The 5th Annual STEM Summer Institute is a one-of-a-kind, Montana-made showcase for STEM integration across all grades and subject areas. You’ll enjoy exemplary K-12 STEM instruction and resources, inspiring national speakers, and the best of Bozeman and MSU! The interactive agenda is designed to spark curiosity about STEM practices and projects to:
During the Institute you’ll discover how Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics complement one another and combine to motivate powerful 21st century learning. Ignite your curiosity as you engage in purposeful networking, attend demonstration sessions and mini-workshops, and meet our inspirational keynote speakers!
- ENGAGE teachers in authentic, hands-on experiences to model and enable use of best practices for STEM teaching and learning.
- EXPLORE resources, strategies, and examples to motivate and encourage increased STEM integration in K-12 classrooms.
- ENERGIZE students to achieve standards for mathematics and science through rich STEM experiences.
During the Institute you’ll discover how Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics complement one another and combine to motivate powerful 21st century learning. Ignite your curiosity as you engage in purposeful networking, attend demonstration sessions and mini-workshops, and meet our inspirational keynote speakers!
Photos from a previous year's Montana STEM Summer Institute at MSU-Bozeman
Conference sessions will be geared toward K-12 teachers and out-of-school providers with an emphasis on STEM professional learning to impact science and math achievement for all.
Conference sessions will be geared toward K-12 teachers and out-of-school providers with an emphasis on STEM professional learning to impact science and math achievement for all.
2023 SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE
AVAILABLE NOW! Visit the STEM Summer Institute App to peruse the schedule, special events, and to connect with other participants leading up the conference. Conference details, speaker info, and updates will be housed here leading up to the event. The full, detailed agenda is available with breakout session descriptions, though room assignments and times are subject to change. You can also download the SCHED app on your phone for a handy schedule during the conference!
Monday, July 31 | 8am - 5pm | Reception 5:30pm - 7:30pm
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8:30 - 10:00
10:00 - 11:00 11:15 - 12:15 12:15 - 1:15 1:15 - 3:00 3:00 - 3:30 3:30 - 5:00 5:30 - 7:30 |
Exhibits and Registration
Conference Opening & Keynote Speaker: Dr. Wendi Laurence Breakout Sessions Catered Networking Lunch and Exhibits Breakout Sessions Exhibits and Break Breakout Sessions Welcome Reception and Refreshments |
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Tuesday, August 1 | 8:30am - 4pm
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8:30 - 10:00
10:00 - 10:30 10:30 - 11:45 11:45 - 12:45 12:45 - 3:00 3:00 - 3:30 3:30 - 4:30 |
Breakout Sessions
Exhibits and Break Conference Updates & Keynote Speaker: Dr. Amanda Jansen Lunch at Rendezvous Dining Hall & Exhibits Breakout Sessions Exhibits and Break Curiosity-Sparking STEM Sessions & Tours |
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Wednesday, August 2 | 8:30am - 12pm | No Exhibitors
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8:30 - 10:45
11:00 - 12:00 |
Breakout Sessions
Closing Session |
CONFERENCE KEYNOTES
KEYNOTE - DAY 1
"Yes, Let's...Create Innovative Learning with STE(A)M"
Dr. Wendi Laurence (Park City, Utah) is a science educator and Senior Project Coordinator with Guardians of Honor, LLC supporting the NASA Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (NSTEM) contract. She has dedicated her career to the ideal that no dream be deferred and no potential unrealized.
As founder of Create-osity, Wendi’s work supported organizations that include: Discovery Gateway Children’s Museum, Boston Museum of Science, PBS, WGBH, and various NASA programs. Dr. Laurence was also an adjunct assistant professor in the Graduate School of Education at Portland State University. In 2016, she received the NSTA Wendell G. Mohling Outstanding Aerospace Educator award, has served as NSTA’s District XIV Director, and serves on the Best K-12 Book Awards committee and as a reviewer for NSTA’s Science and Children.
"Yes, Let's...Create Innovative Learning with STE(A)M"
Dr. Wendi Laurence (Park City, Utah) is a science educator and Senior Project Coordinator with Guardians of Honor, LLC supporting the NASA Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (NSTEM) contract. She has dedicated her career to the ideal that no dream be deferred and no potential unrealized.
As founder of Create-osity, Wendi’s work supported organizations that include: Discovery Gateway Children’s Museum, Boston Museum of Science, PBS, WGBH, and various NASA programs. Dr. Laurence was also an adjunct assistant professor in the Graduate School of Education at Portland State University. In 2016, she received the NSTA Wendell G. Mohling Outstanding Aerospace Educator award, has served as NSTA’s District XIV Director, and serves on the Best K-12 Book Awards committee and as a reviewer for NSTA’s Science and Children.
KEYNOTE - DAY 2
"Integrating Rough Drafts and Revising into Teaching and Learning: A Mathematics Perspective"
Dr. Amanda Jansen (University of Delaware) is a mathematics educator and the author of Rough Draft Math: Revising to Learn. She is committed to honoring students’ voices and promoting equity through motivation and engagement.
Dr. Jansen is a Professor in the mathematics education program in the School of Education at the University of Delaware. She prepares future elementary and middle school teachers at UD, and she also works with secondary teachers by providing professional development. Mandy was a middle grades mathematics teacher before becoming a professor, and she earned her PhD in educational psychology at Michigan State University. Her book, Rough Draft Math, was published by Stenhouse.
"Integrating Rough Drafts and Revising into Teaching and Learning: A Mathematics Perspective"
Dr. Amanda Jansen (University of Delaware) is a mathematics educator and the author of Rough Draft Math: Revising to Learn. She is committed to honoring students’ voices and promoting equity through motivation and engagement.
Dr. Jansen is a Professor in the mathematics education program in the School of Education at the University of Delaware. She prepares future elementary and middle school teachers at UD, and she also works with secondary teachers by providing professional development. Mandy was a middle grades mathematics teacher before becoming a professor, and she earned her PhD in educational psychology at Michigan State University. Her book, Rough Draft Math, was published by Stenhouse.
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Registration includes:
- A wide variety of breakout sessions - Networking opportunities - Exhibit Hall to peruse exciting resources - Optional Local Tours - Evening Welcome Reception & Social 7/31
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General Registration for the 3-day Conference: $225 SSoM Member Discount
Student Discount (pre-service teachers only): $75
MASBO & MTSNA Attendees: How about a 20% discount for ANY staff member from your district? Use code MASBO23 or MTSNA23 respectively. |
On Site Parking is available for an additional fee.
LODGING OPTIONS & RECOMMENDATIONS
Book SOON as room blocks at discounted rates are limited & disappear QUICKLY in Bozeman in the summer! The number of rooms allocated to each block at each location varies (hotels = 10 - 15 rooms each). See details for each option below.
MSU Hapner Hall - on campus |
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham |
Best Western Grantree Inn |
Springhill Suites by Marriot |
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179* |
279* |
299* |
per room per night |
per room per night |
per room per night |
per room per night |
up to 2 people/room |
2 - 4 people / room |
2 - 4 people / room |
2 - 4 people / room |
Block release date: June 30 |
Block release date: June 30 |
Block release date: June 30 |
Block release date: June 30 |
Must register as a User & book online only. Group Code: SSI23. Instructions included in button link. |
Local: 406-587-5251 Request Reservation Check-in Date of Sunday, July 30th. Book any dates between July 30 & Aug. 4, 2023. |
Local: 406-587-5261 OR click button below to book online. Ref. Montana STEM Institute 2023. |
Must book online - click the button below to receive the discounted room block rate (built into link). |
Airbnb and VRBO are also excellent options for single rooms, private houses/apartments, or groups renting an entire house (book early - availability disappears quickly in Bozeman in the summer). Both links go to their respective Bozeman sites.
OPI RENEWAL UNITS & MSU NON-DEGREE GRAD CREDIT
Participants may earn up to 16 OPI Renewal Units, or 1 Montana State University Non-Graduate Credit
MSU Credit $155: registration for MSU credit available Day 1 & 2 of the conference.
Earn one non-graduate credit through MSU - Bozeman by participating in the Montana STEM Summer Institute and submitting an assignment following the conference. For the assignment, you’ll choose one of the following:
MSU Credit $155: registration for MSU credit available Day 1 & 2 of the conference.
Earn one non-graduate credit through MSU - Bozeman by participating in the Montana STEM Summer Institute and submitting an assignment following the conference. For the assignment, you’ll choose one of the following:
- Creating a presentation to share the highlights of what you learned throughout the conference with your colleagues or administrator;
- Writing a summary of each session you attended, along with how you may apply what you learned to enhance STEM teaching and learning; or
- Creating an infographic or one-page info sheet that outlines a STEM concept or practice you learned.
EXHIBITOR HALL
Exhibits are a wonderful opportunity to gain ideas, resources, and to learn about the wonderful work in STEM going on nationally and locally. We’ll be offering an ‘exhibit hall passport’ opportunity this year to earn renewal units and to be entered into a drawing for raffle prizes!
Thank you to the following organizations for exhibiting and supporting STEM education and growth:
Montana PBS | Montana NSF EPSCoR | Montana Outdoor Science School | Montana Destination Imagination |
American Computer and Robotics Museum | Native Teaching Aids | Museum of the Rockies | VEX Robotics |
Imagine Learning | Discovery Education | Ecology Project International
Thank you to the following organizations for exhibiting and supporting STEM education and growth:
Montana PBS | Montana NSF EPSCoR | Montana Outdoor Science School | Montana Destination Imagination |
American Computer and Robotics Museum | Native Teaching Aids | Museum of the Rockies | VEX Robotics |
Imagine Learning | Discovery Education | Ecology Project International
MONDAY EVENING WELCOME RECEPTION:
Brought to you by conference supporters at The Idaho National Laboratory
Brought to you by conference supporters at The Idaho National Laboratory
Interested in an Exhibit Hall table or sponsorship? Click here for details.
THE 2023 MONTANA STEM SUMMER INSTITUTE
co-hosted by School Services of Montana and the Montana State University Science Math Resource Center
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