Physicists To-Go/Quantum-To-Go

Connecting scientists and educators to bring the wonders of physics to K-12 and college classrooms worldwide.
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Share the wonders of physics

Physicists To-Go introduces students, from kindergarten through college undergraduates to the many opportunities they can explore through physics.

Physicists To-Go matches your classroom with a scientist who will make a live, virtual visit to your classroom to share their curiosity about the natural world and their passion for science.

Matches are based on your class's level, interests, and other classroom needs.

NEW: This year's focus is on plasma and fusion science to complement the PhysicsQuest 2024 kits and will be emailed to DPP members.

The scientist shared with students that when he was their grade, he was not great at physics, but over time, he became better. Talking to him was a privilege for my students. - Pooja Gupta, teacher

Quantum physics classroom visits

Part of Physicists To-Go, the Quantum To-Go program matches quantum science professionals with educators seeking to introduce students the concepts and opportunities in quantum science and technology. Teachers can request a quantum professional to visit for biology, chemistry, physics, computer science, engineering, and more.

World Quantum Day

Quantum To-Go classroom visits for 2024 were held on April 24, World Quantum Day.

Sign up to find out when applications open for 2025.

Part of the National Q-12 Education Partnership

Quantum To-Go is a collaboration with the National Q-12 Education Partnership, a consortium bringing together the federal government, industry, professional societies, and the education community to prepare students for the quantum workforce.

Explore Q-12 learning materials for teachers, students, and families.

It was really inspiring to see how eager and enthusiastic the students were to learn more about quantum physics and new quantum technologies. - Patrick Clancy, physicist

Contact

Email the APS public engagement team with any questions about Physicists To-Go or Quantum To-Go.

Thank you to our sponsor

APS is grateful to the Eucalyptus Foundation for supporting Physicists To-Go. A small family foundation, the Eucalyptus Foundation makes grants for K-12 education, the arts, music, human rights, and global security.

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