2022 Spring Webinar Series
This spring we are offering two webinars addressing pedagogy and content in the science classroom.
Join us as we collaborate and explore topics related to pedagogy and content. 5:30PM – 7:00PM EST via Zoom
Members must register but can attend for free.
The non-member registration fee is $40 and includes all four webinars plus one year of membership in NCSLA
CEUs are available for all participants!
Webinars will be held from 5:30 - 7 pm on the following dates:
Tuesday, February 22: Losing Their Voice: Teaching science and connecting with students who feel ‘left out’ or ‘left behind’
Join us for a conversation with North Carolina 2020 Burroughs Wellcome Fund Teacher of the Year and finalist for National Teacher of the Year, Maureen Stover. Maureen taught biology, earth and environmental science, and was active in the advancement via individual determination (AVID) program at Cumberland International Early College High School in Fayetteville. She spent 20 years serving in the US Air Force. Maureen was the Cumberland County Schools Teacher of the Year in 2019-20. The purpose of the webinar is to discuss challenges and explore strategies for teaching science to students who feel disconnected from the subject. Mrs. Stover will motivate attendees based upon her past experiences and breakout rooms will be utilized to engage member voices.
Wednesday, March 23: Potpourri of Apprises: Critical updates from colleagues in the field
Join us for critical updates and future opportunities available across the state for NCSLA members. Attendees will engage with three different speakers addressing issues and opportunities for connections to science and STEM education. Dr. Michael Maher, Executive Director of the Office of Learning Recovery and Acceleration at the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, will talk to the purpose and progress of The Professional Educator Preparation and Standards Commission (PEPSC) as an advising body to the North Carolina State Board of Education (SBE). Ms. Carrie Horton, Program Manager with the Kenan Fellows Program, will provide updates on the popular leadership program as well as share opportunities with members. There is an exciting Kenan Fellows STEMwork program of which she is co-author. Ms. Michelle Ellis is the creator and lead facilitator for the STEM Educators for Equity and Diversity (SEED) Fellowship program in North Carolina. She will describe the unique program and share updates and opportunities for our NCSLA members.