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Eighth annual STEMFest at Gila College, April 27

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Celebrating its eighth year in Globe-Miami, the Gila County STEMFest will showcase a variety of new activities and demonstrations.

STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) is everywhere.

The Gila County School Superintendent Office will host STEMFest at Gila Community College in conjunction with GCC’s annual Arbor Day Celebration.

Learn about Solar Power Car painting with the Globe Public Library. Watch the GHS robotics club demonstrate the First Lego Leagues, First Tech Challenge, and First Robotics Competition. Discover the roles pollinators play in food supply with Freeport McMoRan. Learn from the Sheriff’s Dive team how the specialized SCUBA dive gear is utilized and take the opportunity to tour the GCC Campus.

The event takes place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 27 at GCC, located at 8274 S. Six Shooter Canyon Rd. in Globe.

The Pinal Mountain Foundation for Higher Education will sell food to raise money for scholarships. STEMFest is a free community event that celebrates STEM and the many ways STEM affects daily lives. STEMFest is sponsored by the Gila County School Superintendent Office and Gila Community College.

For information, contact the Gila County Schools Office at 928-402-8788 or btarango@gilacountyaz.gov.