STEM EDUCATION

Apr 18 2026EDUCATION

LSU’s big step in science education and research

Louisiana State University is taking a giant leap with its new $148 million science building, set to open fully in 2026. The 148, 000-square-foot space isn’t just another campus addition—it’s designed to give students cutting-edge labs and research areas, potentially pulling top talent to the state.

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Apr 13 2026EDUCATION

Local groups team up to spark third-graders' interest in science and film

Basalt Elementary third-graders got a break from regular lessons last Thursday. Instead of worksheets and textbooks, they explored science through short movies. Two local groups—one focused on film, the other on science—set up stations where kids could watch clips and try small experiments. The Asp

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Apr 11 2026EDUCATION

Northern California cheers as NASA’s moon mission takes center stage

On a Friday evening in Oakland, the Chabot Space and Science Center buzzed with excitement as locals gathered to celebrate Artemis II, the first crewed moon mission in over fifty years. The Orion capsule splashed down off San Diego at 5:07 p. m. , signaling the mission’s success. While the astronaut

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Apr 08 2026EDUCATION

Connecting Local Schools to Global Science with a Local Teacher’s Big Opportunity

A science teacher from Ottawa, Illinois, will spend part of his summer rubbing shoulders with some of the brightest minds in physics. Dan Fitzpatrick, who teaches at St. Bede Academy, has earned a spot in an elite program run by CERN, the famous research center in Switzerland. Out of thousands of ap

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Apr 02 2026EDUCATION

Kids get hands-on with science and business at Allendale’s summer camp

Allendale Middle School is opening its doors to a week-long adventure where science meets creativity. From August 3rd, kids in kindergarten through sixth grade can join Camp Invention, a program blending fun activities with learning. The camp isn’t just about following instructions—it’s about buildi

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Mar 20 2026EDUCATION

Kids Explore Space and Shipwrecks During Spring Break at Two Museum Spots

The Great Lakes Children’s Museum is adding a second temporary location for the busy spring break season. From March 27 to April 4, visitors can go to a new space‑themed site in the Grand Traverse Mall. The setup lets kids build, experiment and ask questions about astronomy and other STEM topics in

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Mar 19 2026EDUCATION

STEM Adventures: 48, 000 Kids Explore the Dallas Arboretum and More

The Dallas Arboretum’s children’s adventure garden usually buzzes with curious voices, but this morning the excitement doubled as students from 12 schools rushed through its maze. They examined plant roots, tested tiny wind turbines, and moved from one interactive station to the next while learning

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Feb 16 2026EDUCATION

Young Minds Compete in Orange County Science Showdown

A huge number of students from middle and high schools got together at UC Irvine for the 2026 Orange County Regional Science Olympiad. Over 1, 200 kids from around 50 schools showed off their skills in all sorts of science and tech challenges. They tackled everything from biology to coding, geology

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Feb 15 2026EDUCATION

Future Skills for Atlantic County

A generous donation of $2 million from Levine‑Gormley is setting up a new STEM program that will be run by Stockton University. The goal is to grow local talent, give students real job options nearby and link bright learners with the right schools and careers. The money will help build a clear path

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Jan 17 2026EDUCATION

Big Dreams for a New STEM School

A new high school focused on science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) is in the works, with a hefty price tag of $35 million. This isn't just any school; it's a place where students will dive deep into subjects that shape our future. The idea is to create a space where young minds can expl

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