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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-points 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 of 10…

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…

EGG DROP REGISTRATION FORM 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. Maximum of 5 students…

Additional dates added for 2019! CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR REGISTRATION FORM. 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 also includes a…

WEATHERING THE STORM REGISTRATION FORM  Grades K-5 As part of Texas Severe Weather Awareness Week, join DHDC and our special guests for an interactive learning adventure where students will explore the science of severe weather and learn how to safely weather the storm. Experience a hands-on weather learning lab with stations exploring the science of severe weather and a special showing of Forces of Nature in the DHDC Space Theater. Each activity allows students to explore the science of severe weather…

CELEBRATE EARTH DAY REGISTRATION FORM Grades K-5 Join DHDC, West Texas A&M University, and the American Chemical Society as we celebrate our home planet and examine how we can protect Earth through Chemistry. This year's theme will let students explore various ways to recycle, reduce, and reuse by using chemistry. Groups will explore hands-on learning, listen to guest presentations, and participate in interactive demonstrations from DHDC, WTAMU and the American Chemical Society. Event Details Event includes hands-on learning activities, interactive…

CATAPULT CHALLENGE REGISTRATION FORM 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 of…

DISTANCE LEARNING VIRTUAL DEMONSTRATION St. Nick’s Science Show For schools unable to travel this holiday season, we have virtual options to keep your students in the holiday spirit and learning at the same time! Ever wonder how Santa fits down the chimney? Or how his sleigh flies? Well, a little bit of Christmas Spirit, joyful cheer, and Santa's magic is all you need to be a part of this winter wonder Science Live show! Join us for St. Nick's Science…

**NEW** VIRTUAL SCIENCE LAB Ooey Gooey Grinch Science Virtual labs include materials for your entire class to participate in a holiday-themed science experiment in the classroom, while we teach via zoom (or preferred platform). Join us as we guide your students through the Grinch's favorite activity: testing and creating different oozes! Variables, constants, solutions, mixtures, and physical vs. chemical changes are just a few of the scientific principles we will investigate in this interactive lab. Classroom kits will be delivered…