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📺 Catch the CBS News Report on our Mission to Mars Press Conference! 🚀 https://loom.ly/tA4WoO0 We’re thrilled to share that CBS and FOX5 highlighted our unforgettable press conference at the San Diego Air & Space Museum! It was truly the event of the year for our young space explorers. We’re beyond excited to announce the top three contest winners and the designer of the Mission Patch! Be part of the future of exploration—get your copy today at BeAthenian.org #MissionToMars #BeAthenian #SDASM #BookClub

Join us for the Mission to Mars Press Conference, a one-of-a-kind event celebrating young minds in STEM and space exploration on National STEM Day! Held at the prestigious San Diego Air & Space Museum, this press conference will unveil the Mission to Mars book and the incredible work of student finalists selected from across the U.S. Event Highlights ✅ Keynote Speaker: Aerospace engineer and author Julie Newman, with experience at SpaceX, NASA JPL, and Boeing, will deliver an inspiring address on her career in the space industry and the power of STEM to shape the future. ✅ Awards & Recognition: We’ll announce the top three winning stories selected for publication in the Mission to Mars book, along with the unveiling of the winning Mission Patch design—a symbol of exploration and creativity! ✅ Student Voices: Meet the five young finalists, hear their stories, and celebrate their visions of space exploration and life on Mars. Event Details 📍 Location: San Diego Air & Space Museum 📅 Date: Friday, November 8, 2024 🕒 Time: 9:00 AM Pacific Time Why Attend? This event is perfect for educators, students, families, and anyone passionate about STEM education and space exploration. It’s a unique opportunity to witness the creativity of the next generation of innovators and to gain insights from industry experts driving advancements in aerospace and beyond. Don’t miss this inspiring morning celebrating young talent, imagination, and the limitless possibilities of space!

🎉 Celebrate National STEM Day with us! 🎉 The Mission to Mars livestream kicks off in just ONE HOUR! Will you be there to find out which stories made it into the Mission to Mars Anthology? And who designed the winning Mission Patch? Get ready for an inspiring reveal featuring young minds who are shaping the future of space exploration! 📅 Don’t miss it! Tune in at 9 a.m. PT to join the excitement! Join us on Athenian's YouTube channel: @BeAthenianSTEM or click this link: https://loom.ly/b2hbjJg #NationalSTEMDay #MissionToMars #FutureInnovators #Livestream #BeAthenian #SDASM

🚀 Meet Mission to Mars Finalist: Clark Balboa! A 7th grader from Arizona, impressed us with his visionary storytelling and creativity, imagining what life could look like on a 30-day mission to Mars! As a finalist, Clark's story stands out for its ingenuity and daring spirit, capturing the challenges and wonders of space travel. Show some love for Clark and stay tuned as we get ready to announce the winners tomorrow on National STEM Day! #MissionToMars #FutureAstronaut #STEMDay #BeAthenian #SDASM

🚀 Meet Mission to Mars Finalist: Sam Hugi, an 8th grader, is one of the standout young writers in the Mission to Mars contest! His story takes us on an imaginative journey to Mars, filled with adventure and innovation, embodying the pioneering spirit of future explorers. Let’s cheer on Sam as we get ready to announce the winners tomorrow on National STEM Day! #MissionToMars #FutureExplorer #STEMDay #BeAthenian #SDASM

🌟 Big news! 🌟 Jaidyn has been shortlisted in the Mission to Mars contest! 🚀 Out of hundreds of young storytellers across the nation, Jaidyn’s vision for the future of space exploration has earned her a spot among the top finalists. Her creativity and imagination are taking her one step closer to being a published author! Could Jaidyn’s story be one of the winning tales featured in the Mission to Mars book? Follow along as we await the big reveal at the press conference! Let’s cheer Jaidyn on as she reaches for the stars! ✨ #MissionToMars #FutureInnovators #STEMJourney #Inspired #SDASM #STEMday

🎉 Exciting news! 🎉 Tommy has been shortlisted in the Mission to Mars contest, joining young visionaries from across the country who are ready to take on the future of space exploration! 🚀 From hundreds of submissions, Tommy’s story stood out for its imagination, creativity, and a unique vision for life on Mars. Let’s show Tommy some love as he prepares for the big announcement—could he be one of the final published writers? Stay tuned for more updates as we countdown to the Mission to Mars press conference! 🏆 #MissionToMars #STEMStars #FutureExplorers #ProudMoment #SDASM #STEMday

On November 8, Athenian is taking National STEM Day to new heights with the Mission to Mars Press Conference, live from the San Diego Air & Space Museum! Join us as we reveal the top student authors selected for publication in the Mission to Mars: Space Diary, celebrate the winning Mission Patch design, and hear from our keynote speaker, Julie Newman—engineer, author, and STEM advocate. #BeAthenian #MissionToMars #STEMday #NationalSTEMday #SDASM #DiscoverSDASM #Mars #GirlsinSTEM #ExploreSpace

TECHNOLOGY CLUE: Get ready to explore Athenian’s Discovery Zone! Here, you’ll uncover the secrets behind building Allvan trucks. But there’s a hidden challenge waiting at the Athenian mural—how many Allvan logos can you spot? Count carefully, and may the sharpest eyes win! example: It was like playing Where’s Waldo! I counted 5 Allvan on the mural! @Allvan.USA @BeAthenian #STEAMfest #PhotoHunt @alabamascience copy and paste: I came, I searched, I found ____ Allvan logos on the mural! @Allvan.USA @BeAthenian #STEAMfest #PhotoHunt @alabamascience For more information visit: BeAthenian.org @CBSbank @AlabamaScience @AllvanUSA

ART CLUE: Strike a pose at one of Athenian’s vibrant mural walls! Capture your creativity in a photo and share what you dream of becoming when you grow up. Let your imagination shine! example: Struck a pose at the Athenian mural! ✨ Dreaming big about my future—today a student, tomorrow an aerospace engineer! Loved capturing this moment at #STEAMfest with all the color and creativity. What’s your big dream? @BeAthenian #PhotoHunt @alabamascience copy and paste (or create your own): Feeling inspired at the Athenian mural! Had to capture this moment and share what I want to be when I grow up: [future career]! This #STEAMfest Photo Hunt has me dreaming big and ready to take on the world. 🌍✨ @BeAthenian #PhotoHunt @alabamascience #FutureGoals #PictureYourFuture For more information visit: BeAthenian.org/photo-hunt @CBSbank @AlabamaScience @AllvanUSA