2026 STEM Summit: Forge the Future

Step Inside the Advanced Manufacturing Industry at the 2026 STEM Summit! Are you ready to pull back the curtain and see what powers the future?

WHEN: Thursday, April 30, 2026

TIME: 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM

WHERE: Kickoff and Hands-On Experiences: CCAC, 8701 Perry Hwy, Pittsburgh, PA 15237 followed by Behind-the-Scenes Industry Tours.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Students in grades 8–12 with a curiosity for innovation! This is your opportunity to explore the tools, technologies, and skills that are revolutionizing the manufacturing industry.
Here’s what you’ll experience:
Exclusive Industry Access: Go behind the scenes with guided tours of advanced manufacturing facilities, where the future is being forged.
Inspiring Keynote: Hear from an industry leader about the incredible possibilities within advanced manufacturing.
Interactive Exhibits: Explore how CCAC is pushing boundaries and creating pathways to careers that shape the future.
This immersive experience will connect your unique talents, interests, and passions to career opportunities in advanced manufacturing. Learn how the combination of robotics, automation, and innovation is transforming industries, and how you can be part of it.
Unlock the secrets of advanced manufacturing and be inspired to build the future! Register today to secure your spot and get ready for an unforgettable experience.

COST:

Students (Grades 8–12):$30

Adult Chaperones (with student groups): Free

Individual Adult Attendees:$30

Chaperone Policy: we require one teacher or adult for every 10 students.

TEACHERS: If you are registering multiple students and wish to be billed via invoice, please email Marie Pelloni @[email protected] to get a group form.

Interested in sponsorship opportunities? Please contact Ashley Steckel, VP of Business Development, [email protected].

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