Space Apps Brookhaven is being organized by volunteers at Tesla Science Center at Wardenclyffe (TSCW).

Prior to the NASA Space Apps Challenge, TSCW will launch SpaceHack - Designing Tomorrow, Today a STEAM educational program for high school students in grades 9 through 11 to prepare them for participation in Space Apps. Inspired by the innovative spirit of Nikola Tesla, SpaceHack aims to ignite scientific curiosity, foster teamwork, and promote social responsibility.

Students will work with STEM instructors to dive into fundamentals of problem solving, working with data, and app design and development during two SpaceHack workshops on 9/21 and 9/28 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. each Saturday. Scientists from NASA and NOAA will also present on the science of space exploration and their work. The program's distinctive structure ensures an engaging learning experience, spotlighting the values of exploration, collaboration, and innovation. Meals and giveaways will also be provided!

You can now register high school students for the SpaceHack STEAM program at this link: https://teslasciencecenter.ticketing.veevartapp.com/tickets/view/list/hackathon-2024

All high school students MUST register in advance for SpaceHack at the link above for security reasons - there are NO WALK-INS at these sessions. Please email any questions to spacehack@teslasciencecenter.org for more information.

Very Important Note: high school students that register for TSCW SpaceHack MUST ALSO register separately here at the Space Apps website as Space Apps Brookhaven participants to take part in the NASA Space Apps Challenge! All virtual Space Apps participants are welcome to join our virtual site; there is no requirement to attend TSCW SpaceHack to participate virtually in Space Apps Brookhaven.

TSCW SpaceHack highly encourages students to bring their own laptops, but TSCW has a limited supply of laptops available for use during the program for students in need. Please note that we cannot guarantee allergen-free refreshments in meals.

If you are a Long Island teacher, administrator, or STEAM program manager, contact spacehack@teslasciencecenter.org to learn more about the SpaceHack program and the NASA Space Apps Challenge as we push the boundaries of what is possible through creativity and technology, nurture the next generation of innovators and explorers, and embark on a stellar journey inspired by Nikola Tesla's legacy!

Ideal Student Profile:

Students in grades 9, 10, and 11 with an interest in any science or technological field.
Creative minds fascinated with design, communication, game creation, or otherwise brimming with curiosity.
Individuals passionate about making a difference, embodying a volunteer spirit, social consciousness, and environmental focus.

Additional funding and support for the TSCW SpaceHack program has been provided by the Long Island Community Foundation, Grumman Aerospace, by Zebra Technologies and by our Tesla Science Center at Wardenclyffe annual partners.

United States

Brookhaven, NY