EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The Harmony Science Academy (HSA)-El Paso Rocketry teams qualified for the American Rocketry Challenge National Finals, competing against 100 other teams nationwide.
HSA has performed as one of the few programs in the country, and the first within Harmony Public Schools, to rank among the top 24 teams nationwide, which is often referred to as the “Super League,” according to a news release by Harmony.
Harmony Science Academy students apart of the rocketry team. Photo courtesy of Harmony Science Academy.
Here is the team’s ranking in the previous years at the American Rocketry Challenge:
2023: 5th place in the United States
2024: 8th place nationally
2025: Two teams ranked in the Top 24
In addition to the achievement, the competition has opened opportunities for students to participate in the NASA Student Launch Initiative.
According to Harmony, the rocket teams provide students with real-world STEM experiences, including designing and testing rockets using industry tools. Students develop skills in physics, engineering, teamwork and leadership.
In 2026, the American Rocketry Challenge reached a record high of 1,107 participating teams, and only the top 100 earned invitations to nationals on May 16, according to Harmony. The winning team will advance to represent the United States at the Farnborough International Airshow 2026.
Photo courtesy of Harmony Science Academy.
The Harmony Science Academy Rocket Teams continues to serve as a launchpad for future engineers, scientists, and innovators, inspiring students to reach new heights in both academics and life.
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