October 2018
ChemiCon 2018: Outerspace!
ChemiCon 2018: Outerspace REGISTER HERE Grades 6-8 As part of National Chemistry Week, DHDC has teamed up with WTAMU and the American Chemical Society to create a day of experiential learning for area students. Through a series of hands-on learning activities and interactive demonstrations, students will investigate this year's National Chemistry Week theme, Outerspace: Chemistry Out of This World. EVENT DETAILS Reservation deadline is October 4, 2018. Register here. Education Partner Districts: FREE Non-Partner Districts: $5 per student Includes…
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5th Annual Egg Drop Engineering Competition
5th Annual Egg Drop Engineering Competition REGISTER HERE Grades 5-12 The messiest engineering competition in Texas is back for another round! Student teams will create their best egg-cradling device and bring it to DHDC for a 20-foot drop from our scissor lift. Avoid a gooey egg-splosion to earn max points. Awards are given for the top overall scores in each age division, best use of recycled materials and most innovative overall device design. EVENT DETAILS No entry fee for competition.…
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Christmas Spectacular
DHDC Christmas Spectacular REGISTER HERE - Event is full. Registration is closed. Grades K-5 This event sells out quickly, book early to reserve your spot! The DHDC Christmas Spectacular is a fun-filled day of holiday-themed activities which immerse students in interactive learning opportunities. Students will have a blast participating in activities like St. Nick's Science Show and making their own make-and-take activities. Teachers will love this hassle-free day of learning with no messy classroom to clean up afterward! The event…
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Weathering the Storm
Weathering the Storm: The Science of Severe Weather REGISTER HERE Grades K-5 Weathering the Storm: The Science of Severe Weather is a day full of weather-related activities including presentations by KAMR Chief Meteorologist John Harris* and storm chaser Jason Boggs* and the National Weather Service Amarillo, a hands-on weather learning lab with stations exploring the science of severe weather, and a one-day-only showing of Tornado Alley in the DHDC Space Theater, all designed for students to explore the science of severe…
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Chemists Celebrate Earth Day!
Chemists Celebrate Earth Day! REGISTER HERE Grades K-5 Join DHDC, West Texas A&M University, and the American Chemical Society as we celebrate our home planet and examine the chemistry of paper products with this year's theme, Take Note: The Chemistry of Paper. Students will explore the chemical compounds and capabilities of paper products through hands-on learning stations, interactive demonstrations, and special guest presentations. Groups are welcome to stay after the conclusion of the event for extra exhibit hall time if their…
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DHDC Catapult Challenge
DHDC Catapult Challenge REGISTER HERE Grades 5-12 Student teams will test their engineering and design skills and expand their knowledge of math and physics as they create and construct a catapult to compete for eternal glory! Awards will be given for top teams in each age division, along with non-point awards for the Fiercest Fighter (best overall catapult design) and the Innovator's Award (most creative or original catapult design). Event Details No entry fee for competition. Maximum of 5 students per team. Limit…
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