Nationwide Drone Competition for High School Students Drones have soared in popularity in recent years, delighting hobbyists who fly them while revolutionizing industries including aerial photography, the military, agriculture, and the environment. These remote-controlled aircraft are inspiring students to gain hands-on drone experience before college or the workforce. Aerospace Robotics Competition The Aerospace Robotics Competition […] The post Reach for the Sky! Aerospace Robotics Competition (ARC) appeared first on BostonTechMom ..read more

I’m a big fan of science fairs. They are a fantastic opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience in all aspects of research and presentation. Whether at the school, regional, state, or national level, these events allow students to conceive, research, execute, and present a project on a topic that interests them. Along the way, […] The post The Student’s Roadmap to the Massachusetts Science & Engineering Fair appeared first on BostonTechMom ..read more

I hope you had a great summer vacation and are excited about the new school year. BostonTechMom recently turned ten years old! What a privilege it’s been to meet parents, students, and people in the STEM community over the years. I love it when people contact me directly—you often give me article ideas. I enjoy […] The post Boston Area STEM Activities for Kids- September & October 2024 appeared first on BostonTechMom ..read more

If you plan to pursue a STEM degree in college, creating a STEM-focused resume for your college applications may be the way to go. It allows you to showcase what you’ve been doing during high school and describe what makes you unique as an applicant. It also lets you show colleges how you might contribute […] The post Master Your High School STEM Resume for College Applications appeared first on BostonTechMom ..read more

Do you want to incorporate STEM activities into your summer plans? Here are ideas and upcoming events!  National Programs and Events GSK’s Science in the Summer Program This year’s theme is “Be a Space Scientist.” Science in the Summer is a free education program that aims to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers […] The post Boston Area STEM Activities for Kids- Summer 2024 appeared first on BostonTechMom ..read more

Free Online STEM Contests & Challenges for K-12 Studentswith Supporting Materials and Resources for Educators, Students, and Parents Future Engineers came onto my radar a few years ago when I learned about their free STEM innovation contests and challenges for students. The contests range from design to writing challenges, and I like them because they’re […] The post Bring Future Engineers’ Challenges to Your Classroom or After-School Program appeared first on BostonTechMom ..read more

Planning for the American Total Solar Eclipse on April 8, 2024 Mark your calendars for Monday, April 8, because it will be the last total solar eclipse visible from the contiguous United States until 2044. A total solar eclipse happens when the Moon passes between the Sun and the Earth, completely blocking the face of […] The post It’s a Bird… It’s a Plane… It’s a Total Solar Eclipse! appeared first on BostonTechMom ..read more

Spring is just around the corner! I am highlighting a few national programs at the top, followed by specific events in Massachusetts in the next few months. National Programs and Events Future Engineers Invention Challenge This year’s invention theme is Toys for Pets! Students in grades 2-8 are encouraged to put their inventor’s hat on … Boston Area STEM Activities for Kids- Spring 2024 Read More » The post Boston Area STEM Activities for Kids- Spring 2024 appeared first on BostonTechMom ..read more

It’s time to register for MIT Spark! Spark is a weekend-long learning extravaganza for students in grades 7-10, featuring over 100 classes on diverse and fun topics taught by MIT students and community members on MIT’s campus. New this year! In the past, Spark was for 7th and 8th-grade students, and it’s expanded to include … MIT Spark 2024 for Students Read More » The post MIT Spark 2024 for Students appeared first on BostonTechMom ..read more

Happy New Year! Here is a roundup of STEM activities and events in the next two months. AEOP Summer High School Apprenticeships Applications are open for the 2024 AEOP summer apprenticeships. Apply for summer work experience in a US Army Research Lab, Center, or Partner University. Applications will be on a rolling admissions basis, with … Boston Area STEM Activities for Kids- January & February 2024 Read More » The post Boston Area STEM Activities for Kids- January & February 2024 appeared first on BostonTechMom ..read more