Challenger Learning Center at TSTC Harlingen

07/30/2026

Today is National Intern Day! We're celebrating the incredible interns who play a critical role in our mission success at every NASA center across the United States. Whether they’re supporting Artemis efforts to return astronauts to the Moon, contributing to our social media presence, helping aeronautics innovations take flight, or even chronicling NASA’s rich history, our interns make us proud. https://www.nasa.gov/learning-resources/internship-programs/

Follow NASA Internships on Instagram to see NASA's interns in action and keep up with ways students can get involved.

Then, watch a special message for students from Artemis II astronaut Christina Koch. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k1TphL8BIuk

Ready to join the space family? Applications for Spring 2027 internships are due Monday, Sept. 14.

In a special message, Artemis II astronaut Christina Koch addresses...

07/04/2026

Happy Fourth of July from TSTC!

As our nation celebrates 250 years of independence, we honor freedom, unity and the spirit that brings people together.

Wishing everyone a safe and joyful Independence Day.

06/05/2026

We can't wait to see you all at Infinite Skies! The fun starts at 7:00p.

06/03/2026

🌌🚀 Challenger's Infinite Skies Update! 🚀🌌

The excitement is building, and we're thrilled to see so many people registering for Challenger's Infinite Skies this Friday!

🎟️ Only a few registration spots remain! Once registration reaches 500 attendees, the online registration form will automatically close. Don't worry—even if registration closes, the community is still welcome to attend!

If you're unable to register online, simply stop by our check-in table when you arrive to receive your ticket for our door prize drawings. Same for those who pre-registered online. Please stop by our registration table to lock in your attendance and get your ticket! 1 ticket per family.🎁

☁️ Weather Update: We're keeping a close eye on the forecast. While rain is currently in the forecast, we're hopeful it will dissipate before the event begins.

🌧️ In the event of rain, all scheduled activities will move indoors, with the exception of telescope viewing and stargazing, which will be weather-dependent.

Join us for an evening of:

🔭 Stargazing (limited telescopes available—feel free to bring your own!)
🪐 Planetarium experiences
🚀 Tours of the Challenger Learning Center
🧪 Hands-on STEM activities
🎮 Games, snacks, and family fun

📅 Friday, June 5
⏰ 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 TSTC Harlingen Campus | 3301 Ash
🌠 https://tstc.event451.sites.451.io/event/tstc.events.1585668

Whether you're registered or planning a last-minute visit, we'd love to see you there!

✨ Bring your curiosity. Bring your family. The universe is waiting. 🌠

05/29/2026

🌠 Hey, Harlingen! Ever looked up at the night sky and wondered what's out there?

Join us for Challenger's Infinite Skies, a FREE community astronomy night where curiosity takes center stage and the universe is yours to explore! 🚀✨

📅 Friday, June 5
⏰ 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 TSTC Harlingen Campus | 3301 Ash

Enjoy an evening filled with:

🔭 Stargazing (limited telescopes available — feel free to bring your own!)
🪐 Planetarium experiences
🚀 Tours of the Challenger Learning Center
🧪 Hands-on STEM activities
🎮 Games, snacks, and family-friendly fun

Whether you're a lifelong astronomy enthusiast, a future scientist, or simply looking for a unique night out with the family, there's something for everyone.

🎟️ Pre-register for a chance to win door prizes:
https://tstc.event451.sites.451.io/event/tstc.events.1585668

Please include the total number of guests attending with you when registering.

🪑 Lawn chairs and blankets are welcome!
✨ FREE and open to the community.

Gather your family, invite your friends, and spend an evening exploring the cosmos with us. The stars have a story to tell—come discover it at Challenger's Infinite Skies! 🌌

05/22/2026

Registration for summer camp is officially closed! Thank you to everyone who registered their students to participate, and we'll see you in June!

05/22/2026

We closed out our school year with Travis STEM² Academy, Harlingen CISD. Thank you for making our last mission of the 25-26 school year a blast!

The students:
🚀Landed on the Moon and deployed the ROV (TWICE)
🚨Saved the Spacecraft from an oxygen emergency
👩🏻‍🚀👨🏻‍🚀Kept the crew safe!

Way to go, team!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🥳🎉

05/06/2026

🚨 Final Astra Rising Academy Session of the School Year! 🚨

Parents, this is it—the LAST Astra Rising Academy session before we wrap up for the school year! We have just 6 spots remaining for May 12, and they’re going to go quickly.

If your student has been thinking about joining, now is the time to jump in before we shift gears into our summer programming. Once this session wraps, Astra Rising will pause until the Fall, so don’t miss this final opportunity!

👉 Save your spot here:
https://forms.gle/fLdM5Uf5aPvZLivo7

We’ve loved working with our students this year and would be excited to welcome a few more for this last session!

P.S. Parents are always welcome to check out Challenger during our upcoming Challenger's Infinite Skies event to see if it’s a good fit for your student in the Fall—and current participants can show off what they’ve been working on! 🚀

Astra Rising Academy is a monthly STEM program for 4th–5th graders that meets once a month for four months. Each session offers a new, standalone experience, so participants can attend one or all sessions without falling behind, and the program concludes with an exciting Challenger mission. Dates:...

05/04/2026

🌌✨ You’re Invited to a Night Under the Stars! ✨🌌

Join us for Challenger’s Infinite Skies—a FREE, family-friendly astronomy night you won’t want to miss!

📅 Friday, June 5
⏰ 7:00 – 10:00 PM
📍 Challenger Learning Center | TSTC Harlingen

Bring your curiosity (and maybe a lawn chair or blanket!) and get ready for an unforgettable evening featuring:

🔭 Stargazing with telescopes (limited availability, but guests can bring their own!)
🪐 Planetarium experiences
🚀 Tours of our Challenger simulators
🎮 Games, snacks, and hands-on activities for all ages

Whether you're a space enthusiast or just looking for a fun night out with family and friends, there’s something for everyone!

🎟️ Pre-register here for your chance to win a door prize:
https://tstc.event451.sites.451.io/event/tstc.events.1585668

✨ Bonus: Pre-registering helps our team plan for telescopes, snacks, and all the fun—so we’re ready for YOU when you arrive!

Come explore the universe with us—because the night sky is better together! 💫

05/04/2026

🚨☀️ Summer Camp Update – Spots Are Almost Gone! ☀️🚨

Parents, here’s the latest—things are filling up FAST!

📅 June 23 – 11 spots left
📅 June 24 – 14 spots left
📅 June 25 – ❌ FULL

If your student wants to be part of the fun, now’s the time to lock in your spot! Registration closes Friday, June 12th at 5:00 PM—or sooner if we fill up. ⏳

Don’t miss out on an exciting, memory-making summer experience! 🎉

👉 Register here:
https://forms.gle/gK5kymyPkewK5guy6

Spots are limited and going quickly—grab yours today! 🙌