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Science Steve blowing smoke rings at McLaughlin School assembly.
Science Steve

"Science Steve" -- aka SDPB's Education Specialist Steven Rokusek -- puts on his lively, engaging science demonstrations at venues throughout South Dakota. Science Steve uses humor, watermelons, and flying toilet paper to bring dry theorems and scientific laws to life for kids and adults. Each appearance includes approximately 15 science demonstrations on physics, chemistry, anatomy, and more.

McLaughlin School - (Credit - Top Of The Mountain Photos - Hilaree Emmons)

Science Steve's Upcoming Appearances (2024-25):

 

NOTE: 2023-24 appearances are canceled due to illness.  

 

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For a glimpse of Science Steve's demonstrations, click on"Enjoy 30 Science Seconds with Science Steve!" (About)

Science Steve's Recent Appearances (thank you for attending):

McLaughlin School, January 11

STEM ED Conference, Huron, February 2-4

De Smet Inservice, February 17

Colome School, March 22 

DSU, TriBeta, March 28

YFS Family Event, Rapid City, April 1-2

Early Childhood Conf., April 13-15 - Appearance canceled due to illness. 

Eagle Butte Symposium, April 17 - Appearance canceled due to illness. 

Kyle Symposium, April 19 - Appearance canceled due to illness. 

Hartington School, May 1 - Appearance canceled due to illness. 

Home School Conference, May 12-13 - Appearance canceled due to illness. 

Florence School, Spring - Appearance canceled due to illness. 

Black Hills Con, June 23-25 - Appearance canceled due to illness. 

Whitewood School, September 12 - Appearance canceled due to illness. 

MMU STEM Symposium, Mount Marty University, October 3 - Appearance canceled due to illness. 

Willow Lake, October 25 - Appearance canceled due to illness. 

Sanborn Central School, November 1 - Appearance canceled due to illness.  

Oldham-Ramona School, Fall 23 - Appearance canceled due to illness.  

Vermillion Library, June 10, 2024 - Appearance canceled due to illness. 

Human Services Center - Appearance canceled due to illness. 

Enemy Day School - Appearance canceled due to illness. 

 

Science Steve presented at a workshop for SDSU preservice teachers.  Friction, weight, and impulse are "on the table" in this demo. 

Past Performances

2018 Performances

2019 Performances

2020-22 Performances

COVID-19 Cancellations 

 

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