STEAM Ahead
Made possible by the DoDEA Stealth Sciences Grant
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION NATIONWIDE CALL FOR STUDENT PERFORMING ARTISTS
The U.S. Department of Education is seeking student performing artists (such as bands, choirs, color guards, dancers, drumlines, poets/spoken word artists, soloists, theatrical performers) currently enrolled in elementary, middle, or high schools, who exemplify resilience, diversity, and excellence and are interested in showcasing their talent. No formal training or experience is necessary.
Exploratorium’s Summer Institute for Middle & High School Teachers
Application Deadline: March 3, 2025
Spend three weeks (June 16–July 3) at San Francisco’s Exploratorium learning how to introduce more inquiry into your classroom. Delve into inquiry-based science, explore exhibits, engage in hands-on activities and discussions, and participate in a supportive community of fellow educators. Participation includes a $2,500 stipend for completion of the institute, lifelong membership in a collaborative community of science teachers, ongoing opportunities for alumni workshops and institutes, and special access to online resources.
Apply today for the Exploratorium Summer Institute for Teachers!
Deadline: March 3, 2025
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Building Insights Through Observation (BIO) – Teaching with Data Visualizations in Middle School Science
Wednesday, April 9, 2025 | 6 p.m. ET
Explore an innovative model to help middle schoolers make sense of Earth and Environmental Science phenomena through data visualization. This program combines arts-based approaches with science content and geospatial data to build data literacy, critical thinking, and content connections.
Attendees will experience the Building Insights through Observation (BIO) model, reflect on how it supports teaching and learning, and access free classroom-ready resources. Hands-on, adaptable, and impactful, BIO empowers students to engage with real-world challenges through data.
Teachers experienced in implementing the model will guide attendees in adapting it for their classrooms. Register now for the BIO workshop; you don’t want to miss this opportunity to enhance your teaching with cutting-edge strategies.
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AI Ready Skills – Available now at NO COST for Alaska Public Schools
AI Ready Skills is a credential program which develops and proves students’ skills in the evolving world of Artificial Intelligence. The program engages young learners through game-based learning in a highly engaging curriculum and rewards their learning with credentials. The program is easy-to-teach and uses Minecraft Education to immerse students in a fun and engaging learning environment.
Find out more and request your free teacher account at https://aireadyskills.com.
We are looking for volunteers to help us interview & judge student projects on Thursday, March 20 at Pioneer Park.
This is a fun, interactive volunteer experience with local elementary & middle school students to get kids excited about science. Judges will be provided with training, snacks & drinks.
Please click on the link below to sign up to judge. There is a morning shift and an early afternoon shift. Most schools will be there in the morning, so we will need more judges then. But we welcome any time you can give us—just let us know what times you can help in the comment line.
- 8:30 - 11:30 am shift
- 11:30 am - 2:30 pm shift
- 2:30 - 5:30 pm over judging
DoDEA Stealth Sciences grant
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Website: https://www.k12northstar.org/departments/teaching-learning/military-student-support
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