About this Event
National STEM Day is celebrated every year in November to inspire young people to explore their interests and future careers in science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM). This year, we're celebrating with a FREE hands-on event on Saturday, November 7th at the Goodwill Opportunity Campus.
This event brings together students and community partners for a day of discovery, creativity, and teamwork. Participants will work together to complete STEM challenges and activities.
Who can participate: Hands-on activities are open to youth 5th grade and up. Younger siblings and friends are welcome to attend as spectators with a Youth Guest add-on.
Requirements: All youth onsite must have at least 1 adult guardian present with them at the time of check in. 1 adult guardian can be responsible for up to 4 children.
Every youth participant will get a chance to take home a customized glider they create or a 3D-printed prizes earned by completing challenges.
Snacks are provided to everyone onsite.
Registration begins at 8:30 am with the first STEM activity beginning at 10 am.
Come build, create, and celebrate STEAM with us!
Agenda
🕑: 08:30 AM - 09:30 AM
Registration
Info: Come early to get a good parking spot, register and get a snack.
🕑: 10:00 AM - 12:10 PM
Activity Stations
Info: Participants will be split into three groups and rotate through three stations. Station 1: Carrboro Robotics Competition Robot Challenge. Station 2: Science of Gliders Building and Design. Station 3: Water Testing and Filtration.
🕑: 12:10 PM - 12:30 PM
Ending Remarks
Info: During this time we will come together and share our experience and grab another light snack before clearing out.
Event venue & nearby stays
1701 TW Alexander Dr, 1701 TW Alexander Drive, Durham, United States
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