Spring STEM Workshop: Team Race Car Building

Come join our Spring STEM Youth Workshop where you'll get hands-on experience with build a car servos, learn the mechanics behind it and race an obstacle course/ track!
For students who enjoy the creative side of STEAM projects, we will also offer a Creative Arts session where participants can design race car logos, team slogans, and other artistic elements to support their race car teams.
Because we have limited space available, registration will be first come, first served. If we receive more registrations than we can accommodate, we will notify families by email.
How to Register
• Use the QR code on the attached flyer to complete the registration form or from the Link.
• Pay the registration fee by visiting (http://www.gtcdc.org/).
• Click on the Donate button, select Givelify and specify that your payment is for the “2026 Spring STEM Workshop.”
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Dear Parents and Guardians,
Looking for something meaningful and and stimulating for your children to do in between the holidays? We invite you and your family to join us for an inspiring Spring STEM Workshop: Team Racing and Car Building at Glad Tidings, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) educational experience designed specifically for students from underrepresented communities. This in-person event will be held at 27709 Tyrrell Ave, where you can meet other curious minds and learn from experienced instructors. Don't miss out on this opportunity to explore the wonders of STEM in a supportive and engaging environment. Register now to secure your spot!
Scholarships available, please email: benita.mclarin@gladtidingscogic.org
Event Details
Where: Glad Tidings Family Life Complex
When: 3/27, 9am to 3:00pm.
Who: Students aged 8–17 (parents encouraged to attend)
Why STEM Education Matters for Your Child
STEM education is more than just learning about technology or engineering—it’s about developing critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills that are essential in today’s world. By exposing your child to STEM:
– Help them discover new interests and talents.
– Prepare them for high-paying and rewarding careers.
– Show them that they can be creators, innovators, and leaders.
Schedule:
9:00 AM- 9:30 AM | Breakfast Available· Light Breakfast including cereals, fruit and juice for children· Coffee and pastries for volunteers· Meals Catered by Divine Purpose Catering
9:30 – 10 AM | Welcome & Kickoff
– Welcome
– Event Overview
– Review of safety rules
– Introduction of volunteers, experiment leads, and technology demonstrators
– Brief explanation of how technology connects to cooking (Instant Pot sensors, microwaves & magnetrons)
10 AM | Presentation #1
10:20 AM- 12PM | Build Car and Logo Art Design
12:00 – 12:40 PM | Lunch
1:00 – 2:45 PM | Finish Car Building, and Test obstacle course/ race track
2:45 – 3:00 PM | Closing, Photos & Thank You
Our Program’s Commitment
Through our partnership with the IEEE Oakland-East Bay Section, TryEngineering, and Glad Tidings, we are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. Here’s why this program is unique:
Mentors Who Care: STEM professionals from your community will guide your child every step of the way.
– Hands-On Learning: Engaging activities like designing bridges, building robots, and creating LED circuits make learning exciting.
Equity in Education: Our goal is to provide access and opportunity to all children, particularly those in underrepresented communities.
Parent Involvement
We understand the vital role parents play in their child’s success. During the event, you’ll:
– See firsthand how STEM activities boost confidence and teamwork.
– Learn about free and affordable resources to continue your child’s STEM journey.
– Meet other parents who share the same goal of empowering their children.
Don’t Miss Out!
This is a chance to show your child that their dreams matter and that they belong in STEM fields. Secure your spot today!
Register by March 23th
To ensure we have the proper supplies and resources, please RSVP by end of day March. 23, so we can better plan the workshop.
Together, let’s inspire a generation of problem solvers, innovators, and dreamers. We look forward to seeing you there!
Warm regards,
Aaron Lin, IEEE
Benita McLarin, Glad Tidings
Co-sponsored by: Glad Tiding International
27709 Tyrrell Ave, Hayward, California, United States, 94544