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Storyliving by Disney Inspires Local Students Through STEAM Challenge
Storyliving by Disney is helping Coachella Valley students prepare for the new school year through hands-on STEAM learning.
The company partnered with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Coachella Valley and the Children's Discovery Museum of the Desert to host a special engineering challenge in Rancho Mirage.
Students worked in teams to design an energy-efficient, accessible home inspired by The Parr House from The Incredibles. They also built Rube Goldberg machines capable of opening the home's front door, putting their creativity, teamwork and problem-solving skills to the test.
To wrap up the event, every student received a complimentary annual museum membership and a backpack filled with school supplies through Disney's Back-to-School initiative.
The president of the Boys & Girls Club of Coachella Valley, Dr. Quinton Egson, says partnerships like these provide students with valuable educational opportunities while encouraging curiosity, innovation and hands-on learning.
The event marks the third year of Storyliving by Disney's support for STEAM education programs in the Coachella Valley.
By: NBC Palm Springs
August 3, 2026
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