Starbase Rees

The wait is finally over! 📦✨ Funding came through and needed supplies have officially arrived at STARBASE Rees. There’s nothing better than unpacking fresh tools to fuel our students' curiosity.

To keep incredible STEAM programs like this running, we need your voice. Please take a few minutes to contact your Senators and ask them to support continued funding for STARBASE Rees! 🚀

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We are offering 4 camps this summer!!

Our STARBASE Rees Summer STEAM Exploration program gives students the opportunity to dive into the worlds of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts/Design and Mathematics through engaging, interactive activities designed to spark curiosity and creativity. Throughout the week, students will explore exciting topics such as robotics, engineering design, rockets, teamwork challenges, and more — all while learning through hands-on discovery and problem-solving.
Whether your child already loves STEAM or is just beginning to explore it, this program is designed to inspire confidence, creativity, and a passion for learning in a fun and supportive environment.


Open to students entering 4th–8th grade


Hands-on STEM Exploration through exciting real-world activities and challenges!
Space is limited, and we are excited to welcome the next generation STEAM explorers!
* We will be running the same camp 4 times

STARBASE Rees STARBASE Oregon envisions that all students who attend will develop the essential Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Design, and Mathematics (STEAM) literacy and knowledge needed to thrive in an increasingly complex world. Our mission is to empower every student to confidently explore and re....

Looking for a fun activity for the entire family this weekend? Consider visiting Rees Training Center to explore various activities and join in on the fun!
And who wouldn’t want to get up close with some big machinery ?
Be sure to stop by our booth and say hello !

Can’t wait to see you all there !

Hey STARBASE Rees friends!!

We need a favor!

Miss Piggy our gigantic goldfish is apartment hunting, anyone have a 20 gallon + tank they are willing to donate?
She’s so ready for her penthouse suite 😂

Today was bring your students to work day for State employees, we had a blast today ! Marble maze, “battle bots” and so much more 🥰

The Starbase Rees gang wants to wish Mrs. Safety a super duper HAPPY BIRTHDAY 🎈

Are you ready to inspire the next generation of engineers and designers? 🚀🎨
𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐑𝐁𝐀𝐒𝐄 𝐎𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐨𝐧 is hiring a 𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐀𝐌 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 for our Rees Training Center location in 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐧!

We’re looking for someone who doesn’t just teach science—they live it. At STARBASE, you’ll trade the whiteboard for flight simulators, 3D printers, and professional-grade CAD software.

𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐣𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐮𝐬?

𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦-𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠: You’ll never be on an island; we use a collaborative co-teaching model to manage high-energy classrooms.

𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡: We invest in you! New hires receive Onshape CAD certification training within their first year.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 "𝐅𝐮𝐧" 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫: You’ll get hands-on with the latest tech—from iPads to robotics—and show 5th graders how to use it to solve real-world problems.

𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫-𝐑𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭: Our mission doesn't stop for summer. When school is out, we run high-impact camps, community outreach, and 2.0 mentoring programs.

𝐒𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: We provide free, transformative STEAM programming for over 1,500 students annually at the Rees location alone.

𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐭𝐬: This is a permanent, full-time position with the Oregon Military Department, including comprehensive state benefits.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐢𝐬:
✅ High-energy and inquiry-driven.
✅ Tech-savvy (or ready to master CAD!).
✅ A team player who thrives in a "hands-on, minds-on" environment.

𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲 𝐭𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐣𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐑𝐁𝐀𝐒𝐄 𝐑𝐞𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦!
🔗 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐞𝐞𝐬: Please apply via your Workday account.
🔗 𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬: https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Hermiston--OMD--Rees-Training-Center/Learning---Development-Specialist-1_REQ-195763

Learning & Development Specialist 1 Initial Posting Date: 02/26/2026 Application Deadline: 03/09/2026 Agency: State of Oregon Military Department Salary Range: $4,736 - $7,241 Position Type: Employee Position Title: Learning & Development Specialist 1 Job Description: The Oregon Military Department is a state agency that supports....

What an amazing FIVE busy weeks we’ve had with our friends from Washington Elementary
FOUR fifth grade classes!!!

Lots of smiles and learning and amazement!
We even had a surprise birthday party for one of our students 🧁

Thank you again to your wonderful teachers and staff!!! We look forward to coming to see you all for “battle bots” this spring 🚀 🤖