The Arkansas STEM Festival, hosted by LISA Academy in Little Rock, featured hands-on learning and interactive exhibits. The festival, which included projects in science, technology, engineering, and math, also featured former NASA astronaut Dr. Mike Foale, who has spent over a year in orbit across six space missions. The event allowed students to explore personal interests while building technical skills. Organizers said Foale's presence provided a unique opportunity to connect classroom learning to real-world applications.