New: MiSTEM Collaboratives Website
Click here to see the new MiSTEM Collaboratives Website for Computer Science, Math and Science/Engineering!
New this fall!!
Math Modeling Competition at LSSU
See the FLYER for details!
Mathematical Modeling is used to represent, analyze, make predictions and solve real world problems
Students will work in teams to solve a real world math problem. The day will include team work times, team presentations, lunch in the quarterdeck and an awards assembly.
FIRST Lego League Challenge
FIRST LEGO League Challenge (FLLC) creates a world where students meet science and technology and want more. Where obstacles and challenges are eagerly met. Where gaining confidence and life skills are by-products of a good time. Interested schools can reach out to Angela Hite (angela@firstinmichigan.org) and find information on the FLLC webpage. This program can be funded through the Michigan Department of Education Robotics Competition Grant.
Lake Superior State University will be hosting a regional FLLC event on November 23 this year!
Future City
Registration For Future City Is Open!
What is Future City?
Future City is a cross-curricular National education program organized locally by The Engineering Society of Detroit. This year we are proud to be celebrating the 30th year of the program! This hands-on STEM program is open to anyone in 6th - 8th grade. It gives students an opportunity to do the things that engineers do—identify problems; brainstorm ideas; design solutions; test, retest, and build; and share their results. This process is called the engineering design process. With this at its center, Future City is a hands-on engaging way to build students’ 21st century skills. Watch this awesome video of visit the Future City Webpage to see Future City in action.
For more information about Future City, contact Allison Marrs, ESD Future City Program Manager, at amarrs@esd.org or 248-353-0735, ext. 121.
Code.org: CS Fundamentals Intro Workshop (Kdg-5)
The CSforMichigan Collaborative is offering Code.org CS Fundamentals (K-5) virtual workshops at no cost for Michigan educators. CS Fundamentals workshops are provided through MiSTEM Advisory Council grants. Register today to gain access to high quality computer science professional learning. No computer science experience is required to attend. Computer Science Fundamentals is a Code.org curriculum designed for students in kindergarten through fifth grade (K-5). Each grade-level unit is between 12-20 lessons long and is built for flexible implementation. During the workshop, participants will learn from certified Code.org facilitators, participate in a model lesson, learn the management system, and dive into the lessons.
There are virtual options to choose from throughout the year. Sign up today for a series that works best with your schedule and share this information with your colleagues.
Dates: See Registration Flyer for date options and registration links
Time: 4:30pm - 6:30pm ET
Cost: Registration Covered by MiSTEM Network Advisory Council Grants
What is Provided: Curriculum guide and $150 stipend
For more information about CS Fundamentals Workshops, check out http://www.mi-coding.com/cs-fundamentals-intro-registration-links.html
Workshop Goals
At the end of the workshop, teachers will know:
- The importance of CS for all students, and the teachers’ role in creating an environment where all students can learn equitably.
- How CS Fundamentals can be used as an avenue for getting CS to all students.
- What CS Fundamentals courses look like (lesson plans, online activities, unplugged activities).
- Which courses and lessons of CS Fundamentals are most appropriate for their students.
At the end of the workshop, teachers will have:
- A plan of action for starting to teach CSF.
- Long(er) term goals about how deep into the course they would like to go with students.
- Strategies for teaching CS Fundamentals lessons.
- A connection to the community of CS Fundamentals teachers.
SCECHs & Stipends
Participants will receive SCECHs at no cost along with a $150 stipend at the completion of the workshop. Stipends are provided by the MiSTEM Network through the MiSTEM Network Advisory Council grant awarded to Grand Valley State University (GVSU). Stipends are paid out through GVSU.
High-Quality 6-12 Instruction: Applying Essential Practices
This collaborative opportunity is for secondary educators and instructional leaders in ALL AREAS to learn about and apply the Essential Instructional Practices for Disciplinary Literacy in the Secondary Classroom: Grades 6-12.
Participants/districts can mix and match from the following formats:
- Quarterly face-to-face sessions at the ISD (9/30, 11/13, 2/11, 4/8)
- Monthly virtual check-ins (4th Tuesday, 3:45-4:45 starting in October)
- In-district/routine support (PLC, DPPD, coaching, etc.).
Check out this flyer, contact Lindsay Brindley (brindley@eupschools.org) for details, and register in Wisdomwhere today!
Computer Science SCRIPT CSforAll Workshop
- The New District SCRIPT workshop is for school district teams who are completing SCRIPT for the first time.The Strategic CSforALL Resource and Implementation Planning Tool (“SCRIPT”) is a framework used to guide the creation of customized implementation plans to meet the goals and needs of school districts that are seeking to create computer science education (“CSed”) plans, guided by CSforALL values of rigor, inclusion, and sustainability. The SCRIPT engages school districts in goal-setting across five thematic areas: (1) Materials and Curriculum, (2) Leadership, (3) Teacher Capacity and Development, (4) Partners & Community, and (5) Technology Infrastructure.
- During the SCRIPT Workshop, Districts Team formed by multiple agents of change in the education system collaborate on self-assessment and goal-setting, to evaluate what needs, strengths and challenges their district faces to develop a long-term CSed plan. District teams will also set 3-month, 6-month and 12-month/long term goals. SCRIPT workshops are led by the CSforALL team or by a SCRIPT Facilitator trained by CSforALL. SCRIPT workshops are provided at no cost to the districts.
CSforMichigan Education Conference
The Michigan Department of Education (MDE) and the CS for Michigan Collaborative is partnering with the Michigan Association for Computer Users in Learning (MACUL) to continue our efforts in bringing you a unique learning opportunity to connect statewide work in the areas of Computer Science, including the implementation of the K-12 CS Standards and many other technology-driven initiatives.
CSforMichigan will be hosting two days of focused learning, networking and in person tinkering on all things Computer Science. We hope that you block off the time on your calendars to join us for our in-depth workshops and the CSforMichigan Event on October 3-4, 2024 with a focus exploring, learning from peers and sessions to expand your Computer Science knowledge.
New Structure
This year there will be a new structure for the CSforMichigan Event! The event will span over two days, no longer separated by the Leadership and Education Summit. The 2024 format will entail:
Thursday - Workshops all day (8:30am-4:30pm), workshops will be in 2 or 3 hour blocks
Friday - Keynote, workshops, and breakout sessions (8:00am-1:30pm)
Registration
CSforMichigan will take place at the DeVos Place in the Gallery Overlook rooms for workshops and sessions. Registration will be $99 for this event. Both days are included, and attendees are expected to participate in both days.
Accomodations
Hotel Rooms will be available at the Amway Grand. We expect to have a hotel scholarship opportunity for this year's event to include a hotel room stay for those who need one.
Calling All Middle School Science Educators!
- Cereal City Science was recently approved for a MiSTEM Advisory Council Grant that will fund virtual Curriculum Training sessions for all of our Middle School units for the 2024-25 school year. To help educators take full advantage of this opportunity, we will be offering free Teacher Guides for training participants and an additional 10% discount on all Middle School purchases. This is a great opportunity to maximize an investment into a high-quality science curriculum with free and discounted instructional materials and free PD.
Michigan Master Teachers Program for Middle School Science and STEM Teachers
The Master Teachers Program (MTP) aims to recruit 30 experienced and effective science teachers to lead efforts to improve science education in grades 5-9 in diverse, high-need schools throughout Michigan. 20 teachers will enter the program as master's degree holders and 10 teachers will earn a Master's in Educational Instruction Curriculum, jointly developed and administered by MTU and NMU. The degree will be offered entirely online, making it accessible to teachers throughout Michigan.
MTU and NMU are seeking experienced middle school STEM teachers from high-need districts who are interested in building their leadership skills and improving STEM education in Michigan. All participants must be committed to continue serving as a classroom teacher in a high-need district* for at least 5 of the next 7 years. See FLYER for more details.
Leadership DevelopmentLeadership-development program designed specifically for Michigan in full collaboration with participating MTP STEM teachers.
Stipend: Master's degree holders will receive a $10,000 stipend annually for 5 years in return for their completing all program requirements. Bachelor's degree holders will receive a $10,000 stipend upon completion of the master's and additional $10,000 stipends each year for 4 subsequent years
Application Process
- Complete the application form HERE or using the button below.
- The application takes less than one hour to complete
- Applications will be reviewed beginning October 30.
- Email mtp@mtu.edu for any questions
Michigan Green Schools
The Michigan Green Schools Program supports and celebrates the achievements of PreK-12 schools in protecting the state's air, land, water, and ecosystems through their commitments to environmental education and stewardship actions.
Michigan Green Schools Webpage
Michigan Agriculture in the Classroom
Did you know that Michigan is the nation’s second largest producer of apples? There are more than 17.6 million apple trees covering 38,000 acres on 850 family run farms in Michigan. Growers pride themselves on a rich heritage of producing an array of Michigan apple varieties.
Here are some Lessons and resources!
