Theme of the month

Theme of the Month

Join us each month as we focus on a topic of interest to STEM Teacher Leaders with a webinar panel, open discussion, resources and blog post. 

June 2022

Uncovering the Brilliance of Children: Science in Elementary


This month's theme, moderated by K. Renae Pullen, will examine ways elementary teachers can leverage their expertise and experience to help students wonder and be curious as they explore the natural world and design solutions to real world problems that matter to them.


Uncovering the Brilliance of Children: Science in Elementary
Recorded: June 8th at 5pm EDT
Moderator: K. Renae Pullen
Panelists: Dr. Carolyn Colley, Lesley Gates, and Cindy Soule

 
 

Intro Blog

K. Renae Pullen
K. Renae Pullen reflects on this month's theme with an introductory blog post that explores a new consensus report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine.

Discussion

Join this facilitated conversation to discuss how elementary teachers can leverage their expertise and experience to help students wonder and be curious as they explore the natural world and design solutions to real world problems that matter to them. The conversation will bring together sound evidence, big ideas, and actionable next steps that we all need to take! We invite your participation!

Webinar Panel

Recorded: June 8th at 5pm EDT
Moderator: K. Renae Pullen
                                                       Panelists: Dr. Carolyn Colley, Lesley Gates, and Cindy Soule

 

Synthesis Brief

Brian Drayton
In this brief, Brian Drayton provides a synthesis of this month's theme "Uncovering the Brilliance of Children: Science in Elementary," that highlights key points and suggested recommendations discussed by those who participated in this month's discussion and webinar panel.