Get Involved – Get STEM

Save the Date- June 6, 2026 for STEMfest hosted by OIC of America at the Maturi Pavilion at the University of Minnesota. STEMfest celebrates all thing STEM! Experience exciting hands-on learning and activities, explore STEM careers and spark curiosity in learners! If you are interested in being an exhibitor, sign up now!

Register now for cutting-edge pedagogy: Nourish the Future’s Feeding and Fueling the World in Northfield on August 6–7.  This professional experience brings Minnesota science educators content with an agricultural context in this 2-day immersive workshop on the science of food production and sustainable fuels.

Join Ignite Afterschool at the Boys and Girls Club of the Bemidji Area on June 5, 2026  for a regional convening for afterschool and youth development professionals in the northern area for networking opportunities and sharing best practices. 

Join us on Saturday, June 27, 2026 from 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM for the Innovate For Good: AI Builders Day at the Wood at Zanewood Recreation Center in Brooklyn Park.  Students will spend the day building with micro:bits and exploring AI through hands-on activities, design thinking challenges, and mentorship from local tech professionals. It’s a full day of learning, collaboration, and creativity. We’re excited to host this event at The Wood, part of Brooklyn Park’s newly renovated Zanewood Recreation Center. The event is free for all students ages 8–18, and no experience is needed, just curiosity.

June 22-26, 2026 join the Engineering Center of Excellence for Siemens Engineering Design Teacher Training in Shakopee, Minnesota.  This immersive, in-person professional development experience is designed for 9th–12th grade educators interested in implementing the Siemens Engineering Design curriculum in their classrooms. Participants will engage in 5-days of hands-on engineering design activities, explore project- and program-based instructional strategies, and gain practical experience with industry-aligned tools and resources.

Join us at the RPS/ZED Middle School Career Academy this June! This engaging, hands-on experience is designed to introduce middle school students to a variety of career pathways through immersive activities. The camp highlights eight career pathways—Agriculture, Construction, Culinary & Hospitality, Health Sciences, Information Technology, Manufacturing, Public & Emergency Services, and Transportation—each providing unique opportunities for students to explore and gain practical insights into these fields.

Don’t miss Science Studio Saturdays at the Bakken! Explore the innovation process and learn about science, technology, engineering, art, and math! Each activity includes a step-by-step guide and expert staff is always on hand to help – no prior knowledge required! Science Studio is included in the cost of admission and activities change regularly.

Don’t miss the Small Gas Engine (SGE) BriefCASE on June 16-18, 2026 at Owatonna High School.  SGE is a specialization-level module in the Mechanical Systems in Agriculture series for high school teachers. The module provides technical applications to mechanical systems, using small gas engines as the instructional tool. Students practice technical skills, including measurements, troubleshooting, documenting an engine teardown and assembly, completing work/repair orders, and reading a service manual.

Join MnTech on May 19, 2026 as they celebrate Women Leading in Technology as they host a candid and inspiring executive fireside chat with Kelly Aronson, Anne Finch, and Jena Zangs—senior technology leaders who have navigated complex careers, high‑stakes decisions, and moments of real uncertainty. In this facilitated conversation, these accomplished executives will share what it truly takes to grow, pivot, and lead with conviction when the path forward isn’t clear.

August 3-7, 2026 join the Engineering Center of Excellence for the  Microelectronics Mini-Externship & Curriculum Training. This is a professional learning experience for secondary educators who want to bring real-world microelectronics, semiconductor, and advanced manufacturing concepts into their classrooms—confidently and intentionally. This pilot program combines hands-on curriculum training, short industry immersion, and guided planning support so educators can connect what they teach to how technology is designed, built, and used in Minnesota industries today.

Make sure to check out the Solar Observing Workshop on June 6, 2026 at the Bell Museum. Join the experts at the Bell in the Learning Landscape as they guide you through safe solar observing while teaching you about our closest star.

Save the Date- August 27, 2026 for STEM Day at the Fair hosted by SciMathMN. This year’s theme is, “Hands-On STEM: Build It. Test It. Change the World” inviting young minds to roll up their sleeves and experience the excitement of science, technology, engineering, and math through real-world building, experimenting, and problem-solving!  If you are interested in being an exhibitor, sign up now!

On June 22-26, 2026 AgCentic is hosting the Agriculture, Robotics, Automation, & Technology (ARAT) Project at St. Cloud Technical & Community College.  The ARAT Project is an NSF-funded initiative that brings together community colleges, secondary educators, and industry partners to develop curriculum and professional development in agricultural robotics and automation. Led by AgCentric and CASE with Minnesota college partners, the curriculum introduces core automation and robotics concepts across animal, plant, and food systems, culminating in an open-ended design project that can be implemented flexibly to meet local needs.

Join us on August 4-6, 2026 for the Empower{MN:CS} 2026 Conference!  Along with workshop sessions, there will be events for participants to connect with other educators and organizations working to expand computer science education across the state. Everyone will be there- Raspberry Pi, CSTA, Northern Lights Collaborative- you don’t want to miss this!

Join us August 3-6, 2026 for the Midwest Teachers of Transportation and Industrial Areas (MTTIA) Conference. MTTIA is more than a conference—it’s a community. Join secondary and post-secondary educators from across the Midwest for hands-on training, networking, and professional development. Learn the latest in vehicle technology and teaching strategies from expert trainers and OE manufacturers. Earn 20 CEUs! 

Save the Date- August 12, 2026 and get ready for an exciting day filled with innovation, inspiration, and meaningful connections at the Minndependent STEM Education Conference in Maple Grove. Come together with other educators, STEM specialists, and school leaders to gain new insights, discover new resources, and bring innovative ideas back to your school to promote imaginative learning and engagement for your students.

Join the Southeast Service Cooperative at the Olmsted County Fair on July 23 for STEM Day at the Fair. Engage in hands-on learning experiences, STEM demonstrations and explore all things STEM! 

Make sure to check out the Insider Science Tour series at the Science Museum. It features topics including Exhibit Fabrication, Biology, Paleontology, Anthropology, and there is even one featuring all of the unique collections housed at the Science Museum. 

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