Librarian

Clermont Elementary School, Virginia

“I am looking forward to collaborating with a diverse group of STEM educators to exchange practical strategies and refine my teaching across grade levels. I am especially excited to bring back new ideas that strengthen student-driven inquiry.”

Physics Teacher

Paul Laurence Dunbar High School, MD

“I am looking forward to exploring innovative, hands-on STEM strategies and collaborating with fellow educators to bring new,back to our classrooms. It will be a great opportunity to foster a deeper passion for science.”

School Based Technology Specialist

Kings Park Elementary, Virginia

“I would love to obtain more resources to be able to share with my teachers and to use with young learners that align with the Computation Thinking Strategies.”

Computer Science/IT Teacher

H.H. Poole Middle School, Virginia

“I'm hoping to get more ideas to incorporate real-world science and engineering topics into my Computer Science/IT classes, especially anything that can be data related!”

Algebra I, Physics, AP Physics Teacher

Riverbend High School, Virginia

“I am most looking forward to meeting and collaborating with like-minded individuals who are passionate about educating our youth in the matters of STEM. I am excited about what I will learn and gain from this experience that will help me become an even better educator for my students."

Aviation & UAS (Drones)Teacher

Grace Hopper Center (New Arlington Career Center), Virginia

“I am looking forward to meeting and working with other cohort educators, gain direct exposure to cutting-edge Air Force research, and walk away with connections I can bring back to my students at the Arlington Career Center.”

STEM Specialist

Whittier Elementary School, Washington, D.C.

“Learning new ways to institute repeatable systems that last year after year.”

Biology Teacher

Hayfield Secondary, Virginia

“I’m looking forward to learning ways to incorporate new technologies and research methods into the AP Bio curriculum to make the class more relevant and engaging for students.”

Chemistry and Psychology Teacher

The Field School, Washington, DC

“I am looking forward to collaborating with other teachers and learning new ways to enhance my teaching practice.”

Engineering Teacher

Grace Hopper Center, Virginia

“I'm not sure what to expect, but I'm looking forward to sharing time with fellow STEAM teachers for a week.”

STEM Teacher

Sully Elementary, Virginia

“Build community and gain resources.”

Biology/Chemistry/Environmental Science/Anatomy & Physiology Teacher

John R. Lewis HS, Virginia

“I am looking forward to meeting the AFOSR STEM Team and my colleagues.”

Science Teacher

Francis C Hammond Middle School, Virginia

“I'm excited to hear about how people approach inquiry based learning.”

Staff Development, Social Studies and Science head

Arcola Elementary, Maryland

“I am hoping to find exciting lessons that will spark curiosity in my students.”

Biology & Environmental Science Teacher

Arlington Career Center/Grace Hopper, Virginia

“I’m most looking forward to learning new technologies and practical skills that I can bring back to my classroom next year, as well as connecting with inspiring educators who are doing amazing work in STEM.”

Biology, Exercise Science, Physical Science Teacher

Sussex Academy, Delaware

“I’m most looking forward to collaborating with other STEM educators, learning from their ideas and experiences, and growing together as instructional leaders. I’m especially excited to create and refine engaging content that connects with students in meaningful ways and brings STEM learning to life in the classroom.”

STEM Teacher

Colin Powell Academy, Maryland

“I am most looking forward to collaborating with peer leaders to gain innovative STEM strategies that I can implement within my school community. This experience will allow me to refine my leadership skills while bringing fresh, actionable insights back to my classroom.”

Science STEAM Technology Teacher

Montessori Public School of Arlington, Virginia

“I’m most looking forward to collaborating with other educators to deepen my practice in inquiry-driven STEM and invention education. I’m especially excited to develop meaningful, real-world learning experiences that empower students to think creatively, solve problems, and bring their ideas to life.”

Computer Science Teacher

Accokeek Academy, Maryland

“I’m most looking forward to collaborating with other educators and gaining new, practical STEM strategies that I can bring back to my classroom. I’m especially excited to explore hands-on activities that will better engage my students and deepen their learning.”

Science Teacher

West Yellowstone School, Montana

“Meeting other professionals from a different part of the country.”