Earn and Win:
CVS Grants (up to $5000)
CVS grants support academic enrichment programs at public schools.
Toshiba Grants for K-5 Teachers
Toshiba grants support projects that tap into the natural curiosity of their students, enable students to frame their own scientific questions, and incorporate the expertise of community partners.
Toshiba Grants for 6-12 Teachers
Toshiba grants for 6-12 teachers support science and math education.
American Honda Foundation
Honda grants support education in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, the environment, job training and literacy.
Professional Recognition Opportunities:
Massachusetts Teacher of the Year Award
Distinguished Secondary (6-12) Teachers and Principals
2013 Presidential Award for Excellence in Math and Science Teaching
Professional Learning Opportunities:
Sample A Course in Math or Physics
April 23, 2013 or September 2013
The Summer Semester for math and physics courses designed specifically for educators starts April 23. You don't have to be a matriculated student to take a course. Registrations and/or applications are also being accepted for the Fall Semester. Learn more about the degree programs or email the STEM Education Center to find out how to register. There is a 40% discount remission on standard graduate credit rates for all educators enrolled in a course or a program.
Final Version of NGSS Released
The final set of Next Generation Science Standards has now been publically released. Massachusetts will determine what level of adoption to take. View the standards.
Water Rocket Competition Returns
On June 5, 2013 from 4-6:30 pm, the Department of Physics at WPI will hold its Annual Goddard Cup. Teams of students lead by a Team Leader are invited to blast-off in this exciting water rocket competition. Mentoring is available for the teams along with PDPs for Team Leaders. Read the rules, find out about mentoring, and register your team today.
Goulet Reviews Milton Academy's Math Dept.
Professor John Goulet not only teaches undergraduate math classes, but he also runs the undergraduate Teacher Preparation program and oversees/teaches the math master's degrees for educators. In his spare time, he recently chaired a team of 6 people who reviewed Milton Academy's math department. Milton Academy, a private K-12 school, used the review to align its programs with new recruitment strategies. The review team was made up of Professor Goulet, two K-8 specialists, two high school specialists and a businessman.
April 23, 2013 or September 2013
The Summer Semester for math and physics courses designed specifically for educators starts April 23. You don't have to be a matriculated student to take a course. Registrations and/or applications are also being accepted for the Fall Semester. Learn more about the degree programs or email the STEM Education Center to find out how to register. There is a 40% discount remission on standard graduate credit rates for all educators enrolled in a course or a program.
Final Version of NGSS Released
The final set of Next Generation Science Standards has now been publically released. Massachusetts will determine what level of adoption to take. View the standards.
Water Rocket Competition Returns
On June 5, 2013 from 4-6:30 pm, the Department of Physics at WPI will hold its Annual Goddard Cup. Teams of students lead by a Team Leader are invited to blast-off in this exciting water rocket competition. Mentoring is available for the teams along with PDPs for Team Leaders. Read the rules, find out about mentoring, and register your team today.
Goulet Reviews Milton Academy's Math Dept.
Professor John Goulet not only teaches undergraduate math classes, but he also runs the undergraduate Teacher Preparation program and oversees/teaches the math master's degrees for educators. In his spare time, he recently chaired a team of 6 people who reviewed Milton Academy's math department. Milton Academy, a private K-12 school, used the review to align its programs with new recruitment strategies. The review team was made up of Professor Goulet, two K-8 specialists, two high school specialists and a businessman.
TouchTomorrow
WPI will host two special events for educators as part of TouchTomorrow 2013. The first, on June 6 from 4-6pm, is an afternoon with NASA educators and a special meeting with several robotics teams from the Centennial Challenge. The second, on June 7 from 9am-1pm, is the opportunity to bring your students on campus. Bus funding is available. Read more or contact Mia Dubosarsky.
Support with ASSISTments
ASSISTments is offering opportunities for teachers and schools to get support. Learn more about summer workshops or about the new ASSISTments coaching program. Read more about how when ASSISTments is used by experienced, well trained teachers, students will be successful.
Mass Academy Summer PD is Open
Mass Academy of Math and Science is currently accepting registrations for its summer professional development for educators. Learn more about the variety of opportunities in both STEM and humanities and arts. Email Shari Weaver or call her at 508-831-4888 for a list of offerings.
- STEM Integration for District Leaders application deadline EXTENDED until April 12, 2013. Learn more now on how we can help you create a district-wide strategic plan for STEM.
- Last project-based STEM PD on May 1 will focus on integrated STEM for middle and high school and will be tied to NASA's upcoming Return Robot Centennial Challenge at WPI. Learn more and register now.
- Registration for summer professional development run by the STEM Education Center is open. Opportunities are available in many STEM subject areas at all grade levels. Learn more and register now.
George Washington Teachers' Institute
Core to College: The Transition from High School to College
Topics of discussion will include: transferring writing skills, close reading, argumentation,
information literacy, rhetorical awareness, revision, source use and logic.
Professional Development Points (PDPs) will be provided. Please note, participants must attend all sessions to be eligible for PDPs.
This series is sponsored by PARCC and the Central Massachusetts Readiness Center.
Please RSVP by email by March 26th if you will be attending to kthoma17@fitchburgstate.edu.
Dates of additional sessions (First and Third Thursdays): April 11, 2013; April 25, 2013; May 9, 2013; May 23, 2013
For more information: Keyna Thomas Central Massachusetts Readiness Center 160 Pearl Street, Fitchburg, MA 01420
(978) 665-3238
A minds-on, hands-on professional development experience that will provide you with scientific knowledge, classroom investigations and a network of resources.... Weekdays, July 8-12 and 15, 19, 2013. For more information, go to www.mits.org or contact Tim LaVallee at tlavallee@mits.org.
Common Core Standards Workshop
Examine the new Common core Standards, design lessons, create assessments , and subsequently look critically at samples of student work. $600 tuition + additional $25 non-refundable fee. 7 monthly sessions, after-school, 4-6 pm September through March - at Leicester High School (9/12/, 10/10, 11/14, 12/19, 1/23, 2/27, 3:27. Contact abrunell@worcester.edu