Digging into Paleontology: A Hands-On Fossil Exploration
Over the last two springs I have been working on a research project with Dr. Ethan Baxter of Boston College and his Every Rock Has a Story You Tube [...]
How the Engineering Design Process Shapes Our STEAM Classroom
After forty years of teaching second grade, I transitioned in the spring of 2022 to a new role as the STEAM educator for grades 2-5. This fall, I’ll be [...]
Setting up a Secondary Science Classroom
When setting up a science classroom, it is so important to consider not only the aesthetics of the classroom but also the practicality of the classroom. Science and STEM [...]
The Power of Collaborative Workspaces in STEM
In the evolving landscape of STEM education, collaborative workspaces are redefining how students engage with complex concepts and each other. As the demand for skills such as critical thinking, [...]
Get Ready for Next School Year Early
As the school year winds down, now is the perfect time for educators to start planning for the next academic year. From evaluating equipment needs to securing funding and [...]
Sustainable Practices and STEM
As a high school librarian, I believe it is important to not only encourage students to pursue STEM, but also to emphasize the importance of sustainable practices. By exploring [...]
The Importance of Teaching Data Science in High Schools
As a high school librarian, I derive immense satisfaction from helping students gain critical skills that will aid them in their future endeavors. In today's digital age, data science [...]
Six Ways to Bolster Science in Everyday Life
Science surrounds us every day, shaping the world we live in and providing answers to nature's mysteries. As a librarian, I love bridging the gap between scientific concepts and [...]
Five Lessons to Bring Together STEM and CTE
Career and technical education (CTE) are classes that offer students opportunities to focus their education based on their future career interests. CTE classes are a major program in most [...]
2 Ways to Fund Your CTE Programs
Career and Technical Education (CTE) is a career-focused methodology that provides students with the foundational knowledge, tools, and skillsets to succeed in a future field. There are many connections [...]
