Get Involved – Get STEM

Check out the Engineering Machine Design Contest! Each year a competition theme is chosen to guide the machine build and allow for whimsical creativity to flourish. Students are able to explore science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) principles while having fun in a collaborative environment.

Make sure to make time to attend the MTEEA Fall Conference with MRCA, September 26th, 2025.The Minnesota Technology and Engineering Educators Association’s Conference marks the 47th anniversary of Minnesota’s premiere technology education conference in St. Cloud.

Don’t miss the MN STEM Bookfest on October 12, 2025 hosted by the Bakken in partnership with the MTN (MN Tech Network). The day includes: Author Discussion Panels; Hands-on Family Activities and a STEM-themed Marketplace: books, products, and more!

It’s that time of year- Robotics season! Learn more about tournaments and upcoming events with High Tech Kids!

Celebrate 50 years with the Bakken this October! October 10-12, 2025 the Bakken will be celebrating it’s 50th Birthday. Join the party!

Get ready for CTE Works this fall on November 12-13 in Minneapolis. The Career and Technical Summit is Minnesota’s largest conference convening career and technical education leaders, educators, community partners, workforce, business and industry, and K-12 and higher education. The Summit serves as a platform for learning, sharing best practices, addressing critical issues in CTE, raising awareness, and discussing current trends in education.

Don’t miss the International Institute of Minnesota’s FIRST STEM Resource Career Fair on November 5th, 2025 from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm.  This event is designed to spark interest in technical and scientific career paths, highlighting in-demand, lucrative opportunities in skilled trades and advanced technologies.

Save the date! This fall the Applied AI conference is coming on November 3rd! If you are interested in providing a session at the conference, proposals are currently being accepted.  

The Annual AISES National Conference is a unique, three-day event focusing on educational, professional, and workforce development for Indigenous peoples of North America and the Pacific Islands in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) studies and careers. The conference is open to anyone who wishes to participate and learn.

Join NSTA November 13-15 for the premier gathering for science and STEM educators. Bring your most innovative ideas, connect with fellow professionals and industry leaders, and leave with fresh insights and creative strategies to inspire imaginative learning and boost student engagement. s possibilities await!

Check out the Science Museum STEM Adventure Saturdays! What’s so special about Saturdays? Everything! They are celebrating the best day of the week with a whole slate of unique programming themed to science paths curated just for you. Come to the museum on Saturdays to discover the possibilities!

Looking for MORE STEM?
Check out these calendars with our learning partners.