Upcoming Partner Events

Learn about specific and applicable approaches to establishing statewide STEM mentor teacher networks. Recognizing that teacher retention is a major factor in the STEM teacher shortage in every state, how can we ensure that all teachers have access to a network of mentor teachers as they progress in their careers?

Learn about a new hub of resources created to help school districts and prep programs work together to ensure that regional teacher preparation aligns with the actual needs of local K-12 classrooms, especially around STEM.

Misperceptions about the teaching profession discourage STEM undergraduates from exploring it as a viable career option, even when they have an interest. Learn about a new research-informed booklet for faculty, teachers, and recruiters to change the nature of conversations they have with undergraduate students (and each other) about the value of middle and high school STEM teaching.

Washington, D.C. @ George Washington University: Sept. 13 / Register here.

New York City, NY @ American Museum of Natural History: Sept. 14 / Register here.

Austin, TX @ Center for STEM Education, UT Austin: Sept. 20 / Register here.

Bay Area, CA @ Genentech: Sept. 25 / Register here.

Southern California @ California State University/EnCorps STEM Teachers Program: Sept. 26 / Register here.

Phoenix, AZ @ Freeport-McMoRan Foundation: Sept. 27 / Register here.

Learn about how organizations in Arizona conducted an assessment of professional development needs in order to ensure equal and well-distributed support across the state. Using a data-driven approach, how can the insights collected inform decision-making by school, district, and funding leaders, and set priorities based on the real needs of teachers?

Learn about a new performance-based assessment model for middle school science instruction — developed in partnership with science-rich institutions — and recommendations for those who want to design and implement similar models on their own.