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Level Up IRL: Join Us for FREE Minecraft Game Day at GigaParts!

Huntsville, AL | Saturday, July 26 | 1:00–3:00 PM

MARS Microschool and GigaParts are teaming up to deliver an experience like no other—an afternoon of exploration, STEM discovery, and real-time gaming leadership from our very own Minecraft Student Ambassadors.

Here’s what to expect:

Play inside a custom-built Minecraft world recreating Huntsville International Airport. Meet the MARS Student Creators behind the build

Experience how Minecraft Education Edition transforms STEM learning

Connect, collaborate, and compete in a safe, supportive space

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Students age 17 and under

Curious minds ready to learn, play, and build

Participants must bring a laptop that can run Minecraft Education Edition

PARENT INFO:

Ages 11 & under: Parent stays in classroom

Ages 12–15: Parent stays in store

Ages 16–17: May attend solo or drive themselves

Parent assistance may be needed to install software if restrictions are active

ATTENTION: THESE STEPS MUST BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO ARRIVAL ON THE DAY!

Follow this link to download Microsoft Education This step must be completed prior to the day to save time

https://education.minecraft.net/en-us/get-started/download

Date: Saturday, July 26, 2025

Location: GigaParts Classroom, 6123 University Dr NW, Huntsville, AL

Trailbot, the MARS Microschool mascot—a red robotic fox symbolizing AI-powered learning and futuristic education

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