STEM Week “Stranger Things” Finale Brings Humanoid Robot, Physics Experiments and Cutting-Edge Technology to Imhotep Students
WHEN:
Friday, March 13, 2026 9:20 AM – 12:30 PM
WHERE:Imhotep Institute Charter High School
6201 N. 21st Street
Philadelphia, PA 19138. Follow us on Social Media
@TEPGLOBALCHANGERS
WHO:• High School STEM Ambassadors – Imhotep Institute Charter High School
• Shirley Posey, Project Designer & STEM Director – Global Changers STEM Program
• Special Guest:
Grand Hank, Master Scientist and TV Personality
WHAT:
During the school’s annual STEM Week, (March 9th - 13th) more than 600 students participate in hands on and interactive learning experiences alongside over 100 STEM professionals, fostering curiosity, critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving, and the 2026 theme creatively draws inspiration from the popular series Stranger Things to encourage students to explore concepts in physics, investigate the unknown, imagine future possibilities, and apply STEM knowledge to real-world challenges
Imhotep Institute Charter High School concludes its week-long STEM Week celebration with a high-energy “Stranger Things”-inspired Grand Finale connecting physics, robotics, and emerging technology.
Students will interact with Benji the Humanoid Robot, seen in NFL demonstrations, which will wave, high-five, dance, and interact with students while demonstrating the physics behind robotics.
The event immerses students in hands-on STEM learning inspired by the mysterious science themes of Stranger Things—encouraging curiosity, discovery, and real-world problem solving.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:
• Special guest Grand Hank The Scientist delivers a 10-minute inspirational physics demonstration
• Students rotate through interactive 38-minute STEM labs
• Benji the Humanoid Robot demonstrates the physics of robotics and advancements in robotics to emulate humans.
• Mad Science polymer lab – students create their own polymer balls
• Drone Cadets – drone soccer demonstrations
• The Robot Studio – humanoid robot interactive lane
• Bungee Run – demonstrating physics of resistance
• LED and digital display walls
• 360° VR flight experiences and tunnels into the “Upside Down”
CONTACT:
Shirley Posey, STEM Director and Project Designer
MEDIA CONTACT:
Deborah Toney-Moore
Imhotep Institute Charter High School
267-258-7178
[email protected]
