Family Science Opportunity Shared for Central Arkansas Students
A post circulating on Facebook is sparking excitement among parents and educators in Conway and surrounding areas, highlighting a unique STEM learning opportunity for students across Central Arkansas.
Shared by a local parent on Facebook, the program was described as:
“A fun and FREE science day for families with middle and high school students — hands-on experiments, exhibits, and even robotics demos!”
🧪 What’s the Event?
The program, organized by the Arkansas STEM Coalition, is a Family Science Discovery Day designed to encourage students’ interest in science, technology, engineering, and math. Hosted in collaboration with local universities and tech partners, the event promises:
- Live demonstrations by UCA and Hendrix College professors
- Robotics and coding exhibits led by high school STEM teams
- Take-home science kits for younger siblings
- College and career booths focused on STEM pathways
The event will be held at the Museum of Discovery in Little Rock, with buses available from select schools in Faulkner County.
👨👩👧 A Day for Families
What makes the event especially appealing is its family-friendly format — parents are encouraged to attend alongside their children. Organizers say it’s not just about inspiring kids, but helping families understand what opportunities are available locally and statewide.
“So many kids don’t realize STEM isn’t just for tech geniuses — it can be art, it can be engineering, it can be medicine,” said one event coordinator.
📍 Event Details
- Event: Central Arkansas Family STEM Discovery Day
- Date: Saturday, April 27, 2025
- Time: 10 AM – 2 PM
- Location: Museum of Discovery, Little Rock
- Cost: Free (pre-registration encouraged)
- Register here: Event Registration Link
📚 More Local STEM Opportunities
Parents in the comments also shared a few additional ongoing programs and camps for curious young minds:
- UCA Community Education STEM Camps
- Conway Makerspace Classes at the Library
- Girls Who Code - Central AR Chapter
🚀 A Chance to Explore & Dream
With summer around the corner, events like this are a great way for students to see science in action, meet role models in STEM careers, and get inspired.
“My son went last year and still talks about the robot that played basketball,” shared one Conway mom.
Parents are encouraged to RSVP soon, as spots tend to fill quickly.