Arizona Science & Engineering Fair

10/09/2026

What if your students could learn coding by building, testing and programming their own robot? 🤖

Our upcoming virtual Edison Robots Workshop is an interactive virtual professional learning experience designed to help educators bring coding and robotics to students in a hands-on way.

📅 November 11 | 4:30 – 6:00 p.m.
🎟️ $65 Per Participant | Includes an Edison robot ($59 value)

During the workshop, participants will explore how Edison robots can be used to teach programming concepts through barcodes, block-based coding and introductory text-based coding.

Give students an opportunity to see coding come to life through robotics! Learn more & register at https://bit.ly/4zdxwXr.

10/07/2026

Step into our newly imagined makerspace and let innovation and creativity take the lead—CREATE Inside Arizona Science Center is NOW OPEN!

Inspired by the productivity of an inventor’s workshop, the creativity of an art studio, the experimentation of a lab and the connectivity of a commons, you are invited to build, design, experiment, and bring your ideas to life 💡⚙️

Come try free activities like building challenges and doodling tables, explore state-of-the-art equipment and traditional crafting tools, or join a paid workshop and learn how to use a new tool.

✨ Whether you're creating something new or simply testing your skills, there's always something to discover at CREATE® Inside ➡️ https://bit.ly/4j8zS5o

10/02/2026

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

09/25/2026

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

09/14/2026

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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09/01/2026

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

08/11/2026

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

08/05/2026

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.

07/29/2026

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

07/23/2026

🔬✨ 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