Duke Energy Science Nights

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Duke Energy Science Nights
for Elementary Schools

The South Carolina Coalition for Mathematics & Science (SCCMS) is pleased to offer Duke Energy Science Night resources to K-5 schools in the Duke Energy service area of South Carolina (see map below). The program is now in year 6 for the 2026-2027 school year after five highly successful years since the program launched in 2021. Schools which previously hosted events during SC STEM Education Month found the resources to be a great way to engage students and families in the joy of experiencing science and other STEM learning. 

The Duke Energy Foundation will be providing 60 kits for the 2026-2027 school year through an application process that includes a review of school need, demographics, and location. The kit includes hands-on activities, a planning guide, activity instructions and materials for up to 200 participants along with planning guidance from SCCMS staff. School events will be scheduled to coincide with the celebration of SC STEM Education Month 2027 (March 14 – April 14).

Applications Now Open

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Information

Kit Contents

What's included with a Duke Energy Science Night Activity Kit?

Ten activities aligned with K-5 Science Standards 
Activity guides (detailed instructions, explanations of the science, and South Carolina standards connections)
Activity supplies (materials for 200 students to perform each of the activities)
Planning guide (helpful instructions on how to organize a science event)
Unlimited access to downloadable digital resources (including Spanish versions of documents)
Promotional materials (including a banner, flyer templates, and give-aways to build excitement)
Support webinars for event planning
Email and phone support
Cost of materials procurement, packing and shipping

*Kits are produced through a partnership with NCSciFest.

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Option to Purchase

Do you want to guarantee your school receives a Duke Energy Science Night kit?

Schools in the Duke Energy service area now have the option to skip the application process and purchase a science kit for $965. This option ensures you will have the resources and materials you need to host a Science Night without going through the application process. Purchased kits will be delivered to your school in early February 2027.

The option to order is only available for a limited time and must be confirmed by October 2, 2026 by completing the online order form. Kit orders will be invoiced immediately with payment expected within 30 days. After completing the form confirmation and communication will follow via email.

Purchase Kits

Timeline

Tuesday, August 18, 2026

Activity Kit Application Opens

Tuesday, August 18, 2026

Monday, August 17, 2026

Option to Purchase Kits Open

Monday, August 17, 2026

Wednesday, September 09, 2026

Activity Kit Application Closes

Wednesday, September 09, 2026

Friday, September 18, 2026

Awarded Schools Notified

Friday, September 18, 2026

Wednesday, September 30, 2026

Deadline for Awarded Schools to Confirm Kits

Wednesday, September 30, 2026

Friday, October 02, 2026

Deadline to Complete Purchase Form

Friday, October 02, 2026

Thursday, January 28, 2027

Webinar #1

Program Kick-Off and Overview

Thursday, January 28, 2027

Monday, February 01, 2027

February (early): Activity Kits Ship to Schools

Monday, February 01, 2027

Tuesday, February 23, 2027

Webinar #2

Event Planning & Activity Exploration

Tuesday, February 23, 2027

Sunday, March 14, 2027

Schools Host Duke Energy Science Night Events

March 14 – April 14

Celebrating SC STEM Education Month

Sunday, March 14, 2027

Thursday, April 29, 2027

Webinar #3

Wrap-up and Program Feedback

Thursday, April 29, 2027

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Duke Energy Science Nights

Duke Energy Science Nights
for Elementary Schools

Applications Now Open

Information

Kit Contents

Option to Purchase

Timeline

Activity Kit Application Opens

Option to Purchase Kits Open

Activity Kit Application Closes

Awarded Schools Notified

Deadline for Awarded Schools to Confirm Kits

Deadline to Complete Purchase Form

Webinar #1

February (early): Activity Kits Ship to Schools

Webinar #2

Schools Host Duke Energy Science Night Events

Webinar #3

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Duke Energy Science Nights

Information

Kit Contents

Option to Purchase

Timeline

Activity Kit Application Opens

Option to Purchase Kits Open

Activity Kit Application Closes

Awarded Schools Notified

Deadline for Awarded Schools to Confirm Kits

Deadline to Complete Purchase Form

Webinar #1

February (early): Activity Kits Ship to Schools

Webinar #2

Schools Host Duke Energy Science Night Events

Webinar #3

February (early): Activity Kits Ship to Schools