SARSEF

Since 1955, SARSEF has been a launchpad for young scientists, engineers, and innovators across Arizona. As we celebrate 70 years, we invite YOU to share how SARSEF has touched your life. Whether it was presenting a science project, mentoring students, or watching a loved one participate, every story enriches our history. Let’s build a collective memory together—one story at a time! ❤️ Share your stories and learn more at SARSEF.org/Sarsef70!

SARSEF is honored to be a recipient of a grant from the Arizona Community Foundation of Cochise! At a recent Celebration of Giving at Cochise College, we were recognized alongside other organizations, volunteers and philanthropists working to serve the Cochise region. Congratulations to all recipients, and thank you ACF for your support!

Ready to make a difference through SARSEF’s 70th Regional Science and Engineering Fair? Join our team as the 2025 SARSEF Judging Chair! The successful candidate will be contracted January 6 through March 14, 2025. Support young scientists and engineers and apply today at https://lnkd.in/g2DXN673!

Thank you to the Walmart Pharmacies at stores 4624, 3377, and 2922 for their continued investment in the future of STEM education in our community! We are grateful to Beauty, Jared, Victor, and Jennifer for taking the time to celebrate Walmart and SARSEF and continuing to Spark Good! #HWDaysofGiving #Sparkgood #STEM  #Science  #Engineering  #Math  #STEMEducation  #SarsefAz #Technology 

For nearly 70 years, the SARSEF Regional Science and Engineering Fair has been a staple of the Tucson and Southern Arizona community. Starting with just 120 projects from around the State, we’ve grown into one of the largest science fairs in the world!  As we celebrate this incredible milestone, we want to hear YOUR stories! Whether you were a student, judge, educator, volunteer, or supporter, your experiences help inspire the next generation of innovators. Plus, join us on February 7, 2025, for a special celebration honoring the past and inspiring our future together! Share your memories at SARSEF.org/Sarsef70!

SARSEF is partnering with Second Sky for their 1st Community Playdate and Open House! Explore their new event space and learning playground in-the-making, and find out more about the future of Second Sky, Tucson’s next community center. With interactive sculptures, science activities (by us!) games, a DJ, food and more, this is a free-for-all ages event you can't miss! Proceeds from Second Sky Snack BAR will benefit both SARSEF and Second Sky. Register for this free event at Bit.ly/SecondSky.

Looking to encourage Science Fair participation at your school, but don’t know where to start? Our Science Fair Director Conference is for you! Register today and learn how to elevate the science fair experience for young scientists and engineers. Workshop topics include: 👉 How to run a Science Fair 👉 Judging tips 👉 How to best support student research 👉 And more! Join us next Saturday, September 28, 2024, 9AM - 2PM, at Community Foundation of Southern Arizona (5049 E Broadway Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85711). Learn more about this free conference, thanks to our friends at the Broadcom Foundation, at https://lnkd.in/gtxAnUF8!

Last week, our own SARSEF Fair Director, Dani Wright, attended the INAUGURAL Science Fair Directors Institute Conference! Nearly 50 science fair directors from 32 states convened in Kansas City to build authentic research opportunities for students across the country. Special thanks to the Science Fair Directors Institute (SFDI) for creating this network and to all conference sponsors for making this possible. We can’t wait to highlight and celebrate over 70 years of SARSEF’s Regional Science and Engineering Fair with you in the coming months!

We’re less than a week away from kicking off our Science Night series! Register now for this FREE, family-friendly event at 5:30 PM next Thursday, September 12. Join us to learn more about SARSEF’s Racing the Sun program, a hands-on engineering program that challenges high school students to design, build, and race electric and solar-powered go-karts. Expect fun learning activities and a chance to win prizes!  Register today at bit.ly/SarsefScienceNight!

There’s still time for teachers to apply for AZ STEM Adventure! This one-day program aims to expand STEM education skills for 4th-8th grade teachers, while providing students with an exciting field trip that includes hands-on science opportunities led by local STEM professionals. In-person and virtual tracks are available. Sign up now at https://lnkd.in/gS7ZbQMr before applications close on September 6!