We're thrilled to announce that we'll be teaching the City of Alexandria Invention Convention! 🌟

Invention Convention is a K-12 program that empowers students with problem-identification, problem-solving, entrepreneurship, and creativity skills. It builds confidence in invention, innovation, and entrepreneurship for life!

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to ignite your child's innovative spirit. Sign up now and let their creativity soar!

Cost: $25.00

Time: 9:00AM - 3:00PM

Age: 8-16

RA Drone Team being recognized by the Rapides Parish School Board. 

Region 6 STEM Center is thrilled to celebrate the remarkable achievements of the Rapides Academy Drone Team! Throughout the season, the team has showcased their exceptional talent, securing victories and placing impressively in numerous local and regional competitions. Their dedication and skill were particularly evident at the South Central Region Championship Drone Competition in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where they went head-to-head with 50 middle and high school teams. They placed third place in Skills and won the Middle School Think Award category. Congratulations to the outstanding members of the RA Drone Team for their well-deserved success!

*Photo credit to the Rapides Parish School Board. 

Dive into summer creativity at Northwestern State University's Art Camp! Registration is open for exciting sessions: 'Robots Everywhere!' (June 3-7) and 'Pirates and Sea Creatures' (June 10-14), plus an Advanced Projects for Teens session (June 17-21). From robot-inspired art to swashbuckling adventures, there's something for every young artist. Sessions run 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with flexible drop-off and pick-up. Don't miss out on this art-filled summer fun!

Calling all 6th-12th graders (Fall 2024) in Jena and Urania! Don't miss out on the chance to thrive this summer with this Tech Architecture: 3D Design Camp in June! Secure your spot now! Enrollment is free but space is limited. Enroll today and dive into the world of 3D design!

Here is an exhilarating Python Coding Day Camp designed for aspiring programmers of all levels! Whether you're a beginner eager to dip your toes into the world of coding or an intermediate looking to sharpen your Python skills, this camp offers an immersive and hands-on experience to unlock the power of programming. Seating is limited. Registration required. For Children 12 and up.

Calling our educators! You're invite you to an exclusive opportunity designed to elevate your teaching skills and enrich STEM education in your classrooms! The upcoming teacher professional training sessions in Engineering is Elementary (EiE) and Youth Engineering Solutions (YES), presented in collaboration with LASTEM Region 8 Center (SCILS) and Louisiana Tech University (LA Tech).

The LASTEM Summit is an annual conference whose goal is to strengthen PK-16 STEM education (K to Grey!) throughout Louisiana and the nation. This year's event will bring together educators, business leaders, government officials, and others who play a key role in STEM education to share ideas and resources. The Summit will feature both informative panels, breakout sessions, and an interactive "Playground" including robotics, Esports, mobile STEM units, and 50+ exhibitors.

The Center for Astrophysics | Harvard & Smithsonian is seeking facilitators of STEM and STEAM programs for middle school aged learners, both in and out of school, to participate in our YouthAstroNet Project. Funded by the National Science Foundation, the YouthAstroNet program provides youth with access to real telescopes, and engages them in using the tools and techniques of professional scientists. YouthAstroNet has been shown to increase youth STEM career interest and science identity.

The M.J. Foster Promise Program offers financial assistance for eligible students pursuing associate degrees or shorter-term credentials in high-demand fields. Named after former Governor Mike J. Foster, this program is available for those aged 21 and older. The deadline to apply is June 30th. Click the link below to learn more information. 

Planning a STEM event? Let's collaborate! The Region 6 STEM Center is eager to partner with you to make your event a resounding success. From from planning STEM Days to organizing STEM Family Nights, we're here to help you create memorable and impactful STEM experiences. Contact us today to explore how we can work together to inspire curiosity and ignite a passion for STEM in your community. Let's make STEM magic happen together!

Do you have a STEM event coming up? We would love to feature the event on our website calendar and upcoming newsletters! Please email the event flyers and details to depriestj@nsula.edu.