Plus – ongoing, interactive STEM experiments and activities for children of all ages

Interactive science experiments provided by Schenectady Museum & Suits Bueche Planetarium and the Children’s Museum of Science & Technology

The Future City Competition promotes awareness of STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) education at the middle school level by providing a fun and exciting hands-on application for sixth- seventh- and eighth-grade students  to present their vision of a city of the future.

Don’t miss the FORD – EPRI Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle…

Electric transportation will help the US achieve a low carbon future and greater energy independence. See this vehicle, up close and personal at the Back to School Expo!

Takes to the skies at Questar III’s booth using Microsoft Flight Simulator, a program that’s inspired thousands of young gamers to pursue real-life flight training. Choose from various missions and aircraft using a hands-on program praised by developers, players and pilots alike.  Questar III teacher John Mahony, a certified pilot and instructor with over 30 years of experience, will be on-hand to speak about careers in aviation and the science, technology, engineering and math associated behind them.

Kid’s won’t want to miss the Bubble Booth - step inside a giant bubble! Also enjoy Molecular modeling where you use a computer to build your own molecule. And finally, experience the MicroCam and guess the object you are looking at using a digital microscope!  

Visit The Albany Academies booth and make a 3D house with windows in less than a minute and experiment with science utilizing technology. Students and faculty from the Academies will be there to lead the hands-on demonstrations, so be sure to stop by!

Bring your kids to the Price Chopper Kid’s Cooking Club at the Price Chopper booth for hands-on healthy snack making.

Parents- learn more about NuVal nutrition scoring at Price Chopper, and the Luvin’ Lunchbox program.

Northeast Orthopaedics “World of Bones” where kids will experience three interactive stations to learn all about the world of bones:

Dem Bones, Dem Bones - An introduction to the skeletal system with hands-on activities including body building, bones games, and giveaways.
Breaking Up is Hard to Do - Experience a live demonstration of casting to show you what it’s like if you break a bone. X-rays of broken bones to view and splints for your broken fingers!
Kids Take A Turn Working in the Orthopaedic Operating Room - See actual operating room equipment in action as a shoulder is “repaired” with arthroscopic equipment. Kids, you’ll actually get a chance to operate! Dr. Kyle Flik and team will be live and in color.

Students and Parents can count on CSEA members throughout the school year—driving them safely to and from school; serving lunches; helping in the classrooms and hallways and keeping schools clean and safe. CSEA members are also early learning and care providers and health workers who strive to keep our kids healthy and happy. Learn about the many ways CSEA works for our communities, children and families every day.

Meet our physicians and staff and learn about a variety of pediatric healthcare issues from asthma control to autism spectrum disorders to recommended immunizations.

Healthy Eating - Test your luck at selecting a Healthy Breakfast

Clean Hands Demonstration with Glitter – Fun and educational for the kids!

The World of Autism - Learn all about Autism at our interactive display made just for kids, plus Vaccinations and Your Children - Learn why vaccines are so important for your children

Participating CapitalCare Medical Group Sites include:

• Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics
• Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
• Pediatrics Clifton Park
• Nutrition and Diabetes Center

Hey students! Get smart about energy at the NYSERDA exhibit. Test your knowledge about saving energy at home and school. See the Mad Energy House. Learn about a national contest, America’s Home Energy Challenge, and how you and your school can enter to win $200K in prizes. Pick up information about making your home energy efficient, reducing your utility bill and protecting the environment.

Come play a game at the Capital Communication Federal Credit Union table called “Over/Under!”  Add or multiply numbers and throw a ping-pong ball to receive a drawstring bag or a wristband. Plus we will be raffling off a $150 shopping spree to Crossgates Mall.