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Provide Access | Remove Barriers | Build Networks |
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STEMulating Summer 4.0:
STEM Extravaganza |
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We kicked off our STEMulating Summer Initiative 4.0 with our STEM Extravaganza on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at Bourgeois Hall on the campus of UL Lafayette. Over 500 students from 11 different schools in 5 school districts throughout region 4 participated. Students had a blast participating in STEM-based activities designed to expose middle school students to STEM concepts. A huge thank you to all teachers and preservice teachers who made this event possible! A special thank you to our community and industry partner volunteers; Entergy Solutions, FRC Team 3616 Phenomena, Northwest High School Robotics Team, CGI, Terysa Solves It, Learning Blade, Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries, and UL Lafayette’s Chemistry and Physics departments, for helping to make this event a success! |
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Join us for a FREE two-day training designed to prepare educators to lead local STEM initiatives and professional development opportunities. The goal of this cohort is to improve STEM outcomes for all Louisiana students. Participants will examine models of quality STEM learning environments and research-based strategies with a deep focus on mentoring classroom teachers to build content knowledge and instructional capacity. Participants will also develop action plans as part of their participation in the cohort. Action plans will provide educators with opportunities to develop innovative solutions for real-world problems in STEM education specific to their classroom, school campus, or district. This professional development is brought to you by the National Math and Science Initiative(NMSI), UL Lafayette’s Center for Excellence in Education and its Region 4 STEM Network Center(R4SNC), and the Louisiana Department of Education(LDOE). | | |
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Camp Code for Girls in Louisiana |
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Fast Enterprises is thrilled to partner with Girl Scouts East Louisiana for its 5th annual Camp Code for Girls. This free coding camp aims to ignite an interest in STEM among girls who will be entering 8th, 9th, or 10th grade in the 2024-25 academic year. Camp Code offers campers the chance to engage in educational coding games and activities under the guidance of experienced female software developers. The camp provides a unique opportunity to meet a variety of women in technology and explore the diverse career opportunities available in the coding and tech fields. Date: June 10-14, 2024 Venue: Girl Scout DreamLab, 3005 W. Cabela’s Pkwy, Suite J, Gonzales, LA 70737 Time: 9 AM - 3 PM CDT | | |
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Rising Water:
GEOSERVICE Summer Workshop |
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The Regional Application Center is hosting a free Geoservice workshop for 8th -12th grades this summer. Applicants should be in good standing with their school. Date: July 15 - 19, 2024 Venue: Regional Application Center, Abdalla Hall, 635 Cajundome Blvd, Lafayette, LA 70506 Time: 9 AM - 3:30 PM CDT Lunch will be provided! | | |
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Educators can prepare for the Fall 2024 curriculum by incorporating Learning Blade's extensive resources, featuring over 400 lessons tailored for grades 5-9 in STEM, CS, and CTE classes. Learning Blade offers user-friendly lesson plans and diverse interactive activities, allowing students to explore career interests, engage in teamwork, and tackle projects like 3D printing and engineering challenges. Educators can enhance classroom experience and get ahead of the game by scheduling Summer or Back-to-School professional development to discover how Learning Blade can transform their teaching approach. | | |
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Annual LASTEM Summit:
Call for Exhibitors |
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Exhibitor applications for the Annual LASTEM Summit are still open! The Summit is a key gathering for K-12 and higher education professionals, STEM workforce experts, and science and math enthusiasts. Attendees can engage in a variety of activities including STEM presentations, teacher workshops, robotics and Esports demonstrations, and networking with educational outreach organizations. This event is a great opportunity to connect with peers, explore new ideas, and advance your knowledge in the field of STEM. Deadline: August 1, 2024, at 5 PM CST | | |
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NSTA National Conference on Science Education |
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The National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) national conference will be held in New Orleans, a city renowned for its vibrant energy and rich culture. Participants are invited to join for an unforgettable experience where professional development meets the unique spirit of the Big Easy. This is an excellent opportunity to grow professionally while enjoying the soulful atmosphere of one of America's most iconic cities. | | |
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angela.boxie@louisiana.edu |
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