(NAPSA) On October 7th, thou- sands of kids will be participating in the nation’s largest youth-led science experiment. National Youth Science Day It’s all part of the 4-H National Youth Science Day (NYSD), sponsored in part by HughesNet, America’s No. 1 choice for satellite Internet. Thousands of young people will take part in this year’s NYSD experiment, “Motion Commotion,” to learn about physics, speed and safety. Young people will conduct experiments at local events taking place in all 50 states. The National 4-H Council will host the flagship event, with hundreds of youth participating on October 7th in Washington, D.C. HughesNet and the National 4-H Council are committed to introducing more American youth to hands-on community-based science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education. This partnership brings STEM learn- ing experiences to young people across the country, including those in small communities where resources for interactive STEM learning can be limited. Hands-on programs like NYSD get more students interested in science at an early age. NFL player-turned-NASA astronaut Leland Melvin will be a featured speaker at the flagship NYSD event in Washington, D.C. He will emphasize how hands-on programs can empower youth and provide them with opportunities to grow, learn, and become the STEMleaders of tomorrow. It’s not too late to get involved. 4-H provides everything you need to host your own event. Register your 4-H NYSD event, download the experiment guides and order the science kits. Then tag your photos and videos with #4HNYSD. National and local STEM programming from HughesNet and 4- Kids who participate in hands-on science programs can become better, more confident students. H are a great way to engage youth in hands-on learning. Parents can also help spark their kids’ interest in science, technology, engineering and math through someof the followingactivities: 1.Show your own enthusiasm for science and research. 2. Point out science and math in everyday things. Explain gravity when something falls or discuss fractions when you cut a cake. 3. Watch science and technology TV showstogether while discussing what you see. 4.Go to a zoo or science museum. Take a walk in the park andpoint out nature’s wonders. 5.Encourage curiosity and problem solving. Help your child learn how to research an answer. “It’s critical that we get more young people interested in pursuing STEM education and careers. We can capture and hold their interest through hands-on learning,” said Jennifer Sirangelo, president and CEO, National 4-H Council. “We’re proud to partner with HughesNet to help make NYSDa reality.” Learn More For more information, visit www.4-h.org/4-h-national-youthscience-day and hughesnet.com/4h or follow at @HughesNet_ on Instagram.
