Middle and High School Students in grades 6-12
X-STEM Phoenix is a FREE in-person CONFERENCE-STYLE event for middle and high school students designed to empower and inspire kids about careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Attendees will be inspired by presentations from leading STEM role models, participate in Q&A sessions, learn by doing in hands-on workshops, interact with students from all over the county, and have fun while learning about exciting career opportunities in STEM! Emcee Bogi Lateiner, A.S.E. Master Technician, Educator, and Host of MotorTrend’s All Girls Garage & Garage Squad, will host the full-day event.
Registered attendees and school groups attending for the full day* will be assigned to view four stage presentations and one hands-on workshop session. *We understand that sometimes schools are required to leave the event early. Due to limited seating, we may not be able to assign early departing schools to a hands-on workshop.
X-STEM Phoenix is presented by West Pharma and the U.S. Space Force. Workshops are sponsored by the U.S. Air Force. Swag bags provided by Snap-on.
Thursday, December 8, 2022 | 9:30am to 2:00 pm MST | Mesa Convention Center
Middle and High School Students in grades 6-12
Free in-person conference featuring presentations and hands-on workshops given by STEM role models
Thursday December 8, 2022, 9:30am to 2pm, at the Mesa Convention Center
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