Schedule
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Summer 2026 Events
| Date | Event Title | Event Description | Event Time |
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| Tuesday, June 16th | Grand Escape Room |
The Grand Escape Room offers a unique opportunity to build critical skills through collaboration, problem-solving, and logical reasoning. This activity encourages students to use teamwork, problem-solving, and time management to persevere under pressure. |
10:00-12:00 |
| Wednesday, June 17th | Yellowstone Art Museum | Students will enjoy a tour of the gallery exhibits, followed by a corresponding studio lesson from the Museum Art Educator. This is a great opportunity to learn about art education pathways! | 9:30-12:00 |
| Thursday, June 18th | Explore Engineering – Build A Walking Robot | Inspired by the design of wind-up toys, students will implement basic engineering to customize their very own robot. Using lightweight materials, we will explore gears, circuits, and other STEM concepts. | 9:00-11:00 |
| Friday, June 19th | Motion and Stability: Drift Motorcycles | Using illustrated blueprint instructions, students will learn how to construct handheld electric-powered motorcycles. Students will test scientific principles such as friction and force using traction tape and ramps in this activity. | 9:00-11:00 |
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| Tuesday, June 23rd | Billings Clinic MedFlight |
Billings Clinic MedFlight is an emergency air transport service operating as a flying intensive care unit across Montana, Wyoming, and the Rocky Mountain region. This 24/7 specialized care team is a crucial part of our community. Join us for a special opportunity to tour their hangar and explore their fixed-wing aircraft. The pilots and crew look forward to answering your questions, especially regarding medical careers and piloting pathways. |
8:30-10:30 |
| Wednesday, June 24th | Starlab Planetarium Dome |
Starlab is an immersive, inflatable planetarium dome designed for students to explore the night sky, constellations, planets, and space-science in a hands-on way. Inside the dome, we will identify major constellations and their stories, explore how stars move across the sky, learn about planets in our solar system, and discuss space exploration and real-world STEM connections. We are partnering with Girl Scouts of Montana and Wyoming to present this activity. |
9:00-12:00 |
| Thursday, June 25th | Zoo Montana Volunteering |
Get involved in the community by volunteering at our local zoo! Students will spend time working together on gardening projects and cleanup before enjoying an opportunity to explore the grounds. Dress appropriately for the weather and remember to bring a bottle of water. Sunscreen and Lunch will be provided. |
9:30-1:00 |
| Friday, June 26th | Cyber Security and Digital Wellness |
Including interactive games and prizes, this workshop connects digital wellness and online behavior to school performance and future goals! Join us for an educational workshop focused on cybersecurity and good cyber-stewardship. Students will leave with the understanding that their digital choices can affect not only their online safety, but their reputation and overall success. |
9:00-12:00 |
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| Tuesday, June 30th | Montana Academy of Salons |
This tour allows students a hands-on opportunity to explore different educational pathways within the cosmetology trade. Whether you’re interested in barbering, esthetics, massage therapy, or manicuring, staff and students will be available to answer your questions! As an accredited institution that accepts federal financial aid, this is a great local option for students. |
9:00-12:00 |
| Wednesday, July 1st | Artificial Intelligence Mini-Camp |
Give your student a smart start with artificial intelligence! We are partnering with Code Girls United to provide this educational activity. In this two-day camp, students will explore AI, discuss responsible use, and examine how AI is transforming the world. Through hands-on activities and real-world examples, participants will build AI awareness, learn the importance of ethical AI use, and discover practical tools and applications. Students will leave ready to navigate a tech-driven future! Lunch will be provided. |
8:45-1:15 |
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| Tuesday, July 7th | Photonics and Quantum Science Day Trip |
High school students are invited to explore two of the fastest growing STEM fields in Montana, photonics and quantum science. During this exciting career exploration day, students will tour advanced labs at Montana State University, engage in interactive activities, and experience how these cutting‑edge technologies are generating specialized scientific careers in our own backyard. The day trip will include a campus walk and lunch at Rendezvous dining hall, followed by an exclusive visit to a local business partner to learn how innovators turn research into high‑tech industry opportunities. Space is limited, reserve your spot today! |
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| Wednesday, July 8th | Salvation Army Volunteering |
Join us in volunteering to help with food preparation for those in need! This is a great opportunity to impact your community in a supportive, hands-on environment. Students meet on-site at 2100 6th Ave N. |
10:00-12:00 |
| Thursday, July 9th | Salvation Army Volunteering |
Salvation Army’s Thrift Store is providing an opportunity for high school students to help sort donations, organize merchandise, and support a mission that gives back to the community. Students meet on-site at 2100 6th Ave N. |
10:00-12:00 |
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| Tuesday, July 14th | Rocky Vista University Tour |
Students are invited to visit Rocky Vista University’s College of Osteopathic Medicine, our city’s first medical school. Explore the school’s learning spaces and hear from real medical students about what they do every day. Whether you already want to pursue a career in the medical field or are just curious, this tour is a fun way to learn, ask questions, and imagine your future! |
1:30-3:30 |
| Wednesday, July 15th | TRIO Reality Fair |
This event, created in partnership with the Montana Department of Labor & Industry, gives students a chance to explore what adult life can look like after pursuing different educational pathways. The goal is to help students better understand how career decisions shape our lives and long-term financial well-being.Top of Form Upon arrival, students will choose a career, receive a corresponding income and credit score, and make decisions about real life expenses like housing, food, transportation, student loan debt and various types of entertainment. As students work through these choices, they begin to see how income directly connects to lifestyle and financial priorities. The experience ends with a chance to review their budget alongside a financial professional and talk through how to balance spending. Students may then repeat the process with their newfound knowledge. |
9:00-11:30 |
| Thursday, July 16th | Salvation Army Volunteering (HS Students Only) |
Salvation Army’s Thrift Store is providing an opportunity for high school students to help sort donations, organize merchandise, and support a mission that gives back to the community. Students meet on-site at 2100 6th Ave N. |
10:00-12:00 |
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| Tuesday, August 11th - Thursday, August 13th | College Tour Trip |
Join us on our College Tour Trip! This experience provides an opportunity to look at different academic programs and environments. We will explore a variety of campuses, including Miles Community College, Black Hills State University, South Dakota School of Mines & Technology, Western Dakota Technical College, and Sheridan College. In addition to campus tours, we will experience Mount Rushmore! All high school students are welcome, but space is limited. Reserve your spot today! |
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