FISTA Innovation Park

05/28/2026

🐦🛠️ Creativity was in full flight during our Birds and Builders class! From hands-on building to problem solving and teamwork, this class was packed with innovation, imagination, and STEM fun from start to finish.
A huge thank you to the Lawton Public Library for partnering with us to make this experience possible. We love seeing our community come together to inspire the next generation of thinkers, creators, and builders — this is exactly what makes Lawton a STEM City! 💡✨
If this class was any indication, our summer programs are going to be incredible. We can’t wait to see everyone back for a summer full of discovery, creativity, and hands-on STEM adventures! ☀️🚀

05/26/2026

05/24/2026

Leonidas firing in 5,4,3,2,1. Let’s gooo! Epirus is doing great work in the FISTA Innovation Park in order to protect our nation and our assets.

05/24/2026

We are thankful for our great partnerships with QUAD.Build, Inc. And Tradesman architectural studios. Together we have designed and built award winning projects that serve our community. The FISTA STEM lab won Top Commercial Project in the state!

Last week the FISTA Innovation Park STEM Lab and QUAD.Build, Inc. was awarded with Top Commercial Project and Top Contractor by the Journal Record! 🏆

We had a lot of fun designing the STEM Lab and QUAD's quality craftsmanship really shined though on this one. Great job team!

05/22/2026

FISTA is proud to partner with Oklahoma State University’s OAIRE program to bring an exciting aerospace experience to students across our community through the OSU-OAIRE Fly Forward: Tuesday Take-Off event!
This engaging one-day STEM experience will take place on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at FISTA in Lawton and is designed specifically for incoming 5th- and 6th-grade students interested in aviation, drones, technology, and hands-on learning.
Through this incredible opportunity with OSU-OAIRE, students will:
✈️ Explore aerospace science and emerging drone technology
🚁 Participate in hands-on drone flight training
🏁 Complete exciting STEM challenges and obstacle courses
🤝 Build teamwork and collaboration skills
🌟 Gain confidence while discovering future career pathways in aerospace and innovation
Lunch will be provided for all campers at no cost.
Space is limited, and we encourage families to register early using the link below:
https://okstate.forms-db.com/view.php?id=1679554
FISTA is excited to continue creating meaningful partnerships with Oklahoma State University to provide students in our region with innovative, hands-on learning experiences that inspire the next generation of STEM leaders.

05/19/2026

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FISTA is proud to showcase the work of three talented local students from the Life Ready Center in the Hall of Inspiration. Each piece reflects their creativity, dedication, and unique perspective—truly a testament to the passion they bring to their craft.

The Hall of Inspiration at FISTA highlights artwork from local artists, creating a powerful collection that celebrates the culture, spirit, and history of Southwest Oklahoma.

A special thank you to instructor Mr. Scott Smith for his leadership on this project.

Multiple young artists from the Life Ready Center were recognized for their efforts in creating a pair of art pieces to be displayed in FISTA's Hall of Honor.

05/18/2026

Razzle Berry Robotics absolutely SHINED at the Tiger Town VEX Competition in Pryor, OK, on February 28th, 2026! 🤖🏆
This team started completely from the ground up in November 2025, and what they accomplished in just a few months is nothing short of incredible. They learned fast, worked through every challenge, rebuilt, tested, failed, tried again—and never once gave up.
All that dedication paid off when they earned the Judges’ Award for their creativity, teamwork, and innovation. That recognition means so much because it reflects exactly who they are: resilient, hardworking, and fearless learners.
We could not be prouder of these students. They didn’t just build a robot—they built confidence, character, and a foundation for something even bigger in the future.
And this is only the beginning. 👀 Keep an eye out for our next robotics team—you might be the one helping write the next success story. 🚀

05/12/2026

🚀☀️ JULY SUMMER CAMPS ARE HERE at FISTA! 🔬🎬🛠️🏗️
Four FREE hands-on STEM camps packed with creativity, innovation, and real-world building—this is your summer to create something BIG!

🧠⚙️ Engineering Explorers Camp
📅 July 6–7 | ⏰ 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
👧🧒 Grades: 3rd–5th
💥 FREE CAMP
Young engineers will tackle hands-on building and design challenges while exploring real-world engineering concepts. Problem-solve, test ideas, and bring creations to life! 🛠️✨

🎬✨ Animation Station Camp
📅 July 13–14 | ⏰ 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
👦👧 Grades: 5th–8th
💥 FREE CAMP
Bring stories to life through stop-motion animation, green screen fun, and creative character design! 🎥🧩

🏗️🏛️ Build It Big: Architecture Camp
📅 July 16–17 | ⏰ 9:00 AM–12:00PM
👩🎓👨🎓 Grades: 5th–8th
💥 FREE CAMP
Step into the world of architecture! Students will explore design styles, test materials, and build strong, unique structures through exciting hands-on challenges. Turn ideas into real-world creations! 🧱📐

🛠️💡 Maker Lab Camp
📅 July 21–22 | ⏰ 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
👩🔧👨🔧 Grades: 7th–12th
💥 FREE CAMP
Dive into digital making with 3D printing and Glowforge laser engraving—turn your ideas into real-life creations and unleash your inner innovator! 🔥🖨️✨
This July is all about building, designing, and imagining the future—one project at a time! 🚀

05/05/2026

🚀☀️ SUMMER CAMPS ARE TAKING OFF AT FISTA! ☀️🤖
Get ready for a summer full of building, coding, flying, and LOTS of hands-on STEM fun! 🔬⚙️

🧒✨ LITTLE CAMP (Lower Elementary: 1st–2nd Grade)
📅 June 1–2 | ⏰ 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Big fun for little builders! Young engineers will explore, create, and dive into hands-on STEM activities made just for early learners. 🎨🛠️

🛸 DRONE CAMP (High Schoolers)
📅 June 4–5 | ⏰ 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Take flight and learn how to pilot, control, and complete missions with real drone technology! 🚁💨

🤖 ROBOTICS CAMP (Upper Elementary: 3rd–5th Grade)
📅 June 16–17 | ⏰ 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Build it. Code it. Watch it move! Students bring robots to life through creativity and problem-solving. ⚙️✨

🧒✨ LITTLE CAMP (Lower Elementary: 1st–2nd Grade)
📅 June 29–30 | ⏰ 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Round two of big imagination and hands-on STEM fun—more building, more exploring, more excitement! 🎉

📩 Must send an RSVP to [email protected]
to secure your spot.

This summer is all about learning by doing—and having an absolute blast while doing it! 🔥

05/04/2026

🔬✨ May the FISTA be with you! ✨🚀
This month, we’re mixing science, creativity, and a whole lot of fun—get ready to build, experiment, and explore like never before!

🤖 VEX Robotics + LEGO Robotics
Every Tuesday | 4:30–5:30 PM
Code it, build it, and bring your robots to life!

🔧 Lift Lab (Hydraulic Systems)
📅 May 27 | ⏰ 3:00–5:00 PM
Push, lift, and discover the science behind powerful machines

🐦 Birds & Builders (Cardboard Birdhouses)
📅 May 28 | ⏰ 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
Design, build, and give birds a place to call home

📧 Please email [email protected] to register!
Grab your curiosity and your creativity—May is going to be full of hands-on fun, awesome builds, and science you can actually see in action! 💡🔥