Arizona Science & Engineering Fair

What if a great picture book could be the starting point for a deeper science lesson? 📚🔬

There’s still time to join Picture Perfect STEM on Saturday, October 17, a professional learning workshop designed specifically for Grades 3–5 educators.

From 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., participants will explore how high-quality picture books and texts can spark meaningful learning across life, physical and Earth sciences while strengthening connections between science and ELA.

Through standards-aligned lessons built around the 5E instructional model, educators will experience practical strategies for encouraging student discourse and supporting three-dimensional teaching and learning.

✨ Most importantly, you’ll leave with ideas you can bring directly into your classroom—plus a Picture-Perfect Science Lessons book, valued at $50, included with registration.

Turn storytime into a springboard for scientific thinking. Join us for Picture Perfect STEM ➡️ https://bit.ly/4A7DwlT

Ready to strengthen your school’s pathway to the Arizona Science and Engineering Fair?

Join us Friday, October 2, from 8:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m. at CREATE at Arizona Science Center® for Science Fair Symposium: Navigating the Path to AzSEF Success—a full day of professional learning focused on the details that can make navigating the science fair process easier and more successful 🔬🌵

Designed for Grades 5-12 educators, we’ll cover practical guidance on science fair planning, SRC/IRB formation, AzSEF forms and approvals, project and safety requirements, and judging—giving you the tools to confidently guide students from their initial project idea all the way to science fair success.

🌟 If you’re already invested in building strong science fair pathways for your students, this is an opportunity to strengthen your process and prepare for the season ahead!

Join us and take the next step toward a successful AzSEF season ➡️ https://bit.ly/4AnOVhw

Arizona’s next generation of innovators, researchers, and changemakers could be the next Flinn Scholars!

🌟 The 2027 Flinn Scholarship application is now open, offering an extraordinary opportunity for high-achieving Arizona students to pursue their education at one of Arizona’s public universities while exploring the interests and experiences that will shape their futures.

The Flinn Scholarship is valued at more than $140,000 and provides a full ride—including tuition, fees, housing, and meals—at Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University, or the University of Arizona, along with opportunities for study abroad.

For Arizona students with big ideas and an even bigger vision for their future, this could be an opportunity to turn that vision into reality!

📅 Application deadline: Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.

Learn more and apply for the 2027 Flinn Scholarship:

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The countdown is on—The NASA TechRise Student Challenge is expected to open this September 2026 🚀✨

Teachers! Pre-register to participate in the NASA TechRise Student Challenge with your students this fall.

You could win $1,500 and technical mentorship to build an experiment to fly on a NASA-sponsored high-altitude balloon flight!

Learn more about this exciting opportunity and pre-register today ➡️ https://bit.ly/4cg1oK0

Get ready for an afternoon of learning, connection, and professional development at the Fiesta Sports Foundation Wellness Forum presented by BHHS Legacy Foundation 🩺♥️

Taking place Tuesday, August 25 from 11:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at Trevor Browne High School , this event brings educators and community partners together to learn from industry experts about important health and safety topics that impact our schools, students, and communities.

The AED Assistance Program provides AED devices to schools and, in partnership with the American Red Cross, trains school staff in CPR, First Aid, and AED instruction. The Wellness Forum is a great opportunity to learn practical information, connect with fellow professionals, and bring valuable knowledge back to your school community.

Learn more and RSVP ➡️ https://bit.ly/4zdgOII

Arizona Science Center is excited to announce the opening of its new Math Room, an interactive space where visitors of all ages can explore math through play, puzzles, and discovery!

The Math Room will open THIS Saturday, August 8 and will be available on every Saturday from 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Guests can expect:
➗ Engaging, hands-on math models
🧩 Open-ended puzzles and challenges
🤝 Collaborative building activities
✨ Experiences designed for all ages and backgrounds

The Math Room at Arizona Science Center reflects a shared commitment to expanding access to enriching educational experiences in public spaces. No worksheets. No pressure. Just joyful, creative exploration!

Plan your visit today at https://bit.ly/46A3B0w.

Ready to bring coding, robotics, and hands-on problem-solving into your classroom?

Join Arizona Science Center for an engaging professional development workshop designed to help educators unlock the potential of robotics in K–8 learning environments: Edison Robots Workshop 🤖

📅 August 22 | 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
🎟️ $50 Per Participant
✨ Includes one (1) Edison Robot per registered educator

During this hands-on workshop, educators will discover how to use Edison robots to introduce students to coding concepts, robotics, and computational thinking.

Start building the next generation of innovators, one line of code at a time! Register today: https://bit.ly/4fFNd2O

🔬✨ Educators—Bring authentic research experiences into your classroom!

Are you an educator in a Title I school looking to increase student engagement through authentic research projects?

If you want to learn how to guide your students through the process of conducting real research and designing their experiments, our team can help you integrate this into your classroom 📚

Through Integrating Authentic Research into the Classroom, educators will learn strategies for supporting students as they:

🔍 Build critical thinking skills
🧪 Encourage Scientific thinking
📊 Inspire a passion for STEM
💡 Promote a growth mindset

Bring the excitement of scientific discovery into your classroom and help your students take the next step from asking questions to finding answers!

📅 Now booking sessions for Fall 2026 ➡️ https://bit.ly/4hkm7iV

✨ There is still time to apply to Girls Who Code’s free Fall Pathways!

High school girls and non-binary students are encouraged to participate in this free, virtual, self-paced program to explore exciting computer science topics like AI, Game Design, Data Science, Cybersecurity, and Web Development 💻 📊

⏰ Application Deadline: August 26
📅 Program Dates: October 19 – December 4, 2026

The program is free, virtual, and self-paced so you can set your own schedule! Learn more and apply now at https://bit.ly/4x0P3RT.

Are you an educator looking to support student research in your classroom or start a science fair at your school?

Join us for Science Fairs 101—A hands-on, beginner-friendly workshop designed for educators new to the science fair process or looking to improve their existing program 🔬🌵

📅 August 14 | 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
🎟️ $30 Per Participant | Lunch Provided

Get ready to gain a clear understanding of how to launch and support student research projects while developing your own science fair plan from start to finish!

Learn more and register ➡️ https://www.azscience.org/tickets/azsef-expansion-project-workshops/?performanceId=146732