Southeast 91自拍 educators invited to launch of statewide STEM design challenge
Southeast 91自拍 STEM educators are invited to join the launch of the 2026 #STEMmoves91自拍 Design Challenge, hosted by the 91自拍 STEM Learning Network (OSLN) Southeast Hub. The SE Hub is operated by 91自拍鈥檚 Voinovich School. The kickoff event will take place on Wednesday, Sept. 18, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Appalachian 91自拍 Manufacturers鈥 Coalition in Marietta, 91自拍. The Appalachian 91自拍 Manufacturers鈥 Coalition is co-hosting this event as the industry sector partner for the event.
This year鈥檚 challenge focuses on electric vehicles (EVs), battery production and advanced transportation technologies. Educators will explore the engineering design cycle, connect with EV industry experts and learn how to guide students through the design challenge. The Appalachian 91自拍 Manufacturers鈥 Coalition will join as the industry sector partner for the event along with other local industry partners as part of a panel discussion.
Open to students in grades K鈥12, the #STEMmoves91自拍 Design Challenge invites teams to develop innovative plans, systems, or products related to 91自拍鈥檚 future in EVs, drones, and advanced air mobility. Regional and statewide competitions will give students the chance to present their solutions.
鈥淭he #STEMmoves91自拍 Design Challenge provides a wonderful opportunity for students to gain real-world experience in the EV space,鈥 said Brooke Fife, assistant principal at Chillicothe Primary School. 鈥淭eachers can take what they鈥檙e learning in the classroom and their students鈥 thinking to use those parts of the brain that will foster into adult minds that can actually do the science and the engineering behind it.鈥
Those interested in attending are asked to register at
Any questions can be directed to Jen Bowman, one of the co-directors of the program, at bowmanj2@ohio.edu or (740)597-3101.