Teacher Programming

Student Programming

Equipment Loan

Wishing Scott Ragan a Happy Retirement!

After nearly 30 years of dedicated service, Scott Ragan, Assistant Director of The Science House, is retiring on July 31, 2026. Scott has been the backbone of The Science House from supporting our staff to streamlining operations to elevating teacher professional development. His career highlights include coordinating impactful NSF initiatives and directing a U.S. Department of Education MSP project in the physical sciences. Scott’s contributions have left a lasting mark on STEM education. Thank you, Scott, for your incredible commitment!

For future questions regarding The Science House, you can reach Jason Painter at jlpainte@ncsu.edu, and for inquiries about Modeling Instruction or SEP professional development, you can contact Grace Carroll at glpowel2@ncsu.edu.

A Look Inside the Catalyst 
Summer Session


Our Catalyst students are diving deep into high-impact fields this summer, exploring everything from biotechnology and cybersecurity to crucial self-advocacy skills. Through engaging guest presentations, students are gaining critical insights into navigating the AI world and preparing for the college journey.

Our students already building real-world experience, with many students stepping into summer internships across NC State University, including the Music Technology department and Plant and Microbial Science. Catalyst continues to prepare these bright minds to face future challenges with absolute confidence.

We are incredibly proud to see our students tackling future challenges with confidence and skill!

STEM to Your Doorstep 
at the Coastal Office

Looking for engaging, hands-on STEM resources for your K-5 classroom? The Coastal Office of The Science House at NC State University offers a free equipment loan program and this professional development is designed specifically for elementary educators!


Through our STEM to Your Doorstep program, teachers can borrow developmentally appropriate probeware from Xploris, STEM trade books, makerspace materials, robots, and other hands-on resources that bring science and engineering to life. Best of all, we provide the training and support you need so you'll feel confident using these materials with your students.

Join us at the Coastal Satellite Office on for an exciting, hands-on STEM professional development session!

When: September 25, 2026 (9 AM - 3 PM) 
Where: CMAST in Morehead City

Who: K-5 Teachers

Earn: 0.5 CEU credits (5 instructional hours)

Cost: Only $65 (Includes snacks, drinks, and free parking)

Don't miss this chance to bring thousands of dollars of world-class STEM experiences straight to your students for free. Spaces are limited, so secure your spot today!


NC Science Olympiad Updates

📅 Save the Date: Coaches Conference 


The 2026 North Carolina Science Olympiad (NCSO) Coaches Conference is officially on the calendar.

When: October 16–17, 2026

Where: McKimmon Center, NC State University

Registration details and schedules are coming soon. For now, block out your calendar and prepare your team for success!

💻 Information Session for the Conference 


Curious about what we will offer this year? Join us for a live preview of the 2026 conference. Get an exclusive sneak peek at the session lineup, preview the list of event supplies, and get your questions answered live.

Date: Thursday, August 27, 2026

Time: 6:00 PM

Platform: Zoom

Learn more at go.ncsu.edu/coaches

📏 Rules Release Dates



The official event rules for the upcoming Science Olympiad season are on the way! Division A rules will drop first on August 3rd. For Division B/C, rules will be released on September 8th. All manuals will be available as free digital downloads.


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