A Journey of Discovery
Arizona Science Center invests in the future by engaging teens who have a passion for STEM. Whether by mentoring students interested in pursuing a professional path or introducing kids to new STEM innovations during summer camp, the Science Center builds the foundation for the next generation of science and technology inventors and leaders.
Teen Events
Events for Teens, By Teens
Hosted by Arizona Science Center’s Teen Advisory Board, the teen events at the Center cater to students ages 13 and older with a curiosity for science, technology, engineering and math. Events range from in-person camps to virtual workshops and touch on a variety of STEM-inspired topics relevant to the teenage experience.
Interested in inspiring the next generation of innovators and scientists by being a panelist at an upcoming Panel Professionals event? Fill out this brief form!
Teen Tech IRL: E-Waste
November 2 | 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Grades 9-12 Only
$15 per Participant
How many electronic devices do you currently own? How many have you had before you threw them out? As technological advancements have met consumerism, electronic waste (or e-waste) has become one of Earth’s fastest-growing waste streams in the world. Not only does e-waste take up land mass, it also introduces health risks due to dangerous chemicals if not properly disposed of. So, what can we do about it?
The next generation of innovators is invited to Arizona Science Center’s next Teen Tech IRL, centered around this very issue! Teens in grades 9-12 will begin the day exploring the implications of this issue, then will be put into groups with the goal to design and prototype their new solutions. At the end of the day, teams will present their projects to a panel of judges for the chance to win exciting prizes.
Lunch will be provided.
Programs
Teen Advisory Board
High school students ages 15 and older work with the Science Center’s leadership team and local organizations to develop, test and implement new content, programs and exhibits.
Volunteers
Teens 15 and older participate in volunteer projects, such as leading activities in the Science Center or prepping science kits for schools around Arizona—even getting a chance to earn service-learning credits.
CAMP INNOVATION
Students join 5-day camps on a variety of STEM education topics from June–July.
Resources
Financing College
A virtual workshop with tips on how to pay for higher education. Hosted by experts, moderated by Teen Advisory Board members.
College Admissions
A virtual workshop that goes behind-the-scenes with university experts on applying for, and getting accepted into, college.
Finding the Right Fit
A virtual workshop that helps high school students weight the pros and cons of which college is best suited to them.
Questions?
Our New Audience Experiences Unit can answer all your questions about Arizona Science Center's teen offerings. Contact them at 602.716.2000 ext. 213 or email Elizabeth Garcia-Martinez at elizabeth.garcia@azscience.org
It’s so much better to visit Arizona Science Center as a teenager because you’re older and you can actually start to grasp the science at play.
Clayton Kingsley - Teen Advisory Board member
An Event for Every Interest
Any questions about teen offerings? Contact Elizabeth Garcia at elizabeth.garcia@azscience.org.