Reaching for the Stars Through STEAM

Through DoD STARBASE Oklahoma, fifth graders explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math with hands-on projects—like rockets, robots, and chemistry experiments—that make learning unforgettable.

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What is STARBASE?

STARBASE Oklahoma connects students with real-world STEAM through inquiry-based lessons that spark curiosity and build confidence for future success. Our programs engage students with “hands-on, minds-on” activities—exploring Newton’s Laws, engineering design, robotics, chemistry, forms of energy, and computer modeling. Math is woven throughout the curriculum as students apply measurement, estimation, and problem-solving skills to real-world challenges.

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Students gathered around a table measuring liquid in graduated cylinders during a hands-on activity.
Fort Sill STARBASE academy cadets participating in a metric measurement activity

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Hands-On Learning

From science experiments to engineering design, STARBASE engages students in the full spectrum of STEAM learning. Our programs combine scientific exploration, technology and robotics, problem-solving in engineering, creativity through art and design, and real-world applications of mathematics. Every lesson is “hands-on, minds-on,” giving students the chance to explore, experiment, and discover how STEAM skills connect to future careers.

Science

Discover the world through experiments and scientific exploration.

Technology

Build tech skills with coding, robotics, and digital innovation.

Engineering

Tackle real-world challenges with problem-solving and design thinking.

Art & Design

Express creativity through design, modeling, and innovation.

Mathematics

Apply math to experiments, engineering challenges, and problem-solving.

Testimonials

Student using a graduated cylinder.

"STARBASE is an incredible experience for our kids. They talk about their memories and learning for years after. They grow as a class and as individuals in just five weeks. It is life changing for our kids.

Ms. Liv is absolutely incredible with our students. They love her and love learning from her. She is one of the most influential parts of STARBASE!"

Ms. Elliott

Teacher, Central Oak Elementary
STARBASEOKC - class shot with certificates

"I love the teachers, they are so nice, funny and energetic! I loved all the activities we did like eggbert, straw rockets and elephant toothpaste!

Ms. Liv is so nice and funny, and Mr. Brian is the funniest. I love STARBASE so much, I can’t wait to come back for summer camp!"

Gracie

Student, Union City Elementary

"The coolest thing about Starbase Tulsa is that my mom used to come here when she was younger, and now, I'm here and having a lot of fun.  My favorite activity was Eggbert because we got to design him a safety harness so he wouldn't have a crash landing."

Tymber

Student

Your teachers are fantastic! You have a wonderful program and we cannot wait to come back next year!

Cori Anderson

Osage Elementary

"Starbase Tulsa is so engaging and the kid can't wait to come here each week, they talk for days about how much learning and fun they had!"

Mrs. Robbins

Teacher, Barnsdall

"My favorite activity was the drones, they were really fun because I got to fly them around and go through all sorts of paths and go through hoops, it was really fun!"

Cade

Student

"My favorite things was the Sphero robots, because was got to code them with an IPad and guide them through different obstacles and paths." 

Ava

Student

"I really enjoyed the drones because I always wanted to drive one, and we had a big area to fly them and learn how they work!"

Ezra

Student
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Starbase Tulsa Oklahoma
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🔎🧪 **STARBASE ADVANCE: FORENSICS DAY 2 RECAP!** 🚀💀

🕵️‍♀️ The Kansas Comets are BACK at STARBASE Tulsa, and our middle school detectives are CRACKING THE CASE! 🔥 Today's lineup? Mystery powders, fingerprints, footprints, and some seriously cool forensic careers!

🎤 **SPECIAL GUEST ALERT!** 🚨
We were excited to welcome **Mr. Everett Baxter Jr., CCSI, CCSR**, a crime scene investigator who collects fingerprints and has authored educational books! 📚🔍 He shared insights into the world of crime scene investigation and helped bring forensic science to life for our future detectives!

🖐️ **FINGERPRINT FRENZY!** 🔬
*Latent Print Examiners* — Powders, prints, and different surfaces! Our investigators explored how to reveal and collect fingerprints.

👣 **WHO LEFT THAT TRACK?!**
*Forensic Impression Analysts* — Students followed footprint clues to investigate who—or what—left the evidence!

🧪 **THE MYSTERY WHITE POWDER!**
*Forensic Chemists* — So many white powders, but could our students identify the mystery substance? Time to experiment and crack the case!

💀 **SKULLS TODAY, FACES TOMORROW!**
*Forensic Artists & Anthropologists* — Our future face detectives started building skull models for their upcoming facial reconstruction challenge!

🚨 **OUTLINE THE EVIDENCE!**
*Crime Scene Investigators (CSIs)* — Body outlines and crime scene documentation helped students explore how investigators record evidence!

🚀 **NEXT TIME: FACE RECONSTRUCTION!**
What will those skulls reveal? 👀 Stay tuned—the mystery is only getting BIGGER!

👉 Follow STARBASE Tulsa and the Kansas Comets so you don't miss the next clue!

#STARBASETulsa #KansasComets #STARBASEAdvance #ForensicScience #STEAM #FutureDetectives #CrimeSceneInvestigation #StayTuned ...

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Starbase Weatherford is with Weatherford Public Library at Weatherford Public Library.
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We had a spooktacular time at Weatherford Public Library for our Spooky Spheros!

A big thank you to Jason Dibbler for reading “The Little Old Lady Who Wasn’t Afraid of Anything!” Students combined STEAM to bring the story to life by programming their Sphero robots to follow a sequence of events.

We also had fun playing Sphero Soccer, where students used specific number sequences to control their robots! It always amazes us how quickly students pick up coding and learn to control the robots.

A huge thank you to our wonderful Weatherford community for giving us the opportunity to share STEM and collaborate with others. A special shout-out to our instructors, Kirstin & Becki, for bringing so much passion to their lessons and making learning SO fun!

Join us next time for more STEM fun with STARBASE Weatherford!

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Starbase Oklahoma, Fort Sill
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Duncan Public Schools Plato Elementary. The Demons finished strong today. This post compiles photos from their five days here at STARBASE Fort Sill. ...

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STARBASE Locations Across Oklahoma

STARBASE partners with schools and communities across Oklahoma to bring innovative, hands-on STEAM education to students statewide.

Map of Oklahoma

Oklahoma City

Mike Baarlaer
(405) 317-9843
mbaarlaer@starbaseok.org
6500 N. Kelley Ave
BLDG MAO80 EDU Center
Oklahoma City, OK 73111

Tulsa

Sherri Vermeer
(918) 833-7757
svermeer@starbaseok.org
9131 Viper St.
Tulsa, OK 74115

Fort Sill

Steven Schraner
(580) 215-3516
sschraner@starbaseok.org
2873 Craig Rd.
Fort Sill, OK 73503

Weatherford

Shannan Cloud, M. Ed.
(580) 243-8233
scloud@starbaseok.org
Located @
Stafford Air & Space Museum
3000 Logan Road
Weatherford, OK 73096