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STEP offers a variety of STEM events designed for all age groups—from elementary to high school. These events provide hands-on, engaging experiences that not only foster curiosity and creativity but also demonstrate the real-world applications of science, technology, engineering, and math. By participating, attendees gain valuable insights and skills that are applicable in educational settings and future career paths, making STEM both accessible and impactful for everyone in the community.
Brick City Engineer Challenge
STEM Based LEGO competition for Edgecombe County & Nash County elementary schools, grades 3-5. Schools compete at the individual school-level and culminate in a regional competition. The goal of this challenge is to spark interest, confidence and creative problem solving early in the STEM fields needed for our local workforce.
STEM Design Challenge
Students in grades 6-8 are challenged to build a motorized object using K'Nex, a versatile, creative construction product and a Cue Robot while practicing problem solving skills and working as a team. Consulting engineers from local companies engage with the teams prior to competition and share important work-based skills/concepts.
Invention Convention
Manufacturing competition featuring Maker Space technology to identify a problem and produce an original product that will help the community. The teams also develop and make marketing/business plans to entice investors. Consulting engineers from local companies engage with the teams prior to competition, sharing manufacturing concepts and project management skills.
Healthcare Connections
High school students have the opportunity to meet with healthcare professionals from a wide variety of careers. Healthcare Connections gives students hands-on experience and deep exploration into careers that peak interest. Popular healthcare careers among students are nursing, respiratory therapy and surgical technician.
Lunch with an Engineer
Lunch with an Engineer is a career exploration event for high school students. Both students and engineers share meaningful conversations and ask important questions regarding engineering careers while enjoying a pizza lunch.