STEM Pioneers Teacher Corps
This funding will support 27 teachers in the STEM Pioneers Teacher Corps, offering extensive professional development and resources over the 5 years of the grant.
This program aims to:
Teacher Benefits—STEM Pioneers Corps
All materials must be submitted by 8:00AM on February 16, 2026. Late or incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Unleash Your Students' Creativity with Code/Art!
CodeJoy FREE Micro:bit in the Wild Asynchronous Video Course
When: At your convenience! Where: Online, Asynchronous Who: Designed for 3rd-12th teachers interested in environmental literacy and/or computer science What Else? This is a FREE, 3 hours and 21 minute course; participants will receive 2, free micro:bits. CodeJoy FREE Student SessionsCodeJoy FREE Student Shows for this school year are on the calendar!
Bring your class, your grade level, or your whole school! When: View the calendar to view available dates and time Where: Online (Zoom) Who: Ideal for 3rd-8th grade students - Beginner to intermediate coders TransformEd (AIU3) Upcoming Opportunities
Check out these September PD opportunities:
Consortium for Public Education Student Sustainability Design Challenge (SSDC)
When and Where: Both programs will launch this fall, with a kickoff on October 29th at Washington and Jefferson University (Washington County), and another kickoff on November 13th at Rodef Shalom Congregation (Allegheny County). The Global Impact Forum 2025
High School Student Spotlight at The Global Impact Forum (TGIF) 2025This free, one-day opportunity will bring together nearly 200 high school students across Pennsylvania to explore STEM and AI workshops and connect with educators, innovators, and industry leaders from across the region. There are two ways for students to participate: Student Showcase + Workshops
Why Encourage Your Students to Apply?
When: Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 9:00 AM-2:00 PM (lunch provided) Where: David L. Lawrence Convention Center Who: High School Students Remake Learning Network Assembly
2025 PETE & C 2026
When: February 1–4, 2026 Where: Hershey Lodge, Hershey, PA Who: Teachers and Instructional Coaches, Tech Directors and IT Staff, Media & Library Specialists, LEA Administrators and Support Staff 2025 CSforAllPA - Collaborative Futures: CS+AI Summit - CANCELLED
CSinPA K-8 Foundational Pathway - 2026 Fall Cohort
When: October 8, 2025- April 29, 2026; All live sessions will take place on Wednesdays from 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm:
Who: Open to all K–8 educators interested in integrating computer science into their curriculum. No CS experience needed. Other:
What’s So Cool About Manufacturing Video Contest
NCWIT Aspirations in Computing High School Award
CSTA Annual Conference
PDE SAS Institute 2025 The SAS Institute is a transformative experience designed to empower educational leaders with the tools, strategies, and connections to drive meaningful change.
When: December 8-10, 2025; Registration opens on September 18, 2025 Where: Hershey Lodge & Convention Center, 325 University Dr, Hershey, PA 17033 Who: Educational leaders Teachers' Summer STEAM Retreat 2025
WHEN: Monday, August 4 through Wednesday, August 6, 2025 from 8:30am - 12:30pm WHERE: All sessions will be held at locations in the New Kensington area. Click on the Learn More button below to find locations for each day. Free. In-person. ACT 48 Eligible. Lunch is included. Limited to the first 35 registrants. CodeJoy FREE Summer PD!
When: Sessions are happening in June, July, and August (flexible scheduling available) Where: Virtual Animatronics Unleashed: From Beginner Builds to Advanced Designs
Creative Circuits: CodeJoy & Chibitronics Explore Circuit Sketcher
Free CodeJoy Student Session
Teach Engineering Champions Institute
Apply to become a Teach Engineering Champion and attend the Teach Engineering Champions Institute. A Teach Engineering Champion is a K-12 formal or informal educator who demonstrates a strong commitment to advancing engineering education. They are passionate about fostering innovation, problem-solving, and critical thinking in all students through the teaching of engineering concepts, skills, and practices. Applications will close on April 30, 2025. Practical AI in the Classroom with Robotics
Creative Coding & Storytelling 2025
Who: Open to U.S. public school teachers (including charter school teachers), public librarians, and district tech specialists. No prior coding experience required! When: July 21 – July 25, 2025, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM ET Where: Virtual Application deadline is May 31st, 2025. The Future of Work Faculty Academy Spring Forum 2025
Please register by May 16, 2025. High School Student Spotlight at the Upcoming Global Impact Forum (TGIF) 2025
Spotlight Details
Benefits to Students
When: Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 11:00 AM-3:00 PM (lunch provided) Where: Pittsburgh, PA Final deadline to apply: September 15, 2025 2025 Education Vanguard Conference Proposal Submissio
 ABC CREATE 2nd Annual school2school STEAM Showcase 2025!The idea of a traveling STEAM Showcase was first launched in 2024 as a creative response to the challenges of substitute teacher shortages. It provided an opportunity for ABC CREATE educators to both showcase and observe best practices in STEAM-based teaching and learning. Based on the positive feedback from last year’s participants—like, "There was truly something special about seeing the lessons live in action, with students and materials, on the premises in the different spaces of different classrooms and districts."—we are thrilled to host a second traveling showcase this year. This year’s school2school STEAM Showcase will take place during the weeks of April 7-10 and May 5-8; it will involve K-8 educators from ABC CREATE partner districts visiting one another’s classrooms to observe STEAM-integrated lessons in action with students. We’re especially looking forward to seeing inquiry-based and discovery learning activities—perhaps even STEELS-aligned lessons! If you're interested in hosting a lesson(s), please keep in mind the following:
If you have a STEAM-integrated lesson you’re proud to share and would like to host a session (or two!) during the showcase, please complete an interest form by Monday, March 10th. Remake Learning Days 2025
Google Teachable Machine + ROBOTS Webinar for Teachers
PD Opportunities from the Pennsylvania Association for Environmental Education
2025 STEM Summit: Forge the Future
Remake Learning Pulse Checks
Outdoor Learning At the first session, attendees will gain a snapshot of current regional efforts, assets, and opportunities and challenges. We will begin to identify unique opportunities for collective action. At the second session, attendees will focus on making sense of what we know about what’s happening, what’s needed, and what’s hoped for in Outdoor Learning in the Pittsburgh region. We should end with an outline of actionable goals for Remake Learning Network Strategy Development. Artificial Intelligence and Education AI is reshaping education in ways that are still unfolding. Rather than rushing to answers, these Pulse Checks are an opportunity to pause together, reflect, and make sense of these shifts as a community. This is a space for dialogue and shared learning with the goal of our time together being the surfacing of needs, possibilities, and ways we might accelerate knowledge growth in this area. We hope you'll join us to explore how AI is showing up in classrooms, how it’s shaping teaching and learning, and what values we want to center in this moment of change. Free CodeJoy Student Session
Assistive Technology Making - Solder, Switches, & Stuffing
This hands-on workshop will introduce participants to assistive technology (AT) making skills to create usable access products. Participants will learn basic soldering to join wire segments and assemble mono and stereo components for use in a variety of assistive technology applications. No previous knowledge or needed! Where: Allegheny Intermediate Unit, 475 East Waterfront Dr., Homestead, PA 15120 When: Thursday, March 6 · 8:30am - 3:30pm EST STEAM Leadership Conference 2025
Conference attendees can expect to:
When: Friday, March 7 and Saturday, March 8, 2025 Where: Virtual Penn State Future Readiness Academy Summer Discovery
Where: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Go to Program Details to learn more. When: June 23–July 24, 2025 (Monday–Thursday, 9:00am–3:30pm) Application Deadline: March 31, 2025 Opportunity for High School Teachers to Review Data Science Curricula | LabXchange
2025 Education Vanguard Conference Proposal Submission
Remake Learning Days 2025 Ambassador Program
Origametria Workshop for Math Educators
PD Opportunities from the Pennsylvania Association for Environmental Education
Experiencing Hydroponics: How Indoor Agriculture is Paving the Way for a Better Future Join Fluxspace Pittsburgh to learn more about how schools and community organizations turn to hydroponics to teach environmental literacy and sustainability. Where: Fluxspace, 401 Greentree Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15220 When: Tuesday, April 1, 2025 from 5:00 - 7:00 PM Free for PAEE Members, $5 for NonMembers AI Literacy & Ethics for Educators
FREE CodeJoy Student Session
Assistive Technology Making - Solder, Switches, & Stuffing
This hands-on workshop will introduce participants to assistive technology (AT) making skills to create usable access products. Participants will learn basic soldering to join wire segments and assemble mono and stereo components for use in a variety of assistive technology applications. No previous knowledge or needed! Where: Allegheny Intermediate Unit, 475 East Waterfront Dr., Homestead, PA 15120 When: Thursday, March 6 · 8:30am - 3:30pm EST STEAM Leadership Conference 2025
Conference attendees can expect to:
When: Friday, March 7 and Saturday, March 8, 2025 Where: Virtual Penn State Future Readiness Academy Summer Discovery
Where: Participants will take part in a mix of onsite, offsite, and virtual programming in Pittsburgh and Central Pennsylvania. Go to Program Details to learn more. When: June 23–July 24, 2025 (Monday–Thursday, 9:00am–3:30pm) Application Deadline: March 31, 2025 Receive a FREE Classroom Kit of Materials: Learn about MICROCHIPS!
Receive funding as a Remake Learning Days Host! $$ Chip Kids will be distributing these kits in time to use during Remake Learning Days. As a Remake Learning Host you will be eligible to apply for a mini grant (options of $100/$250 awards) to extend this program. Use additional funds to bring in a special guest, add in supplemental materials, have a pizza party…you decide! When you request your classroom kit more information will be provided on how to apply. Other Resources and Opportunities
FREE AI Video Course from CodeJoyCodeJoy has been working with the Infosys Foundation USA to produce an asynchronous (recorded) video series called Practical AI for Educators. Discover how AI can be more than just a productivity tool — it's a powerful instrument for creative thinking and educational innovation. Title: Practical AI for Educators Length: 3 hours 21 minutes Audience: K-12 educators, admin, and anyone else seeking meaningful experiences with AI Cost: FREE! micro:bit CreateAI Teacher Webinar
Three Rivers Educational Technology Conference (TRETC)
Walking Softer Education: Empower Youth, Activate Change (virtual)
2025 PETE&C
STEAM Leadership Conference 2025
Conference attendees can expect to:
When: Friday, March 7 and Saturday, March 8, 2025 Where: Virtual Conference registration opens January 31, 2025. Design Lives Here
PDE K-12 Computer Science Survey
Who is conducting this survey? This survey is being conducted by the American Institutes for Research (AIR), a non-profit and non-partisan research and evaluation organization. AIR is working with PDE and the Pennsylvania Training and Technical Assistance Network (PaTTAN) to administer this survey. AIR will independently analyze survey responses. What is the purpose of this survey? The following survey is intended to understand your experience as a K-12 CS teacher in Pennsylvania and understand your professional needs. Survey results will be used to provide recommendations to PDE on future CS initiatives and funding opportunities. How will my responses to this survey be protected? The survey will take approximately 35 to 45 minutes to complete. Your responses to this survey will be kept confidential; individual responses and identifying information will not be shared with anyone outside of the PAsmart Evaluation project team. All findings from this survey will be reported in aggregate with no personally identifying information. The responses in this survey will not be used to evaluate teachers or their schools. Are there any benefits to participating in this survey? As a token of our appreciation, PDE will be distributing $50 e-gift cards to the first 1,000 respondents. Additionally, all other survey respondents will be entered into a raffle to receive one of 10, $100 e-gift cards. The first 400 respondents will also be eligible to receive an annual CSTA membership; all other survey respondents will be eligible to be entered into a raffle to receive one of 100 CSTA annual memberships. The responses to this survey will help inform PDE about future initiatives in CS education. What if I have questions about this survey? For any questions, please contact the PAsmart Evaluation team ([email protected]). By submitting the survey form, you consent to participate in this survey and agree to allow your responses to be used for evaluation purposes. Thank you for your time! FREE CodeJoy Student Sessions CodeJoy is offering FREE student sessions!
Making for the Holidays at Fluxspace
Regional STEELS In-Service Day Calling ALL STEELS educators K-12! ARIN IU28, WIU7, and AIU3 are very excited to offer a regional opportunity to gather and learn together across districts and IU boundaries. Join other educators to experience immersive, grade-banded and content specific sessions and networking opportunities. ALL STEELS K-12 educators are welcome! When: Monday, March 17, 2025 from 8:00am-3:00pm Where: Franklin Regional Intermediate School Session Topics Include:
Facilitators are coming from all over the Western and Central Pennsylvania region. Led by teachers, IU staff, PDE content advisors, and educational partners, we are collaborating to bring a unique learning experience to all participants. Registration for this event will close on January 3rd, 2025 at 5:00pm. 2025 International Fab Educators Summit
2024 CSforAllPA Summit
PDE 2024 SAS Institute
2025 PETE&C
STEAM Leadership Conference 2025
Three Rivers Educational Technology Conference (TRETC)
Design Lives Here
 Practical AI for EducatorsABC CREATE is excited to bring a Practical AI for Educators professional development session to our educators! CodeJoy professional development is fully virtual and interactive to help guide teachers toward high-quality pedagogy. In this course, you’ll use AI as a creative co-pilot, fueling innovative lessons and deeper student engagement. This hands-on PD session takes you beyond the hype, equipping you with practical AI tools and real-world applications for educators.
Who: All educators in ABC CREATE partner districts When: Wednesday, November 13 from 4:30 - 7:30 PM ET Where: Online; you’ll receive a Zoom link for the session when you register What to Bring: Computer/Chromebook/iPad/Kindle with internet connection Important! After clicking on this registration button, please make sure to also click on the November 13th date and 4:30pm time slot to fully complete the registration process. Society for Science STEM Research Grants
Spooktacular STEM Extravaganza!
Game Design with Scratch
Design Lives Here
FREE CodeJoy Student Sessions!
 NCWIT Aspirations in Computing Educator AwardThe NCWIT Aspirations in Computing (AiC) Educator Award identifies and celebrates exemplary formal and informal educators who play a pivotal role in encouraging 9th-12th grade women, genderqueer, or non-binary students to explore their interest in computing and technology. The award recognizes these educators for their efforts to promote gender equity in computing. NCWIT Aspirations in Computing High School AwardThe NCWIT Aspirations in Computing (AiC) High School Award honors 9th - 12th grade women, genderqueer, and non-binary students for their computing-related achievements and interests, and encourages them to pursue their passions. Award recipients are selected based on their aptitude and aspirations in technology and computing, as demonstrated by their computing experience, computing-related activities, leadership experience, tenacity in the face of barriers to access, and future plans. 2024 CSforAllPA Summit
In conjunction with the 2024 CSforAllPA Summit the CSinPA team would like to recognize outstanding K-12 computer science (CS) educators for their efforts to expand CS learning for all with the CS Exemplary Educator Award. SUBMISSIONS DEADLINES: November 12, 2024: Nominate someone for the CS Exemplary Educator Award November 7, 2024: Apply for the CS Exemplary Educator Award PDE 2024 SAS Institute
2025 PETE & C
STEAM Leadership Conference: Call for Proposals
Three Rivers Educational Technology Conference (TRETC)
When: January 20, 2025, 8:00 AM-3:00 PM Where: Sewickley Academy | 315 Academy Avenue, Sewickley, PA 15143 Act 48 hours will be administered at the end of the event. Group Discounts Are Available (10+ teachers), Email [email protected] Administrators can bring one staff member for free upon registration. Registration Opens Soon! For more information, please visit: https://www.pghtech.org/events/TRETC_2025
The Future Readiness Academy at Penn State New Kensington is proud to announce its inaugural regional conference: Education Vanguard: Building the Education of the Future Together. Educators, academics and industry leaders from across the region are invited to a conference that will feature presentations by leading technologists, innovators and faculty experts discussing the latest in technology and the expected impact on workplace, workforce and academia. WHO: K-12 educators, Higher Education Faculty, and Business, Industry, Non-Profits and Think-Tanks WHERE: Regional Learning Alliance in Cranberry Twp. WHEN: Thursday, October 12 - Saturday, October, 14, 2023
Cultural Connections with Hummingbird Cohort 1: October 14 – December 4 Cohort 2: December 9 – February 5 Python with Finch Robot Cohort 1: October 7 – November 18 Cohort 2: December 2 – January 20
KidWind is a free workshop open to all educators. As a participant, you will engage in activities that will introduce you to the science behind wind energy while putting easy-to-use tools in your hands to prepare students to compete in the KidWind Challenge. WHO: Teachers of students in grades 4-12 WHERE: Rm 223, Frable Building, Penn State Greater Allegheny WHEN: October 7, 2023, 9 A.M. - 3 P.M.
JV Manufacturing is excited to announce its 2nd annual Manufacturing Day. Their goal is to expose the community to what manufacturing companies look like in their own backyard. JV Manufacturing will be offering tours, activities, food, and happy hour. Please extend this invite to your colleagues in the community. WHO: Educators and families WHERE: 1603 Burtner Road, Natrona Heights, PA 15065 WHEN: Thursday, October 19th, 3:00-6:00 PM
WHO: Educators and administrators who participated in any of the following 2022-23 CPE PD:
WHEN: Wednesday, November 15 - 8:30am - 2:30pm Participating educators will receive more information via email soon.
This award honors those who work inside and/or outside of classroom spaces to advocate for gender equity in computing by providing educational opportunities that are inclusive to--and supportive of-- women, genderqueer, and non-binary students. The award recognizes these educators for their efforts to promote gender equity in computing. Applications are now open through December 4, 2023.
On January 15, 2024 our region’s leading change makers will be coming together to support this year’s theme of Transformative EdTech: Revolutionizing Learning and Work. Through the integration of educational technology, students have before them the opportunity to experience the pathway to “what is next” while in the classroom. These pathways, using new and equitable learning models, lead to networks that design a strong foundation and momentum in future careers. Evening Innovation in Education Award & Networking Event Date: January 14, 2024 Time: 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM Location: TBA TRETC 2024 Conference Date: January 15, 2024 Time: 9:00 AM-3:30 PM Location: South Fayette High School | McDonald, PA 15057 Please visit the TRETC event site to:
For Students
Award recipients are selected based on their aptitude and aspirations in technology and computing, as demonstrated by their computing experience, computing-related activities, leadership experience, tenacity in the face of barriers to access, and future plans. Applications are now open through November 6, 2023.
WHO: 3rd – 8th grade classes WHERE: Online. You’ll be sent the link to connect after you register WHEN: Sessions begin in late November 2023 More information about registration will be shared later this fall. LEARN MORE: Head to CodeJoy Virtual Student Sessions to learn more about the sessions and read testimonials from teachers.
Middle school students are invited to enter this hands on, real world, exciting robotics competition. Teams can choose their challenge:
WHO: Middle school students WHERE: Competition will be held at the Franklin Regional Middle School in Murrysville, PA WHEN: April/May 2024 For Everyone
WHO: Everyone is welcome!
WHERE: Downtown New Kensington WHEN: Activities on October 12, 14, 15, and 18 (see flier for more information) |
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