Denver Public Schools STEAM Expo logo featuring hexagonal photos of students and families engaging in STEAM activities

2025 FEATURED EXHIBITS

District-Wide Science Fair

This exhibit requires pre-registration if you would like your project entered for judging at the DPS District-Wide Science Fair

VEX Robotics Competitions

VEX Robotics is a competition where student teams design, build, and program robots to tackle this year's challenge, Rapid Relay, demonstrating STEM skills through problem-solving, teamwork, and engineering.

This exhibit requires pre-registration to compete. All registration forms must be completed by a DPS staff member

Expo Showcase

Explore Inspiring Action Through STEAM, the Expo’s central showcase where DPS students’ creativity and problem-solving take center stage. This interactive exhibit features projects that tackle real-world challenges like environmental sustainability, accessibility, and community impact. Engage with hands-on stations, discover innovative solutions, and celebrate the power of STEAM to drive meaningful change in our community.

This exhibit requires pre-registration if you would like your project featured in the Expo

The Grand Spotlight

Step into The Grand Spotlight, where stories come alive and performances ignite the imagination! Throughout the day, guest readers will bring beloved books to life, captivating audiences with engaging storytimes. Between readings, enjoy a vibrant mix of student and guest performances showcasing talents in music, dance, and spoken word. This dynamic exhibit offers a continuous flow of entertainment, inviting visitors to pause, listen, and be inspired by the creativity and voices of our community.

Inspiration Station: Photo Booth

Unleash your creativity by designing awesome masks that reflect your unique identity. After crafting your masterpiece, jump into the interactive photo booth to strike a pose and snap epic pictures that showcase your vision. Join us for this fun activity where self-expression and community come together!

Bring Culture Alive

Explore and embody Hip-hop culture through an immersive tour of DJing, MCing, Breaking, Graffiti, and Knowledge. Learn to DJ in 3 easy steps: Set a Song; Cue Your Favorite Part; Play It Again. Explore various graffiti styles and techniques to create your own unique tag. Practice foundational Hip-hop grooves and create your own choreography. Learn about the people, places, and experiences that birthed the cultural movement that is Hip-hop!

Makerspace

Making for Good

Inspiring action and change through design thinking and hands-on creation

Move to Thrive:

Self-Care, Respect, and Wellness

Discover how small actions can lead to big changes in health, happiness, and confidence! Our "Move to Thrive" exhibit empowers students to inspire action for their wellness through movement, self-care, and respectful relationships.

Level Up DPS!

Exploring Computer Science through eSports

Join us at our eSports exhibit, where gaming meets education! Dive into the excitement of a Mario Kart tournament, unleash your creativity in free play, and explore a game builder that lets you design and play your own levels. This hands-on experience showcases how gaming fosters teamwork, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills. Whether you're a seasoned gamer or new to the scene, there's something for everyone. Come play, compete, and learn as we explore the dynamic world of eSports and its connections to STEAM!

Pop-Up Library

Visit the DPS pop-up library to learn more about DPS library services and check out some of the great books available in DPS libraries!

Future-Ready Tech

Inspiring DPS Innovators

This room will showcase cutting-edge technology that is integrated into Denver Public Schools. Interactive displays will invite you to explore virtual reality learning environments, coding stations, and GenerativeAI where students will bring their digital dreams to life. Each exhibit will tell a story of how emerging technology is set to inspire action, foster creativity, and shape the next generation of thinkers and doers. Witness firsthand how these tools not only empower students to absorb knowledge but also to create and innovate, inspiring them to take bold action towards a brighter future.