1st Maker Space

Giveaway 2 is a Bambu X1C 3D printer. Entries close tomorrow, Nov 7 at 1 pm EST. Sign up at 1stmakerspace.com/nsta At #NSTAIndy26? Demos at Booth 1169 all day.

Giveaway 1 is a set of eight Dash robots. New newsletter signups by Sat, Nov. 7th 1 pm EST are entered at 1stmakerspace.com/nsta At #NSTAIndy26? 3D printing demo at Booth 1169 this afternoon.

#NSTAIndy26 starts today. We're at Booth 1169 all week and at the STEM Showcase in the Exhibit Hall this afternoon. Haven't entered the giveaway? Sign up by Sat, 1 pm EST at 1stmakerspace.com/nsta

Hands-on learning connects cultures and communities! 1st Maker Space was proud to participate in SHPE STEM Familia Fest, inspiring families through creativity, exploration, and STEM. Every child deserves the opportunity to create, innovate, and discover! #STEMForAll

Our #NSTAIndy26 schedule. Demos at Booth 1169 Thursday and Friday, plus sessions in Marriott Ballroom 2 and Room 107. Giveaway entries close Sat, Nov 7 at 1 pm EST at 1stmakerspace.com/nsta

At @eastersealshq Easterseals Northeast Indiana, Kristen is using a laser cutter to turn creativity into entrepreneurship. Her story reminds us that hands-on learning builds confidence, real-world skills, and independence. 1stmakerspace.com/blog/from-…

Giveaway 2 is a Bambu X1C 3D printer for your classroom or makerspace. New newsletter signups by Nov 7, 1 pm EST are entered at 1stmakerspace.com/nsta #NSTAIndy26

1st Maker Space is excited to join the STEM Showcase at #NSTACON26 in Indianapolis! We can't wait to connect with educators and administrators and share our passion for hands-on STEM learning. Learn more: nsta.org/national-conference… #STEMShowcase #1stMakerSpace

Giveaway 1 is a set of eight Dash robots, enough for a whole class to code in small groups. Sign up for our newsletter by Nov 7, 1 pm EST to enter at 1stmakerspace.com/nsta #NSTAIndy26

Two classroom giveaways, no NSTA badge required. 8 Dash robots and a Bambu X1C 3D printer, drawn Nov 7. New newsletter signups are entered at 1stmakerspace.com/nsta #NSTAIndy26

From learners to innovators! At McCullough Academy @GarySchools in Gary, IN, students are building confidence, creativity, and problem-solving skills through hands-on STEM learning. See how these young makers are thriving! 1stmakerspace.com/blog/from-… #MadeToMake #STEM

Headed to #NSTAIndy26? Find us at Booth 1169, Indiana Convention Center, Nov 4 to 7. We're giving away 8 Dash robots and a Bambu X1C 3D printer. Sign up for our newsletter to enter at 1stmakerspace.com/nsta/

25% OFF our Mobile Maker Storage Tower while supplies last! Get organized with 10 sturdy storage bins, premium birch plywood construction, and easy-roll casters. Perfect for projects, tools, and maker supplies. Email [email protected] for details.

Building or expanding a makerspace can feel overwhelming. From STEM kits and basic materials to 3D printers, laser cutters, storage, and professional development, choosing the right resources starts with your goals, space, and budget Read the full blog: 1stmakerspace.com/blog/maker…

Featured Makerspace: @duggerunionbul1 Dugger Union Jr./Sr. High School! Students are building real-world skills through CNC machines, laser design, carpentry, engineering challenges, and more while exploring future career pathways. Read more: 1stmakerspace.com/blog/featu…

25% OFF while supplies last! Our Mobile Mini Maker Storage Tower makes it easy to keep makerspace materials organized, accessible, and ready for hands-on learning. Visit shop.1stmakerspace.com/store… or contact [email protected] to take advantage of this special offer.

Featured Product: @GetTeacherGeek Maker Cart 2.0 Bring hands-on engineering to your classroom with 18,000+ reusable components, 60+ challenges, classroom-ready tools, and standards-aligned activities for Pre-K–12 learners. Build. Test. Improve. Repeat.

Professional development should fit the school, not the other way around. At Granville Wells Elementary, each grade level attended PD during prep time, focusing on one makerspace tool. Customized, hands-on, and designed around their needs.

New Indiana Grant Opportunity! The Opportunity to Learn Project offers eligible Indiana schools funding to expand programs that remove barriers to student success. Planning grants: $50K–$100K Deadline: Sept. 15 Interested? Let’s start planning! Email [email protected].

STEM kits do more than teach concepts. They help students experiment, problem-solve, collaborate, and learn from failure. This month’s blog explores how hands-on STEM experiences build confident problem-solvers. Read more: 1stmakerspace.com/blog/stem-…