Attention all High School Environmental Science Teachers: This message is being sent on behalf of Lauren Gibson, PhD Student at NC State University. For more information email thinkoutsidethesink@ncsu.edu.Attention all High School Environmental Science Teachers: Duke University Marine Laboratory (DUML) and NC State would like to invite you to a water quality teacher professional development workshop from Friday, September 24, at … Continue reading New Opportunities: September 7th, 2021

NC STEM Schools of Distinction Rubric: Tool for School Improvement Is your school interested in using the NC STEM Schools of Distinction Rubric for school improvement or to receive the STEM School of Distinction designation?  The NC Center for the Advancement of Teaching (NCCAT) is offering a two-day planning institute (10/18-10/20) for school teams to enhance STEM.  … Continue reading New Opportunities: August 31st, 2021

It's back to school, and we are... If you attend, let them know you are with STEM West!! Join Girls Who Code on Thursday, August 26 at 6:30 PM EST to learn about our Clubs for 3rd-12th graders and how you can access over 120 hours of FREE coding curricula, activities, and diverse women in tech spotlights! RSVP here to let us know you’re … Continue reading New Opportunities: August 24th, 2021

Question Stems for Students: This site has 26 questions stems to engage students in collaborative discussions. Example: I see it differently because… Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education: K-12 Resources STEM Lesson Plans for K-12 Teachers - ORISE (orau.gov) NC Geological Survey Resource links: NC Geological Survey (NCGS): https://deq.nc.gov/about/divisions/energy-mineral-land-resources/north-carolina-geological-survey NCGS Geoscience Education: https://deq.nc.gov/about/divisions/energy-mineral-land-resources/north-carolina-geological-survey/geoscience-education Earthquake Links/Resources on … Continue reading New Opportunities: August 17, 2021

 Opportunity for schools: NCSciFest's Duke Energy Science Nights are back! (apply by 8/31/order by 9/10) The NCSciFest’s wildly popular Duke Energy Science Night for elementary schools program is back for its 11th year! These kits contain everything you need to host a science night for 200+ students and their families.  Applications are now open for schools to receive one … Continue reading New Opportunities: August 6th, 2021

Grant Opportunities: Sponsored by American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics: August 31st! Website:https://www.aiaa.org/get-involved/students-educators/aiaa-foundation-classroom-grant-programContact:Sha’Niece SimmonsAmerican Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics12700 Sunrise Valley Dr. Ste. 200Reston, VA 20191-5807Phone: 800.639.2422Email: Sha'NieceS@aiaa.orgDescription:The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) believes that one of the most significant means to inspire and advance the future of aerospace is to fund grants … Continue reading New Opportunities: August 3rd, 2021

AIAA Foundation Classroom Grant Program Sponsored by American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Website:https://www.aiaa.org/get-involved/students-educators/aiaa-foundation-classroom-grant-programContact:Sha’Niece SimmonsAmerican Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics12700 Sunrise Valley Dr. Ste. 200Reston, VA 20191-5807Phone: 800.639.2422Email: Sha'NieceS@aiaa.orgDescription:The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) believes that one of the most significant means to inspire and advance the future of aerospace is to fund … Continue reading New Opportunities: July 20th, 2021

NSHSS DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION IN TEACHING GRANT NSHSS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Teaching Grant | National Society of High School Scholars for $1500! Hear from NASA Astronauts at the International Space Station Monday, July 12! Morehead Planetarium and Science Center is hosting a live Downlink with NASA astronauts on board the International Space … Continue reading New Opportunities: July 9, 2021

FREE Math Websites from Code Wizards: 7 Free Math Websites for Kids and Teens | CodeWizardsHQ Inspiring Innovation in Student Research: Join the North Carolina Science Fair Foundation (NCSFF) for a virtual workshop this summer! Who: Teachers in grades 3-12 who plan their school’s science fair, are new to the science fair process, are looking for … Continue reading New Opportunities: June 22nd, 2021

Competitions for K-12 EducatorsEducator competitions increase students’ interest and excitement for science: Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education In June, ORISE is hosting two educator competitions; please scroll down for more information. June Social Media Contest Deadline: on or before 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time, Wednesday, June 30 Teachers! School may be out, but summer … Continue reading New Opportunities: June 8th, 2021