2026 STEM for Educators Workshop
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The North Dakota Space Grant Team announces the Summer 2026 Educators Professional Development Workshop being held in Grand Forks, ND.
STEM for Educators - NASA Missions - To the Moon and Beyond
What: Professional Development Workshop for Educators focused on bringing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) and NASA Activities & Resources into the classroom.
Who: Pre-K, K-12 In-service and Pre-service educators, and Informal Educators
When: June 15th - 17th, 2026
Where: University of North Dakota | Grand Forks, ND
Stipend: $500 plus travel expenses
2026 Draft Agenda
Registration*: Register online here. Deadline: May 1, 2026
*Educators interested in attending, please complete the Registration Notice of Interest Form. Note, attendance is limited to 30 participants. Educators selected to attend will be notified after the registration deadline.
Details: This hands-on workshop is funded by NASA's National Space Grant College and Fellowship Program. This experience will immerse participants in a NASA mission-themed environment, featuring hands-on activities designed to actively engage students in problem-solving and real-world challenges. Throughout the workshop, educators will explore new and innovative technologies that spark curiosity and inspire interest in STEM fields. Each activity is thoughtfully designed to encourage critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity while connecting directly to North Dakota State Science Standards. Participants will be eligible to earn one Professional Development credits (15 hours) through the University of North Dakota. This workshop provides a unique opportunity to bring engaging, standards-aligned STEM experiences into the classroom and foster a deeper enthusiasm for learning.
Contacts:
Laurie Salander (laurie.salander@und.edu)
Dr. Caitlin Milera (Caitlin.milera@und.edu)
Dr. Dawn Cleveland (dawn.cleveland@und.edu)
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Please note that all NDSGC awards are made from federal grant funds and awards cannot be concurrent with other federal grant funding awards made to individuals. By applying for this funding, I certify that the activities (stipend, salary, fringe, materials, supplies, travel, etc.) supported through the NDSGC are not supported through additional federal funding during the same period of performance. Any questions regarding this requirement can be directed to the NDSGC Team.