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We're a nonprofit dedicated to enhancing and promoting STEM education and awareness in Arizona and beyond. Through our key statewide STEM initiatives, we help ready a knowledgeable, skilled STEM workforce.

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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 4h
🍂 Pick Up a STEM Hobby! Explore gardening tips, astronomy, & wildlife photography with October's STEM resources. Try something new this month: 🏵️Start a Garden: bit.ly/4yytzgo ⭐Starry Nights Star Party: bit.ly/4zfKgNv 🐝Fast Flight Photography: bit.ly/4AEQaJD
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Human Flourishing: The Case for Optimism comes to Mesa on Oct. 16, bringing together voices from across the globe for a day exploring leadership, optimism, and what helps people and communities prosper. Register:
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The Case for Optimism — The Founding Gathering of Human Flourishing - Human Flourishing
The public launch of Human Flourishing: an evening on the [...]
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
That’s a wrap on the 2026 Youth Solutions Summit! 🌱 Students collaborated with experts in wildlife, water, conservation, sustainability, AI & more at Desert Botanical Garden on Sep 12. Thanks to our CSO and parent volunteers who helped make this event happen! #2026YouthSolutionsSummit #STEM
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Chief Science Officer is a real title, with real work behind it. We’re raising $20K to support CSO training, mentorship, Action Plans, and leadership experiences. Fund the Work Behind the Impact: f.mtr.cool/5lwp0bcqek #chiefscienceofficers #FundtheImpact
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Stronger STEMM pathways need practical strategies behind them. SciTech Institute is proud to have contributed to a new STEMM Opportunity Alliance Field Guide. Join us Sep. 29 for a webinar introducing the work and why it matters. 💻 aaas.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_mV…
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
SciTech Institute’s workforce superpower is turning skills into a shared language. 💡 For #WorkforceDevelopmentMonth, we’re joining @stemmopportunity.bsky.social to highlight how career tools like our Skills Map Framework connects learning, interests, and future careers. #WorkforceDevelopment
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
✂️ Today, we celebrated a Little Free Library Ribbon Cutting at Academy of Math & Science – Avondale! As a new STEM for All Kits partner, their school community will now receive our hands-on STEM kits every month. 🎉 #STEMforAll #STEMEducation
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
🌟 Reach for the Stars! September’s resources are all about astronomy. 🔭 Explore NASA Space Place, Stellarium, Khan Academy, PBS LearningMedia, and the Flagstaff Festival of Science. Find STEM resources: scitechinstitute.org/k12 #Astronomy #STEMEducation
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
That’s a wrap on the #2026RuralSTEMSummit! 🎉 200+ attendees joined us at Midwestern University for two days of ideas, connections, tours, & lessons to expand opportunities in rural STEM. 🎥 Watch our highlight reel to see the Summit in action! #STEMEducation #SciTechInstitute #ArizonaScienceCenter
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
There’s no single path to a future in STEM. Our latest Partner Profile highlights how My Future AZ, part of Pipeline Connects, is helping AZ students explore careers and find pathways that work for them. Read more:
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My Future AZ: Opening Career Pathways for Arizona Students
See how My Future AZ is helping Arizona students explore STEM careers, discover education and training pathways, and plan for their futures.
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
ASTC is coming to Phoenix, and SciTech Institute will be there! The 2026 ASTC Annual Conference brings science centers, museums, and science engagement professionals together Sept. 16–19. We hope to see plenty of our AZ partners there, too!
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ASTC 2026 Annual Conference - Association of Science and Technology Centers
ASTC 2026 Annual Conference September 16–19, 2026 Phoenix, Arizona The ASTC Annual Conference is one of the premier annual events for science-engagement professionals and leaders in science and technology centers and museums as well as allied organizations across North America and around the world. ASTC 2026 is being hosted by Arizona Science Center. SCHEDULE OVERVIEW […]
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Nearly 350 Prescott High freshmen got a hands-on look at careers, salaries, budgeting, and real-world expenses through Reality Store. SciTech Institute’s Workforce Team helped bring the experience to students alongside local and statewide partners. 💵
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
We’re just 2 weeks from the Youth Solutions Summit! Watch the video from last year &  share it with a student you know in grades 6-12 whose ideas deserve to be heard. 📅 Sept. 12 | Desert Botanical Garden | $5  includes dinner + flashlight night Register: givebutter.com/2026-youth-solutions-summit
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Your #2026RuralSTEMSummit ticket includes TWO hands-on tours at Midwestern University! Choose from anatomy, clinical simulation, veterinary medicine, VR, & more. 📅 Sept. 3–4 | Glendale, AZ Register: scitech-institute.idloom.events/202… #STEMEducation #SciTechInstitute
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Thanks, Avnet, for supporting Chief Science Officers Action Plan Mini Grants! CSO Katelyn tackled microplastics, CSO Saanvi hosted a Teddy Bear Clinic, & CSO Donna helped 100+ people create seed bombs & learn about native plants. Avnet helps our CSOs put their ideas into action in their communities.
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
California CSOs recently joined nearly 100 OC Pathways students at a leadership summit focused on STEM, innovation, & career readiness. Watch these student leaders in action:
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WATCH: OC Pathways student ambassadors kick off a year of leadership and innovation at inaugural summit
The OC Pathways Student Leadership Summit brought nearly 100 Orange County students together to connect with STEM professionals, learn from program alumni and build skills for future careers and leadership.
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Cybersecurity is a business priority. 🔐 Join Arizona Technology Council’s Cybersecurity Breakfast Forum for fresh insights, practical takeaways, & connections with leaders shaping Arizona’s cyber conversation. Register:
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11th Cybersecurity Breakfast Forum - Arizona Technology Council
Cybersecurity is no longer just an IT challenge—it has become a business, operational, and national security imperative. As artificial intelligence reshapes both innovation and cyber threats, organizations must rethink how they manage risk, build resilience, and securely enable the technologies driving their future. Join the Arizona Technology Council (AZTC) and the Arizona Cyber Threat Response […]
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
⏳ Less than a month to go! Fewer than 40 spots remain for the 2026 National Rural STEM Learning Summit. Don't miss out; grab your seat before they're gone! Thanks to our sponsors for making this year's Summit possible. Register: scitech-institute.idloom.events/202…
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
The future of AZ's workforce starts with preparing students for the opportunities ahead. Rich Ortiz, State Farm Agency Recruiting Manager and SciTech Board Member, shares why STEM skills matter for Arizona’s continued economic growth.
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Arizona’s Long-Term Success Starts with STEM Skills
By Rich Ortiz, Agency Recruiting Manager at State Farm & SciTech Institute Board Member Rich Ortiz When I first moved to Arizona, I was looking for ways to better understand the state's growing technology community. As a technical recruiter at State Farm, I was focused on helping build a strong work
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
How are K–12 schools helping students connect education to future careers? Join WESTMARC’s Workforce Success Series Aug. 17 for a free webinar featuring SciTech Institute’s Yvonnda Shelton, Workforce Development Specialist. 12–1 PM MST | Virtual bit.ly/westmarc-workforce_webinar
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
Big ideas often start with young leaders. 🌎 Join the 2026 Youth Solutions Summit on Sept. 12 at Desert Botanical Garden! Collaborate with STEM-minded students, tackle real-world challenges, and enjoy dinner + Flashlight Night. Register: givebutter.com/2026-youth-solutions…
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
A more inclusive workplace benefits everyone. 💜 Join the Building Belonging: Neurodiversity & Museum Workplace Culture webinar on August 13 (2–3 PM CT) to explore practical strategies for fostering inclusion. Register: bit.ly/neuroinclusive-workplace-web…
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
Building the future of rural STEM requires connection. 🫱🫲 Learn how the 2026 National Rural STEM Summit is bringing educators, researchers, & community leaders together to strengthen STEM learning across rural America.
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National Rural STEM Learning Summit 2026 | Build Connections
Join the 2026 National Rural STEM Summit on Sept. 3-4 in Glendale, Arizona. Connect, collaborate, and discover practical STEM solutions for rural communities.
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
✨August resources: The #MagicOfMath Shapes in Nature scitechinstitute.org/listing/tohono… Minecraft Math scitechinstitute.org/listing/minecr… In the Classroom  scitechinstitute.org/k12/listing/13…
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
We're grateful to Arizona@Work – Yuma County for sharing how our STEM for All Kits are supporting summer learning! 💙 "The youth have really enjoyed using them. We appreciate your support and partnership!" Through these partnerships, we're expanding hands-on STEM opportunities across AZ. #STEMForAll
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
📢 Arizona employers: The deadline for the Office of Economic Opportunity's Arizona CTE Industry Input Survey has been extended to Friday, July 31 at 5 PM. Help shape Career & Technical Education and Arizona's future workforce. Take the survey: www.surveymonkey.com/r/2026CTESurvey
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
Arizona's STEM ecosystem is making a global impact! 🌎 SciTech Institute & the Arizona STEM Ecosystem are featured as one of just seven case studies in Dr. Luke Steller's International Churchill Fellowship report. Read more: f.mtr.cool/ctzpxiizki
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 19/07/2026
The 2026 Arizona Chief Science Officers are off to an incredible start! 🎉 During our first Leadership Training Institute, CSOs tackled an engineering bridge challenge with UAT & packed STEM for All Kits for students statewide. Welcome to our newest AZLC members: Zoe, Jocelyn, Chris & Rusham! 💙
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 18/07/2026
Speaker preview for the 2026 National Rural STEM Learning Summit! 👀 Join keynote Dr. Stephanie Rodriguez (AAAS), plus Dr. Cori Araza and Dr. Anna Proctor, Sept. 3–4, to explore ideas for rural STEM Ed & Workforce Development. Register ➡️ scitech-institute.idloom.events/202…
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
We're excited to see Worlds of Work (WOW) featured in In Business Phoenix! 🎉 WOW gives Arizona students hands-on career exploration experiences while connecting employers with tomorrow's workforce. Read more: inbusinessphx.com/partner-section/w… #STEM #CareerReadiness #Arizona
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Wow! - Greater Phoenix In Business Magazine
Dream or nightmare. Either can come true when it comes to finding a career that fits. And if it’s the less desirable outcome, “If only I knew” often is the resulting response. A surprise is the last thing anyone needs while career planning, especially when the journey begins at a young age. That’s where Worlds… [More]
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
We've earned our Gold Seal of Transparency from @CandidDotOrg! Keep up with our accomplishments on our nonprofit profile at app.candid.org/profile/6988476/ariz…
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 04/07/2026
Happy Fourth of July! As America celebrates 250 years of independence, SciTech Institute celebrates the innovators, educators, and students shaping our future through STEM. Wishing everyone a safe and happy Independence Day! #America250 #SciTechInstitute #4thofJuly
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
☀️Greet the heat with STEM this July!  Design a Shade Structure scitechinstitute.org/k12/listing/16… Learn how lizards stay cool scitechinstitute.org/k12/listing/11… Make Ice Cream  scitechinstitute.org/k12/listing/18… More resources: scitechinstitute.org
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
Arizona's life sciences future is being built through STEM connections. 🧬 The latest SciTech blog highlights how the Arizona Bioindustry Association connects students with research opportunities, industry leaders, and career pathways in health innovation. Read the story:
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AZBio Connects Students to STEM Careers in Health
Arizona Bioindustry Association is connecting students with STEM careers through health innovation, industry partnerships, and the Student Discovery Zone.
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 27/06/2026
Congrats to David Felix on becoming Chair of SciTech Institute's Board! 🎉 David brings 20+ years at SRP, a Mechanical Engineering background from New Mexico State, and a passion for mentoring leaders and strengthening Arizona's STEM Ecosystem. Here's to a future fueled by his expertise & enthusiasm!
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
From leading SciTech Institute's Board for eight years to helping launch the Chief Science Officers programs, Bob Witwer has left a lasting mark on Arizona's STEM community. Read his reflections on leadership, mentorship, service, and the future of STEM. Thank you, Bob! 🙏
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The Power of STEM and Service: Reflections from Former SciTech Board Chair Bob Witwer
After eight years as Board Chair of SciTech Institute, Bob Witwer is stepping down, leaving behind a legacy of thoughtful leadership, mentorship, and a deep commitment to advancing STEM education and innovation across Arizona. Bob’s connection to SciTech Institute began well before he joined the boa
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
We're honored to be recognized as a Founding STEM Ecosystem! As one of the original 27 STEM Ecosystems launched in 2015, Arizona's STEM community has spent a decade connecting partners and expanding opportunities for learners statewide. #ArizonaSTEM #STEMEcosystems
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 13/06/2026
The 2026 National Rural STEM Learning Summit is coming to Glendale, AZ on Sept. 3–4, 2026! Join educators, libraries, nonprofits, workforce leaders, and community advocates to explore AI, workforce development, youth empowerment, STEM innovation, & more. Register ➡️ azruralstemsummit.net
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
👅 Every bite of food is powered by STEM! Five basic flavors: 🍯 Sweet 🍋 Sour 🧂 Salty ☕ Bitter 🍄 Umami These specialized receptors use biology, chemistry, and neuroscience to shape how we experience food. The science of taste helps us understand not just what we eat but why we enjoy it. #STEMEd
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 07/06/2026
📸 STEMMYS 2026 Photo Drop! A night of celebrating the people and organizations making a difference through STEM across Arizona. Thank you to everyone who joined us and congratulations to this year's incredible honorees and nominees! 🚀✨ #STEMMYS2026 #Arizona #STEM #SciTechInstitute
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
Phoenix is planning ahead for potential future water shortages as Colorado River supplies continue to face pressure 🌵💙 Learn more: www.fox10phoenix.com/news/phoenix-i… #SciTechInstitute #Arizona #WaterConservation #STEMEd #STEM
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Phoenix introduces new roadmap as potential water shortages loom
Nearly 40% of Phoenix’s water relies on the Colorado River, prompting city leaders to present a new conservation roadmap.
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
How does GPS know where you are? 📍 It’s all thanks to STEM working together: 🛰️ Satellites orbit Earth and send signals ⏱️ Timing systems calculate how long signals take to travel 📐 Math pinpoints your exact location 💻 Technology processes it all in seconds #STEMEd #Technology #GPS
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
This month’s STEM resources focused on edible landscapes, but there is more resources in our page to explore for everyone! 👩‍🔬🌎 🌳 Take a Virtual Tour of Edible Landscapes University of Arizona Campus Arboretum: Edible Landscapes Virtual Tour scitechinstitute.org/k12/listing/11… #STEMEd
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
This month, we’re highlighting the Economic Development Division from City of Chandler Economic Development Division and their work  growing STEM ecosystem in Arizona. Learn more: scitechinstitute.org/partner-spotli… #STEMEd #Arizona
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Chandler STEM Workforce Development & Innovation
Discover how Chandler is growing STEM workforce development through industry partnerships, hands-on learning, and community innovation initiatives.
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 25/05/2026
☀️ Solar panels are powered by STEM. Using the photovoltaic effect, solar cells turn sunlight into usable energy by exciting electrons and creating an electric current. ⚡ Science + engineering are helping build cleaner energy solutions for the future. 🌎 #STEM #SolarEnergy #EarthMonth #Science
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
We’re proud to be mentioned alongside the incredible work being done to inspire and support the next generation of innovators across our state. Learn more here:
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Doing well by doing good: TSMC Arizona balances business with social impact - AZ Big Media
TSMC Arizona endeavors to lend a hand to others and bolster a diverse array of nonprofits at a time when they need it most.
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 17/05/2026
The second ever Worlds of Work event in Pinal County brought students face to face with careers, industries, and hands on experiences that help shape future pathways. Excited to see opportunities like this continue growing for Arizona students! #STEMEd #Arizona #SciTechInstitute
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
💡 Celebrate the 2026 International Day of Light on May 17 at the Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium! Enjoy FREE hands-on activities, demos, and exhibits exploring optics, photonics, and the science of light. 🔭✨ Learn more: www.aztechcouncil.org/event/2026-idl #LightDay2026 #STEM
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
🎢 Roller coasters are basically physics in motion. From speed and gravity to loops and safety systems, STEM is behind every twist and drop. ⚡🛠️📊 The next time your stomach drops on a ride… thank science 😄 #STEM #Physics #Engineering #SciTechInstitute
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SciTech Institute @scitech-institute.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
Looking for STEM camps this summer? ☀️🧪🚀 SciTech Institute’s website features a collection of exciting camps from across Arizona! Learn more about hands-on STEM experiences your kids will love all in one place. The full list here: scitechinstitute.org/stemcamps #STEM #SciTechInstitute
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