Join us for the Kansas Association of Teachers of Science annual KATS KAMP with the inspiring theme "Mission Orbit " and a special virtual guest appearance by retired Apollo 13 astronaut, Fred Haise! This event will be held on Saturday, September 19th, at Emporia State University, with sessions running from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Registration begins at 8:00 AM.
Kick off the conference with our "Mission Orbit: Libation's Launch" event on Friday, September 18th, from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM at 627 Event Space Bar & Grill (627 Commercial St, Emporia, KS 66801). Included in your $5 entry fee are a free lab coat (for first-time social attenders only), a mission patch for 2026, a drink ticket, and light appetizers. Lab coats are only available for pick up at the social event. Please register your size if you plan to attend the social for the first time. You are welcome to purchase additional food or drinks at the venue. (Cost for guests who are not registered for the conference is $10.)
If you need a hotel for Friday, September 18, 2026- Sunday, September 20, 2026, we have a group rate at the Hampton Inn Emporia for 159.00 USD per night. The last day to book is Monday, August 31, 2021. The link below will take you to the secure hotel website KATS Kamp 2026 - Hampton Inn Emporia.
Connect with fellow educators, gain valuable insights, and explore innovative ways our students are making a global impact. Don't miss this opportunity to empower and inspire the next generation of scientists! The registration process continues at the bottom of this page. (You are encouraged to check your membership status before registering and to renew if necessary. Your membership status is displayed when you log in to the web site. )
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