American Rocketry Challenge @LaunchWithARC
World’s largest rocketry challenge giving students the opportunity to design, build & launch rockets. Proudly run by @AIASpeaks & @NARRockets #RocketryChallenge rocketrychallenge.org The Plains, Va. Joined September 2009-
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Thank you to our ARC sponsors for helping inspire the next generation of aerospace leaders and grow the workforce pipeline 🚀 Universal: @RTX_News Galactic: @northropgrumman Foundation Planetary: Ducommun Lunar: @AerospaceCorp, @BRPH_AEC, @ClickBondInc, @compositesone, @generaldynamics, @HowmetAerospace, @L3HarrisTech, @USSpaceForce #RocketryChallenge #STEM #Aerospace Photos by JessicaYurinko.com
trend's done, rockets still up. built different. period.
Proud to see Pennsylvania students represented at the record-breaking 2026 @LaunchWithARC. Congrats to Downingtown HS East, Garnet Valley HS, Spring Grove Area HS, and Spring Grove Area Middle School for showcasing the talent, grit, and ingenuity that will power America’s future. rocketrychallenge.org/result/2026-fi…
The future workforce is critical to the strength of America’s aerospace and defense industry. Programs like the American Rocketry Challenge (@LaunchWithARC) are helping inspire and prepare the next generation of engineers, innovators, and industry leaders. It was great to welcome @NASAAdmin Jared Isaacman to the 2026 National Finals and celebrate the students, mentors, and partners driving the future of flight and space.
A special message from aboard the International @Space_Station 🚀 NASA Expedition 74 astronauts @Astro_Jessica @astro_hathaway & @Astro_ChrisW congratulated teams competing at the ARC 2026 National Finals and wished them luck ahead of the competition. shorturl.at/mwLEv
It was an honor to welcome @NASAAdmin Jared Isaacman to the American Rocketry Challenge 2026 National Finals this past weekend. Congratulations to all the teams, mentors, and partners who make this program possible and continue to inspire the next generation of aerospace leaders
Last week, I spent time with some incredibly talented students at the American Rocketry Challenge Finals. Seeing their ideas, determination, and excitement for what’s possible was inspiring. As we build toward a sustained return to the Moon through Artemis, we’re helping lay the
@ErieHighSchool @LaunchWithARC Team Human Velocity had a great time networking and showing off their rocket on Capitol Hill in DC this morning! 🚀🐯 @SVVSD @TigersPrincipal @DPerfettiDeany
STEM education is critical to the future of the aerospace and defense workforce. Through Rockets on the Hill, American Rocketry Challenge finalists had the opportunity to showcase their work to members of Congress. Thank you to the House Aerospace Caucus, @RTX_News, and the @northropgrumman Foundation for supporting opportunities that connect students with the future of flight and space — and thank you to @RepJasonSmith @RepJohnMcGuire @RepPatHarrigan @RepAdrianSmith @RepYoungKim for joining us today in support of the next generation of aerospace leaders. Now it’s time for competition day — see y’all tomorrow out on the field!
Congratulations to the Fillmore County 4-H STEAM Punks from Geneva for joining a record‑breaking field in the 2026 American Rocketry Challenge! These students are tomorrow’s engineers, scientists, and innovators. I could not be more proud of these young Nebraskans! #ARC2026
🚀 Top 100 teams announced! Congratulations to the teams heading to ARC National Finals in Washington, DC on May 16. See you on the launch field! 🎉
Big news 🚀 NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman (@NASAAdmin) is heading to the 2026 American Rocketry Challenge National Finals! Join us May 16 at Great Meadows in The Plains, VA to see the nation’s top student teams in action. #RocketryChallenge #ARC2026
@AIAspeaks @LaunchWithARC Congrats @LaunchWithARC! 🎉 Your work truly reflects the spirit and values of the Challenger crew.
We’re honored that the @ChallengerCtr has recognized AIA’s American Rocketry Challenge @LaunchWithARC with the Challenger-7 Recognition as part of its 40th anniversary celebration. As the world’s largest student rocketry competition, ARC continues to inspire students to explore STEM, solve real-world challenges, and reach for the stars as the next generation of the aerospace and defense workforce. More: shorturl.at/QfyMj
Check out the top 100 teams here! rocketrychallenge.org/result/2026-fi…
🚀 Top 100 teams announced! Congratulations to the teams heading to ARC National Finals in Washington, DC on May 16. See you on the launch field! 🎉
Launch during the Artemis II window and mission (April 1 – 16) and earn 200 miles! 🚀 Post your launch and tag us so we can cheer you on! 🌕 #Artemis #ARC2026 #RocketryChallenge
@AerospaceCorp Learn more about The Aerospace Corporation's STEM events and resources by visiting aerospace.org/STEM
Shoutout to Lunar Level Sponsor @AerospaceCorp for inspiring the next generation of STEM leaders and supporting ARC! 🚀🌙 #ARC2026 #STEM #STEMEducation #RocketryChallenge
Get ready to blast off 🚀 Host an Artemis II watch party (virtual or in person) and earn 250 miles for hosting and 100 miles for attending. Post your celebration and tag us! Plan your party with NASA’s guide ➡️ shorturl.at/CdYyF #Artemis #ARC2026 #RocketryChallenge
🌕✨ Huge shoutout to @compositesone! Your leadership in composites and your support as a Lunar Level Sponsor help power students' rocketry dreams. 🚀 #ARC2026 #RocketryChallenge
23 teams from Title I schools across 14 states are receiving @northropgrumman Foundation STEM Innovation Grants this season! 🎉 These grants support students as they explore hands‑on STEM and build their first rockets. 🔥✨ 👉 Learn more: rocketrychallenge.org/news/arc-ngf-g… #ARC2026 #RocketryChallenge
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