Schools and Teachers

Field trips to the Center for Excellence in STEM Education

What are makerspace field trips?

We’re about supporting students’ natural curiosity and the unique perspectives they bring to solving problems. We’re about giving students authentic opportunities to make an impact on the world. Our space is designed with this in mind. Our field trips are based on the design thinking framework with a focus on the following skills

• Accessing empathy
• Identifying needs
• Ideating
• Prototyping
• Iterating
• Communicating ideas

Our environment is organized to inspire students and support instruction. We believe that materials are tools for thinking and learning. Whether we use recycled materials or robots, art supplies or blocks, all field trips will ultimately be focused on one or more of the above tenets.

What is helpful to know before I register my class?

We ask that each teacher interested in a makerspace field trip, completes the form below for their individual class. This keeps contact information readily available and streamlines scheduling and keeps communication clear.

Professional development 

We're excited to collaborate with schools and teachers. Have a specific idea in mind? We have options for one-time workshops and ongoing professional development for groups and schools. Connect with us to start the conversation.