NMOST

Sharing Best Practices: Navigating New Funding Opportunities presented by NMOST Staff
2026-04-06 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Denver)
This Lunch & Learn will focus on the newly relased RFPs for 21st CCLC and HB2 Out-of-School Time Funding. This session will highlight promising practices and create space for participants to share insights, questions, and strategies for developing strong proposals. Whether you’re applying for the first time or looking to strengthen your approach, this is an opportunity to learn from peers and prepare for success.

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The Flourish Lab | NO-COST WORKSHOP
2026-04-07 10:00 - 10:45
Belonging
April 7, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM MST
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We all want to belong to something. When we first enter a new group, often our differences are at the forefront of our minds, and our actions follow. When we show up fully for our students, we see this connection. We can support young people in celebrating their differences, offering care from a new vantage point.

NM PED Webinar 2: 21st CCLC & HB2 Applications
2026-04-07 10:00 - 11:00
PED Webinar 2: Overview of RFP requirements,
program expectations, and allowable activities
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Know the Difference Between the 21st CCLC RFP and the HB2 RFP and High-Level Strategy on Who Should Apply to Each
2026-04-08 12:00 - 13:00
Join NMOST on Wednesday, May 8 for a Lunch & Learn session on Knowing the Difference between the 21st CCLC RFP and the HB2 RFP and High-Level Strategy on Who Should Apply to Each.

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YEI Power Hour Workshop
2026-04-09 10:00 - 11:00
More information coming soon!
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Overview and Application Strategy for the HB2 Funded Out-of-School Time Program
2026-04-09 12:00 - 13:00
Join NMOST on Thursday, April 9 for a Lunch & Learn session: Overview and Application Strategy for the HB2-Funded Out-of-School Time Program.

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Summer Meals: Outreach That Works
2026-04-09 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-05-21 13:00 - 14:00
Effective outreach is essential to ensuring that families know when, where, and how to access Summer Meals. This webinar will explore outreach strategies that help programs reach more children and boost participation throughout the summer.

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Unlocking the Double Helix: A Blueprint for DNA Day Success
2026-04-16 14:00 - 15:00
Get ready to make DNA Day engaging, accessible, and impactful for your students across learning settings and grade levels. In this practical prep webinar for educators, we’ll walk you through ready-to-use activities, free resources, and simple facilitation tips to help you plan a successful DNA Day experience.
Whether you’re new to DNA Day or looking to deepen your celebration, you’ll leave with a clear plan and flexible ideas to spark curiosity about genetics, health, and STEM careers, no advanced science background required.
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2026 NSLA Summer Planning Bootcamp
2026-04-17 10:00 - 12:30
NSLA’s annual webinar designed to equip you with tools, ideas, and best practices to elevate your summer program planning. Learn from leaders in schools, community based programs, camps, libraries, outdoor education programs, and more

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YEI Educator Power Hour
2026-04-21 14:00 - 15:00
More information is coming soon!
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Fund IRL: Turn Social Media Accountability into Youth Opportunity
2026-04-23 12:00 - 13:00
Across the country, lawsuits are underway over the impact of social media on youth well-being. If these cases result in settlements or other payouts, those dollars could create a powerful opportunity to invest in what young people need most: real-life connection. These social media payouts could support programs that help young people thrive — after-school and summer programs, mental health supports, safe spaces, caring mentors, and opportunities to build belonging and resilience. Fund IRL is a national coalition working to ensure potential funds from social media litigation support these programs. Fund IRL is mobilizing leaders across the country to ensure these funds strengthen the programs young people rely on. The decision has not been made; this moment matters. What happens next will determine whether these funds disappear into budgets, or reach the young people they’re meant to help. Join us to learn about Fund IRL work, details about the coalition working to turn social media accountability into youth opportunity, and ways to activate and advocate to invest in the well-being of young people in our country.
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2026 Service Symposium
2026-04-24 08:00 - 09:00
2026 Service Symposium

FREE Online | April 24, 10am EDT

A nationwide celebration of service!
Join us for a FREE live broadcast from anywhere in the country of our landmark hybrid symposium, a nationwide celebration of service.
As the nation approaches its 250th anniversary, the 2026 Service Symposium | 250 & Beyond: Our American Story serves as the culminating celebration of a movement launched in 2024 to honor and inspire the American spirit of service. Learn more about this movement.
By bringing together thousands of Americans—including students, educators, nonprofit leaders, public servants, and community members—we will reflect on our past, highlight incredible acts of service happening today, and inspire the next 250 years of American service..

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Explora's Native STEAM Day
2026-04-24 10:00 - 15:00
Native STEAM Day

Come join Explora’s second annual Native STEAM Day on Friday, April, 26th from 10 am to 3 pm!
Discover indigenous culture and diversity in science, technology, engineering, arts and math. Indigenous professionals will also share community resources.
While you’re there, satisfy your fry bread craving with Native food truck, Manko. Experience the fun with the entire family at Explora, in Old Town, Albuquerque.
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Explora: Engineering with Recyclables
2026-04-25 13:30 - 15:30
June 25, 2026
1:30-3:30 pm
Virtual
Professional development workshop for educators, librarians, and out-of-school time staff. 2 CEUs
Experience STEAM investigations for all ages! Engineer cars and musical instruments out of recycled materials, and leave with activities you can use immediately.
Zoom link sent the day before.
Please contact Explora with questions – education@explora.us
This workshop is funded with the support of NMAEYC and offered at no cost to participants.
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Teen Career Chats: Innovators Advancing STEM
2026-04-29 16:00 - 17:00
This month, join STEM Next and industry leaders from BAE Systems, Illumina, MEFA, and RTX to learn about how they forged their career paths in STEM. From biotech to aerospace engineering, hear from a variety of industries to help you plot your next steps in STEM!
Led by our own teen Flight Crew member Shireen from Arizona, youth will have the opportunity to hear from and ask questions of:

Karina Moreno, a biotech engineer and process development engineer at Illumina, an international biotech company.
Lori Seuch, chief information officer at MEFA, a quasi-state authority located in Boston, Massachusetts.
Brittany Wheeler, D. Eng., is the associate director of manufacturing and Operations at RTX, an aerospace company.
Jennifer Lemon is an engineer at BAE Systems, an aerospace company.

Why you should be there:

Hear directly from professionals with fascinating STEM careers and different career paths
Learn what skills and classes can help prepare you for various STEM-related careers
Ask your questions during the live session
Discover how your interests today could connect to a future STEM career

A recording of this panel will be available after the event. Register now to either join us live or to be the first to receive a copy of the recording!
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Intro to Makerspaces & Renewable Energy Educator Workshops
2026-05-02 09:30 - 14:00
Increase your knowledge of Makerspace tools, procedures, and projects – then dive into hands-on, renewable energy STEM activities with NM Tech.
Saturday May 2, 2026
9:30-11:30 Intro to Makerspaces
11:30-12:00 Lunch provided
12:00-2:00 Renewable Energy with NM Tech
In-person at Explora 1701 Mountain Rd NW Albuquerque, NM 87104
Professional development workshop for educators, librarians, and out-of-school time staff. Increase your knowledge of Makerspace tools, procedures, and projects — then dive into hands-on, renewable energy STEM activities with NM Tech.

Cap of 20 participants. Stipend provided. Registration is requested by April 22.

This workshop is funded with the support of the STEM Innovation Network in partnership with NM Tech and offered at no cost to participants.
Please contact Explora with questions – education@explora.us
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Explora: Bubble Bubble Workshop
2026-05-07 14:00 - 16:00
Bubble Bubble Teacher Workshop

May 7, 2026
2 pm – 4 pm
Virtual – zoom link sent the day before
Professional Development Workshop for educators, early childhood teachers, librarians, and out-of-school time staff.
Explore the power of surface tension as you try out a variety of wands, build bubble sculptures, create bubble art, and observe colors in bubbles. Gain ideas on how to integrate literature and science. You’ll immediately be able to use the ideas with your students!

Register by April 29 for kit pick up or shipment for first 20 registrants. Sharing a login and kit of materials!

Please contact Explora with questions – education@explora.us
This workshop is funded with the support of the United Way of North Central New Mexico and offered at no cost to participants.

This professional development workshop is intended for adults and requires collaboration amongst peers. We encourage interested classrooms to inquire about our virtual and in-person program offerings found in the Explora Program Guide or email reservations@explora.us

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Explora: Get Charged Up
2026-06-09 09:30 - 11:30
Get Charged Up!

June 9
9:30 am – 11:30 am
Virtual – Zoom link sent the day before
Professional Development Workshop for educators, early childhood teachers, librarians, and out-of-school time staff.
Get charged up about electricity! We’ll integrate literature and use balloons, tissue paper, hobby motors, and pool noodles to explore and play with static electricity and basic circuits. Use what you discover to make your own scribble bot that wiggles and draws on paper. Ideas you can immediately use with your students.
Register by June 2 for kit pick up or shipment for first 20 registrants. Share a login and kit of materials!
Please contact Explora with questions – education@explora.us
This workshop is funded with the support of NMAEYC and offered at no cost to participants.

This professional development workshop is intended for adults and requires collaboration amongst peers. We encourage interested classrooms to inquire about our virtual and in-person program offerings found in the Explora Program Guide or email reservations@explora.us.
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Explora: Flipbooks and Stop Motion Animation
2026-07-14 13:30 - 15:30
Flipbooks and Stop Motion Animation

July 14
1:30-3:30 pm
Virtual
Professional development workshop for educators, librarians, and out-of-school time staff. 2 CEUs
Discover ready-to-go activities which will support young students’ understanding of sequencing and storytelling. Explore digital tools appropriate for learners of all ages.
Zoom link sent the day before.
Please contact Explora with questions – education@explora.us
This workshop is funded with the support of NMAEYC and offered at no cost to participants.
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Explora: Color-Licious
2026-07-26 09:30 - 11:30
Color-Licious

July 26
9:30 am – 11:30 am
Virtual
Professional development workshop for educators, librarians, and out-of-school time staff
Combining colors can yield surprising results. What happens when you mix colored light or use chromatography with candies? Discover ready-to-go activities for your classroom!
Please contact Explora with questions – education@explora.us
This workshop is funded with the support of NMAEYC and offered at no cost to participants.
This professional development workshop is intended for adults and requires collaboration amongst peers. We encourage interested classrooms to inquire about our virtual and in-person program offerings found in the Explora Program Guide or email reservations@explora.us

Explora: Renewable Energy: Water Power
2026-09-03 17:00 - 19:00 | Explora, 1701 Mountain Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM, 87104, United States
Renewable Energy: Water Power

Sept 3, 2026
5 pm – 7 pm at Explora – 1701 Mountain Rd NW, Albuquerque NM
Explore clean renewable energy from the waves, tides, and currents. Roll up your sleeves for some fun activities ready for your classroom that connect to math and science standards. Learn about local research as you explore clean renewable energy! You’ll be ready to immediately apply your learnings with students.
Please contact Explora Education with questions – education@explora.us
This workshop is funded with the support of Sandia National Laboratories Water Power Organization and offered at no cost to participants.

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