Students had the opportunity to become “scientists for a night” at a free STEM Family Night hosted at Discovery Elementary School. The event featured more than 20 hands on activity stations where kids explored science, technology, engineering, and math through experiments such as building lava lamps, digging for fossils, slime science, LEGO engines, and microscope demonstrations.
The event was designed to spark curiosity and help students see STEM as something interactive and full of possibility. Activities also included live demonstrations led by experts, including a physics presentation from researchers at Idaho National Laboratory.
Opportunities like this help build interest in science and technology at an early age and contribute to developing the future workforce that will support key industries across Eastern Idaho.
At Regional Economic Development for Eastern Idaho, we focus on strengthening the region’s long term economic vitality by supporting education, workforce development, and innovation. Encouraging students to explore STEM helps ensure Eastern Idaho continues to grow as a place where talent, opportunity, and industry thrive.
Read more here: https://www.eastidahonews.com/2026/03/students-can-become-scientists-for-a-night-with-a-fun-hands-on-free-event-at-this-elementary-school/