Initial Publication Date: November 21, 2023

STEM Teacher Leadership Academy

https://www.afosrstem.org/academy
Organization: Air Force Office of Scientific Research

Content Area: Earth Science, Environmental Science, Other, Space Science / Astronomy
Grade-level Audience: High School (9-12), Intermediate (3-5), Middle (6-8), Primary (K-2)
When Offered: June to August
Cost: Free, Stipend paid
Format: In-Person only
Application Deadline: February 1, 2024
For More Information: kate.kogge@afk12stem.org

Description

Join our second cohort of accomplished STEM educators as they take on deep inquiry and informal learning connections alongside engineers, researchers, and museum specialists. Be a part of a community of leaders who wish to expand upon their practice, engage in reimagined engineering challenges, and return to the classroom feeling energized and empowered.
This program is designed for K-12 teachers in the National Capital Region who wish to infuse science, technology, engineering, and math into their lessons and explore interdisciplinary project design. Participants in this program will receive a $1,000 stipend, educational resources for the classroom, and 40 continuing education credits. All programming occurs at the National Air and Space Museum July 29-August 2, 2024.

What will you gain?

Teachers will be a part of a new, diverse cohort of K-12 STEM Educators in the DC region. They will receive valuable resources and insights from subject matter experts and museum educators.

Who should apply?

You must be a licensed, practicing K-12 educator teaching one or more of the STEM content areas.
Participants must teach within the National Capital Region.
Selected participants are expected to commit to the entire week of programming.