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Welcome to the Challenger Learning Center!
Please note that we are exclusively open to schools, organizations, and homeschool groups for full-day STEM experiences. Thank you for understanding we do not offer tours to the general public. Our focus is on providing immersive educational programs for students in grades 5-8 and summer programs for grades K-8. We look forward to inspiring young minds through hands-on STEM experiences at the Challenger Learning Center.
Sign up now for our KidWind Challenge 2025!
Wed., Feb. 12
We are hosting the second Central Illinois KidWind Challenge Feb. 12, 2025. The event is open to all school, Scout, and homeschool groups. Teams of 4-6 kids will build a model wind turbine of their own design, bring their model to the competition and test how much power their turbine can generate in the KidWind tunnel. You can have multiple teams for each school, but no more than 4 chaperones per entire group.
What you get:
- FREE substitute pay for teachers
- FREE travel expenses AND FREE lunch for all
- FREE supplies to build entries
- FREE swag for teachers and students day of competition
Reserve space for your team(s) by clicking here SIGN UP NOW!
Registration deadline is Jan.10.
Educators, sign up now for STEM experiences!
Teachers, foster your students' love for STEM by booking in-person or virtual missions! Enjoy prep-free lessons built specifically for hands-on or live-online delivery and engage your students in interactive fun!