The Orbit Activities Update: Nov. 1-7
If you're looking for something to do next week, let the Orbit Activities Update be your guide!
Here’s your Orbit Activities update for Nov. 1–7. This week, you’ll find academic updates and deadlines, field trip opportunities, enrichment activities and scholarship information. Take a look at what’s coming up and note any dates you don’t want to miss.
Academic Activities & Deadlines
Academic Enrichment
Epic Innovators Day is almost here! Students from across Oklahoma will come together for hands-on discovery, creative challenges and STEAM-powered fun. There’s still time to prepare a Science Fair project, showcase an invention or get an idea ready for the Spark Tank. Students are also welcome to come and enjoy the activities. Learn more on our Academic Enrichment page.
The 2026–27 International Academic Competitions qualifying window closes Nov. 13. Epic students can take virtual exams from home in geography, history, science, spelling and more for a chance to advance to regional, national or international championships.
Community Service & Outreach
Help make a difference this fall by taking part in Epic’s ongoing Coat Drive. Students and families can donate new coats to help keep community members warm as colder weather approaches. We're more than halfway to our collection goal, but there's time to contribute until Nov. 6!
Field Trips
More Opportunities
Here are a few opportunities from outside organizations that may interest Epic students and families. Epic does not sponsor or organize these activities, so please check with each organization for details, eligibility and deadlines.
Oklahoma Academic All-State Awards: Applications open Oct. 7 and close Dec. 1 at 5 p.m. Eligible Oklahoma public high school seniors can apply for one of the state’s most prestigious academic honors. Only 100 students will be selected based on academic achievement, leadership, motivation, character and community involvement. Each honoree receives a $1,500 award. Applicants must have at least a 30 on the ACT, a 1370 on the SAT or be a National Merit semifinalist. View eligibility and application information.
Jack Kent Cooke College Scholarship Program: High school seniors | Deadline: Nov. 11. High-achieving seniors with financial need can apply for a scholarship worth as much as $55,000 per year at an accredited four-year college or university. Recipients also receive college-planning assistance, financial-aid guidance, and ongoing academic advising. This is highly competitive, but it is an exceptional opportunity for qualifying students. Explore the Cooke College Scholarship.
Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship: High school seniors | Deadline: Nov. 12. The Elks National Foundation will award 500 four-year scholarships to students pursuing full-time study at four-year U.S. colleges and universities. Awards range from $4,000 to $30,000, and applicants are evaluated on academic achievement, leadership and financial need. Students do not need to be related to an Elks member. View scholarship details.
