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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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54 project-based learning Events Found
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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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: Carl Spetzler
Talk to Me About: Experiential education, Decision skills, Restorative practices, Project-based learning. Please note that programming descriptions are generated by participants and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of SXSW.
Austin Marriott Downtown - Room 602
Free
3/9/26
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Mar
9
Mentor Session: Carl Spetzler
Talk to Me About: Experiential education, Decision skills, Restorative practices, Project-based learning. Please note that programming descriptions are generated by participants and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of SXSW.
Free
In-Person
Mar 9, 4:00 PM ET
02-08-2026
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Creative AI-Powered Lessons with Minecraft Education
In this hands on workshop, K12 educators will discover new AI-powered tools to level up their lesson planning and create game-changing learning experiences. Explore AI supported planning strategies for STEM, ELA, and project-based learning, then prototype your own lessons to bring learning to life in Minecraft. Attendees will leave with adaptable lesson drafts and classroom-ready methods, inspired by the possibilities of play! Presented by Microsoft Learning Worldwide.
Austin Marriott Downtown - Room 604-605
Free
3/9/26
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Mar
9
Creative AI-Powered Lessons with Minecraft Education
In this hands on workshop, K12 educators will discover new AI-powered tools to level up their lesson planning and create game-changing learning experiences. Explore AI supported planning strategies for STEM, ELA, and project-based learning, then prototype your own lessons to bring learning to life in Minecraft. Attendees will leave with adaptable lesson drafts and classroom-ready methods, inspired by the possibilities of play! Presented by Microsoft Learning Worldwide.
Free
In-Person
Mar 9, 9:00 PM ET
Ai
Artificial Intelligence
Minecraft
Education
K-12
Stem
Lesson Planning
Workshop
Hands-On
Educational Technology
Game-Based Learning
Microsoft
Teachers
Educators
Project-Based Learning
02-09-2026
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Mentor Session: Sarah DiMaria
This is a mentoring session focused on Project-Based Learning & Instructional Design, Instructional Coaching & Teacher Leadership, Equitable Classroom Systems & Belonging, and Mentoring Across Contexts & Systems. Part of SXSW programming.
Hilton Austin Downtown - Room 410
Free
3/11/26
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Mar
11
Mentor Session: Sarah DiMaria
This is a mentoring session focused on Project-Based Learning & Instructional Design, Instructional Coaching & Teacher Leadership, Equitable Classroom Systems & Belonging, and Mentoring Across Contexts & Systems. Part of SXSW programming.
Free
In-Person
Mar 11, 11:00 PM ET
Mathematics
Education
Mentoring
Project-Based Learning
Instructional Design
Teacher Leadership
Equity
Sxsw
02-08-2026
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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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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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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
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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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STEM in Bloom: The Science of Spring
Celebrate the first day of spring with STEM in Bloom, an all-day program where young scientists and engineers explore the science of the changing seasons, plant growth, balance in nature, and the engineering marvels inspired by springtime. Students will engage in hands-on, project-based lessons that combine environmental science, engineering design, and creative technology. Through these activities, learners will investigate how sunlight, temperature, and ecosystems change during spring, build models that mimic natural systems, and design innovative ways to protect and celebrate our planet. Classes are nonrefundable, but rescheduling is available for missed classes.
STEM Kids Harlem
Free
3/20/26
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Mar
20
STEM in Bloom: The Science of Spring
Celebrate the first day of spring with STEM in Bloom, an all-day program where young scientists and engineers explore the science of the changing seasons, plant growth, balance in nature, and the engineering marvels inspired by springtime. Students will engage in hands-on, project-based lessons that combine environmental science, engineering design, and creative technology. Through these activities, learners will investigate how sunlight, temperature, and ecosystems change during spring, build models that mimic natural systems, and design innovative ways to protect and celebrate our planet. Classes are nonrefundable, but rescheduling is available for missed classes.
Free
In-Person
Mar 20, 1:00 PM ET
Environmental Science
Engineering Design
Hands-On Learning
Spring Science
Plant Biology
Ecosystems
Stem Education
Project-Based Learning
Nature Exploration
Science Experiments
02-10-2026
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Space Center U | Planetary Discovery | 3 Day Ages 15-18
3-day STEM camp focused on planetary discovery at NASA's Official Visitor Center featuring hands-on engineering activities, behind-the-scenes NASA tours, project-based learning, guest speakers from NASA, and graduation ceremony. Includes daily lunch and completion certificates.
Space Center Houston
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3/20/26
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Mar
20
Space Center U | Planetary Discovery | 3 Day Ages 15-18
3-day STEM camp focused on planetary discovery at NASA's Official Visitor Center featuring hands-on engineering activities, behind-the-scenes NASA tours, project-based learning, guest speakers from NASA, and graduation ceremony. Includes daily lunch and completion certificates.
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Mar 20, 2:00 PM ET
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Space Center U | Planetary Discovery | 3 Day Ages 11-14
3-day STEM camp focused on planetary discovery at NASA's Official Visitor Center featuring hands-on engineering activities, behind-the-scenes NASA tours, project-based learning, guest speakers from NASA, and graduation ceremony. Includes daily lunch and completion certificates.
Space Center Houston
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3/20/26
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Mar
20
Space Center U | Planetary Discovery | 3 Day Ages 11-14
3-day STEM camp focused on planetary discovery at NASA's Official Visitor Center featuring hands-on engineering activities, behind-the-scenes NASA tours, project-based learning, guest speakers from NASA, and graduation ceremony. Includes daily lunch and completion certificates.
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Mar 20, 2:00 PM ET
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Seminars in Project Work: A Deeper Dive
Educators nationwide are invited to join The Educators Institute at Duke School for Seminars in Project Work: A Deeper Dive, taking place March 26-27, 2026. During these seminars, participants will engage in project work methodology and educational practices.
The Educators Institute at Duke School
Free
3/26/26
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Mar
26
Seminars in Project Work: A Deeper Dive
Educators nationwide are invited to join The Educators Institute at Duke School for Seminars in Project Work: A Deeper Dive, taking place March 26-27, 2026. During these seminars, participants will engage in project work methodology and educational practices.
Free
In-Person
Mar 26, 12:00 PM ET
Education
Project-Based Learning
Stem Education
Professional Development
Teaching Methodology
Educator Training
Sourced:
https://dukeschool.org/#
02-10-2026
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Space Center U | Science in Space | 3 Day Ages 15-18
3-day STEM camp for ages 15-18 focusing on science in space with hands-on engineering activities, behind-the-scenes NASA tours, project-based learning, guest speakers, and graduation ceremony. Includes daily lunch.
Space Center Houston
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3/28/26
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Mar
28
Space Center U | Science in Space | 3 Day Ages 15-18
3-day STEM camp for ages 15-18 focusing on science in space with hands-on engineering activities, behind-the-scenes NASA tours, project-based learning, guest speakers, and graduation ceremony. Includes daily lunch.
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Mar 28, 2:00 PM ET
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Space Center U | Science in Space | 3 Day Ages 15-18
3-day STEM camp for ages 15-18 focused on science in space, featuring hands-on engineering activities, behind-the-scenes NASA tours, project-based learning, guest speakers, and daily lunch. Runs from March 28-30, 2026, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm.
Space Center Houston
Free
3/28/26
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Mar
28
Space Center U | Science in Space | 3 Day Ages 15-18
3-day STEM camp for ages 15-18 focused on science in space, featuring hands-on engineering activities, behind-the-scenes NASA tours, project-based learning, guest speakers, and daily lunch. Runs from March 28-30, 2026, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm.
Free
In-Person
Mar 28, 2:00 PM ET
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Space Center U | Science in Space | 3 Day Ages 11-14
3-day STEM camp for ages 11-14 focusing on science in space with hands-on engineering activities, behind-the-scenes NASA tours, project-based learning, guest speakers, and graduation ceremony. Includes daily lunch.
Space Center Houston
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3/28/26
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Mar
28
Space Center U | Science in Space | 3 Day Ages 11-14
3-day STEM camp for ages 11-14 focusing on science in space with hands-on engineering activities, behind-the-scenes NASA tours, project-based learning, guest speakers, and graduation ceremony. Includes daily lunch.
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Mar 28, 2:00 PM ET
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Space Center U | Science in Space | 3 Day Ages 15-18
3-day STEM camp focused on science in space at NASA's Official Visitor Center featuring hands-on engineering activities, behind-the-scenes NASA tours, project-based learning, guest speakers from NASA, and graduation ceremony. Includes daily lunch and completion certificates.
Space Center Houston
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3/28/26
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Mar
28
Space Center U | Science in Space | 3 Day Ages 15-18
3-day STEM camp focused on science in space at NASA's Official Visitor Center featuring hands-on engineering activities, behind-the-scenes NASA tours, project-based learning, guest speakers from NASA, and graduation ceremony. Includes daily lunch and completion certificates.
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Mar 28, 2:00 PM ET
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Space Center U | Science in Space | 3 Day Ages 11-14
3-day STEM camp for ages 11-14 focusing on science in space. Features hands-on engineering activities, behind-the-scenes NASA facility tours, project-based learning, guest speakers from NASA, daily lunch, and graduation ceremony. Runs from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Space Center Houston
Free
3/28/26
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Mar
28
Space Center U | Science in Space | 3 Day Ages 11-14
3-day STEM camp for ages 11-14 focusing on science in space. Features hands-on engineering activities, behind-the-scenes NASA facility tours, project-based learning, guest speakers from NASA, daily lunch, and graduation ceremony. Runs from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Free
In-Person
Mar 28, 2:00 PM ET
02-11-2026
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Space Center U | Science in Space | 3 Day Ages 11-14
3-day STEM camp focused on science in space at NASA's Official Visitor Center featuring hands-on engineering activities, behind-the-scenes NASA tours, project-based learning, guest speakers from NASA, and graduation ceremony. Includes daily lunch and completion certificates.
Space Center Houston
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3/28/26
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Mar
28
Space Center U | Science in Space | 3 Day Ages 11-14
3-day STEM camp focused on science in space at NASA's Official Visitor Center featuring hands-on engineering activities, behind-the-scenes NASA tours, project-based learning, guest speakers from NASA, and graduation ceremony. Includes daily lunch and completion certificates.
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Mar 28, 2:00 PM ET
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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
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4/2/26
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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.
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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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Space Center U | Living and Working in Space | 3 Day Ages 15-18
3-day STEM camp for ages 15-18 focusing on living and working in space with hands-on engineering activities, behind-the-scenes NASA tours, project-based learning, guest speakers, and graduation ceremony. Includes daily lunch.
Space Center Houston
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4/3/26
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Apr
3
Space Center U | Living and Working in Space | 3 Day Ages 15-18
3-day STEM camp for ages 15-18 focusing on living and working in space with hands-on engineering activities, behind-the-scenes NASA tours, project-based learning, guest speakers, and graduation ceremony. Includes daily lunch.
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Apr 3, 2:00 PM ET
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Space Center U | Living and Working in Space | 3 Day Ages 11-14
3-day STEM camp for ages 11-14 focusing on living and working in space with hands-on engineering activities, behind-the-scenes NASA tours, project-based learning, guest speakers, and graduation ceremony. Includes daily lunch.
Space Center Houston
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4/3/26
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Apr
3
Space Center U | Living and Working in Space | 3 Day Ages 11-14
3-day STEM camp for ages 11-14 focusing on living and working in space with hands-on engineering activities, behind-the-scenes NASA tours, project-based learning, guest speakers, and graduation ceremony. Includes daily lunch.
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Apr 3, 2:00 PM ET
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Space Center U | Living and Working in Space | 3 Day Ages 15-18
3-day STEM camp for ages 15-18 focusing on living and working in space. Features hands-on engineering activities, behind-the-scenes NASA facility tours, project-based learning, guest speakers from NASA, daily lunch, and graduation ceremony. Runs from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Space Center Houston
Free
4/3/26
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Apr
3
Space Center U | Living and Working in Space | 3 Day Ages 15-18
3-day STEM camp for ages 15-18 focusing on living and working in space. Features hands-on engineering activities, behind-the-scenes NASA facility tours, project-based learning, guest speakers from NASA, daily lunch, and graduation ceremony. Runs from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Free
In-Person
Apr 3, 2:00 PM ET
02-11-2026
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Space Center U | Living and Working in Space | 3 Day Ages 15-18
3-day STEM camp focused on living and working in space at NASA's Official Visitor Center featuring hands-on engineering activities, behind-the-scenes NASA tours, project-based learning, guest speakers from NASA, and graduation ceremony. Includes daily lunch and completion certificates.
Space Center Houston
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4/3/26
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Space Center U | Living and Working in Space | 3 Day Ages 15-18
3-day STEM camp focused on living and working in space at NASA's Official Visitor Center featuring hands-on engineering activities, behind-the-scenes NASA tours, project-based learning, guest speakers from NASA, and graduation ceremony. Includes daily lunch and completion certificates.
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Apr 3, 2:00 PM ET
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Space Center U | Living and Working in Space | 3 Day Ages 11-14
3-day STEM camp for ages 11-14 focusing on living and working in space. Features hands-on engineering activities, behind-the-scenes NASA facility tours, project-based learning, guest speakers from NASA, daily lunch, and graduation ceremony. Runs from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Space Center Houston
Free
4/3/26
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Apr
3
Space Center U | Living and Working in Space | 3 Day Ages 11-14
3-day STEM camp for ages 11-14 focusing on living and working in space. Features hands-on engineering activities, behind-the-scenes NASA facility tours, project-based learning, guest speakers from NASA, daily lunch, and graduation ceremony. Runs from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Free
In-Person
Apr 3, 2:00 PM ET
02-11-2026
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Space Center U | Living and Working in Space | 3 Day Ages 11-14
3-day STEM camp focused on living and working in space at NASA's Official Visitor Center featuring hands-on engineering activities, behind-the-scenes NASA tours, project-based learning, guest speakers from NASA, and graduation ceremony. Includes daily lunch and completion certificates.
Space Center Houston
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4/3/26
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Space Center U | Living and Working in Space | 3 Day Ages 11-14
3-day STEM camp focused on living and working in space at NASA's Official Visitor Center featuring hands-on engineering activities, behind-the-scenes NASA tours, project-based learning, guest speakers from NASA, and graduation ceremony. Includes daily lunch and completion certificates.
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Apr 3, 2:00 PM ET
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EcoScience Challenge at the Indiana State Museum
K-12 students tackle real-world environmental issues with projects on topics like aquaculture, composting, alternative energy, and more. Application deadline and full details in the link.
Indiana State Museum
Free
4/17/26
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Apr
17
EcoScience Challenge at the Indiana State Museum
K-12 students tackle real-world environmental issues with projects on topics like aquaculture, composting, alternative energy, and more. Application deadline and full details in the link.
Free
In-Person
Apr 17, 3:00 PM ET
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