Star Wars Day, May the Fourth Be with You: Real-World Connections—And Beyond

Star Wars Day, celebrated annually on May 4, is an unofficial international holiday dedicated to honoring the beloved Star Wars film franchise. Star Wars has inspired generations of scientists and engineers to pursue careers in robotics, aerospace, and physics, aiming to turn fictional technology into reality.

Cool Bots and “Mecha-Stars” Bringing Robotics to Life

National Robotics Week is celebrated from the first Saturday in April every year. In 2025, it takes place from April 5 to 12. The weeklong series of events and activities are aimed at increasing public awareness of the growing importance of “robo-technology” and the tremendous social and cultural impact that it will have on the future of the United States.

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Each month we publish newsletters full of digital learning, funding, professional growth, social media, and STEM resources. Below are items from our blogs and newsletters that educators turned to the most in February.