Engineering has become a staple of STEM programming for youth. How can we confidently bring engineering into our programming and support youth as they engage in problem solving? In this module, participants gain first-hand experience with engineering by solving a design problem. They examine the components of the engineering design process and discuss ways to […]

                      Join us to explore the "why" behind service-learning, examining its importance and impact on youth and communities. Looking for ways to better engage youth? We’ll share exciting examples from service-learning in afterschool settings. We'll also show how service-learning can help you meet your program […]

A virtual workshop for early childhood educators, librarians, and out-of-school time providers (2 CEU hours.) Join Explora for pattern recognition and early algorithmic thinking activities which require no tech at all and build the early skills for coding. You'll immediately be able to apply these ideas with your students! Register by September 30th for kit pick up […]

Combining colors can yield surprising results. What happens when you mix pigments? What happens when you mix colored light? Learn to use chromatography to separate colors and find the hidden colors in everyday objects such as markers and coated candies. Ideas you can immediately use with your students! Register by February 8 for kit pick-up […]

Join us for an exciting and STEM-filled Lights On Afterschool event! On Wednesday, October 16 at 4 p.m. ET, NASA and STEM Next Opportunity Fund will be celebrating Lights On Afterschool with a virtual event featuring Charlie Blackwell-Thompson, NASA's first female launch director! During the event, NASA will host a live Q&A with Charlie to answer all […]

ACRES is excited to be offering monthly Math Tasters! Our first Math Taster mini-series will be "Engaging Math Routines".  Math routines are a great way to build on youth’s natural curiosity and provide ample opportunity for rich, authentic math discourse. The schedule for this series is as follows: Engaging Math Routines: Esti-Mysteries Thursday, October 17th […]

Whether it’s jumping rope, running, yoga, dance, horseback riding or rock climbing, afterschool and summer learning programs engage youth in an array of physical activities that promote lifelong health, overall well-being, and engagement. Webinar speakers will share best practices and strategies that can be leveraged in out-of-school time to ensure that student mental and physical […]

Girls STEAM Ahead with NASA: 2024 Resources in Action The Girls STEAM Ahead with NASA program, part of NASA’s Universe of Learning, provides resources and experiences that enable youth, families, and lifelong learners to explore fundamental questions in astrophysics, experience how science is done, and discover the universe for themselves. Hear directly from this year's […]

Livestream begins at 6 am MT Hands-on workshop and keynote focused on teaching STEM and Entrepreneurship Learn the latest about Artificial Intelligence for K-12 Students YIPPEE Showcase featuring entrepreneurial education providers and resources Take-home tools for your classroom YIPPEE points awarded Young Entrepreneur Market Giveaways and more! Register

Keynote: The Scientific Impact of Kindness Science shows kindness is powerful—so much so that UCLA created the Bedari Institute to study it. In this presentation, Brian Williams will explore its impact on student culture and guide the audience through 5 acts of kindness, leaving them with practical strategies to spark their own kindness movement. Workshop: […]