:30 am to 1 pm.
Free
In-Person
Mar 11, 10:30 PM ET
Robotics
Engineering
Programming
Stem Education
4-H
Middle School
Hands-On Learning
Problem-Solving
Design Principles
02-13-2026
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Building for the Future: Igniting Middle Schoolers' Interest in Skilled Trades & Future-Ready Skills
Ignite middle schoolers' interest in skilled trades with hands-on learning and real-world projects that build future-ready skills. Content provided by Project Lead The Way.
Virtual Webinar
Free
3/12/26
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Mar
12
Building for the Future: Igniting Middle Schoolers' Interest in Skilled Trades & Future-Ready Skills
Ignite middle schoolers' interest in skilled trades with hands-on learning and real-world projects that build future-ready skills. Content provided by Project Lead The Way.
Free
Virtual
Mar 12, 7:00 PM ET
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Reigniting STEM Interest: A 7,700-Student Study
In an era of global challenges--from clean water to AI ethics--we need an avalanche of young innovators, yet STEM interest drops during the middle-to-high school transition. A 7,700-student study reveals 6 levers that raise engagement: meaningful experiences, parent influence, unlocking girls' participation, courage/agency, clear career images, and reframing difficulty. Take away a shared language, tested patterns, and next steps for applying them through Activation → Identity → Career.
Austin Marriott Downtown - Waller Ballroom B
Free
3/12/26
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Mar
12
Reigniting STEM Interest: A 7,700-Student Study
In an era of global challenges--from clean water to AI ethics--we need an avalanche of young innovators, yet STEM interest drops during the middle-to-high school transition. A 7,700-student study reveals 6 levers that raise engagement: meaningful experiences, parent influence, unlocking girls' participation, courage/agency, clear career images, and reframing difficulty. Take away a shared language, tested patterns, and next steps for applying them through Activation → Identity → Career.
Free
In-Person
Mar 12, 9:30 PM ET
Stem Education
Student Engagement
Career Development
Research Study
Middle School
High School
Innovation
Sxsw
Conference
Presentation
02-08-2026
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Building for the Future: Igniting Middle Schoolers' Interest in Skilled Trades & Future-Ready Skills
Ignite middle schoolers' interest in skilled trades with hands-on learning and real-world projects that build future-ready skills. Content provided by Project Lead The Way.
Online
Free
3/12/26
URL Copied Successfully
Mar
12
Building for the Future: Igniting Middle Schoolers' Interest in Skilled Trades & Future-Ready Skills
Ignite middle schoolers' interest in skilled trades with hands-on learning and real-world projects that build future-ready skills. Content provided by Project Lead The Way.
Free
Virtual
Mar 12, 7:00 PM ET
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Building for the Future: Igniting Middle Schoolers' Interest in Skilled Trades & Future-Ready Skills
Webinar focused on igniting middle schoolers' interest in skilled trades with hands-on learning and real-world projects that build future-ready skills. Content provided by Project Lead The Way.
Virtual Event
Free
3/12/26
URL Copied Successfully
Mar
12
Building for the Future: Igniting Middle Schoolers' Interest in Skilled Trades & Future-Ready Skills
Webinar focused on igniting middle schoolers' interest in skilled trades with hands-on learning and real-world projects that build future-ready skills. Content provided by Project Lead The Way.
Free
Virtual
Mar 12, 7:00 PM ET
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Homework Help
Does your student need help with homework? Homework help is available every week on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. Students must have an assignment to complete and elementary-level students must have a parent/guardian accompany and remain with them. This is a recurring program that meets multiple times per week.
Lecates Meeting Room, Delmar Public Library
Free
3/12/26
URL Copied Successfully
Mar
12
Homework Help
Recurring
Does your student need help with homework? Homework help is available every week on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. Students must have an assignment to complete and elementary-level students must have a parent/guardian accompany and remain with them. This is a recurring program that meets multiple times per week.
Free
In-Person
Mar 12, 9:30 PM ET
Homework
Tutoring
Academic Support
Education
Study Help
Math Help
Science Help
Elementary
Middle School
High School
02-13-2026
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