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Provide Access | Remove Barriers | Build Networks |
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SeaPerch Build Workshop Looking for an exciting opportunity to learn to build and operate underwater ROVs? The Seaperch team is organizing a build workshop for educators this coming October. Through this professional development, educators will learn how to introduce students to basic engineering and robotics principles, fostering interest in STEM. This training is free of charge, and spots are limited. Date: October 26, 2024 Time: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Venue: Maxim Doucet Hall 1401 Johnston St. Lafayette, LA 70503 | | |
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Annual LASTEM Summit: The Annual LASTEM Summit will bring together K-12 educators, higher education professionals, and STEM experts to the Lafayette Cajundome for a dynamic event focused on science and math education. Attendees will enjoy STEM presentations, teacher workshops, robotics, and Esports demonstrations, as well as networking opportunities with educational outreach organizations. Keynote speaker Captain Barrington Irving, founder of Flying Classroom, will share his experiences in advancing STEM education nationwide. He is also recognized for his achievements with a Congressional Resolution, a Guinness World Record, and as a National Geographic Emerging Explorer. Date: October 9, 2024 Location: Cajundome Convention Center 444 Cajundome Blvd. Lafayette, LA 70506 | | |
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NASA TechRise Student Challenge: NASA invites U.S. middle and high school students to join the fourth NASA TechRise Student Challenge. Students in grades 6-12 from public, private, or charter schools, including those in U.S. territories, are encouraged to submit experiment ideas to be launched on a high-altitude balloon. Under educator guidance, teams will design payloads and conduct suborbital tests, enhancing their skills in space exploration, Earth observation, coding, electronics, and data analysis. NASA will select 60 teams to build their experiments, providing each with $1,500, a flight box, and a spot on a NASA balloon flight. Winners will also receive technical support from Future Engineers advisors to help develop their projects. No prior experience is needed to participate in this educational and inspiring challenge! Deadline: November 1, 2024 | | |
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Shell Science Lab Regional Challenge Nominations Now Open The Shell Science Lab Regional Challenge Competition honors outstanding and innovative K–12 science educators and their programs. This competition highlights exemplary science lab instruction that maximizes limited school and laboratory resources. It aims to elevate awareness and recognition of exceptional contributions in the science education field. Apply or nominate a colleague today! | | |
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Brooke Owen Fellowship Program Are you passionate about a career in aerospace? The Brooke Owens Fellowship offers a unique opportunity for women and gender minorities interested in fields ranging from engineering to journalism within the aerospace industry. This prestigious fellowship includes a paid internship, executive mentorship, and the chance to work with leading aerospace companies like SpaceX, Blue Origin, and Lockheed Martin. Each fellow is also paired with executive mentors, including CEOs and astronauts, enriching the experience. Deadline: Monday, October 7, 2024. | | |
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Learning Blade Corner Learning Blade is thrilled to announce the release of its newly redesigned mission diagrams, now available with a fresh layout and updated content! These enhancements make it simpler to incorporate STEM, computer science, and career awareness into educators' classroom more effectively, tailoring resources to fit students' needs and foster career exploration. As the new school year begins, educators should not forget to schedule their Back to School Professional Development sessions with Learning Blade to maximize the benefits for you and your students! | | |
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LATM Outstanding Mathematics Teacher Awards Extended Deadline The Louisiana Association of Teachers of Mathematics (LATM) annually honors outstanding mathematics teachers at elementary (K-4), middle (5-8), and high school (9-12) levels. A new teacher in their first three years may also be honored, based on a review by a panel of Louisiana educators. Awardees will be celebrated at the 2024 LATM Conference in Baton Rouge on October 21-22, 2024, where they will receive a plaque, a cash award, and a one-year NCTM membership to further their professional development. Deadline: Sunday, September 22, 2024 | | |
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