STEM
In collaboration with the South Metro-Salem STEM Partnership, our STEM consultant works to expand educator and student access to science, technology, engineering and math courses and experiential learning.
STEM program visioning, planning and implementation
We support districts and teachers with:
Equity-focused analysis of their K -12 science programs
Co-development of lessons in line with K-12 science education best practices and state standards
Integration of STEM and Career Connected Learning into other content areas
Assistance in securing grants to support local and regional STEM education goals.
Guidance on adopting curriculum and implementing equitable systems. Find curriculum and adoption resources from the Cross-ESD Curriculum & Adoption Collaborative:
STEM education opportunities outside of the classroom
We help districts plan after-school and summer science programs and STEM/STEAM Nights for their community. Grant funding from the South Metro-Salem STEM Partnership or other agencies may be available to support STEM education events.
Educational technology
We connect educators to STEM resources, including tools, technology and makerspaces. A STEAM lending library, including access to BeeBots, Sphero indi and BOLT, Makey Makey and more, is coming soon!
Professional development
We facilitate professional development opportunities, individualized coaching from specialists in K-12 science education and a community of learning among regional science educators.
Upcoming STEM workshops
Program Contacts
Teaching & Learning News
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