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San Benito County Office of Education STEAM Expo 2025
The annual San Benito County Office of Education STEAM Expo will be held on Thursday, March 13, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Veteran’s Memorial Building (649 San Benito Street) in Downtown Hollister.
The SBCOE STEAM Expo is an exciting event that combines the thrill of a science fair with interactive, hands-on learning for all ages. Families can explore a wide range of activities, from engaging science experiments to creative play stations, all designed to spark curiosity and inspire learning in science, technology, engineering, art, and
mathematics. Attendees will also receive a student gift bag filled with free STEAM kits and fun surprises. This family-friendly event offers something for everyone, making it the perfect night for both learning and play!
The STEAM Expo is open to all students across San Benito County, including:
Public Schools
Private Schools
Homeschools
Students of all grade levels are invited to present their projects and demonstrations in the following categories:
Demonstrations: Show how something works in a captivating way!
Experiments: Engage your peers with hands-on science!
o Guidelines for Traditional Experimental Projects
Math Projects: Explore the world of mathematics through creative presentations!
Art Projects: Express your creativity and artistic skills!
Hands-On STEAM Activities: Participate in interactive sessions and demonstrations throughout the event led by the following organizations:
– IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) Circuit Building Activity
– USDA-NRCSÂ Archeologist Kelly Ervin – Excavation Activity
– San Benito Robotics Sumo Bot Build and Battle Station
– Hollister Fire Department Fire Triangle/ Fire Pump and Calculations
– Recology Art Poster Contest
– Dr. Larry Barr – Hands-on Chemistry
– RAFT – Makers Space
– Hollister Hills – Wildlife Exhibit
-San Benito County – PIO Rosemerry Dere – Video Production/Social Media
-Julia Robinson Math Festival – Math Games
-San Benito County Free Library – Lego Challenge
-The Tech Interactive – Design Challenge
All participants are eligible for various awards, with special recognition for traditional science fair projects that qualify for the California State competition. Lots of raffle prizes and giveaways for every family, including fidget toys, age-appropriate books on social-emotional learning, and other wellness items Registration and additional information, can be found at https://bit.ly/2025SBCOESTEAM or by contacting Tony Balbas us at 831-637-5393 Ext 129 or tbalbas@sbcoe.org.