We’re excited to offer 33 unique Educator Externship experiences with over 90 available seats this summer! These paid opportunities allow teachers to earn a daily stipend and SCECHs while engaging directly with local industries.

During the externship, educators will immerse themselves alongside students, participating in hands-on activities and gaining insider access to local companies aligned with each program’s focus. From exploring career pathways to touring facilities and hearing directly from professionals, teachers will walk away with a deeper understanding of the skills, tools, and mindsets today’s employers are seeking.

Our goal? To help teachers return to their classrooms inspired to connect academic content to the real world—empowering students with purpose, curiosity, and a vision for the future.

Come join our local educator, Bekki Heckman for an inspiring three-day retreat

designed for K-12 educators who are ready to revolutionize their teaching practices through the power of 3P Learning: Project-Based Learning, Problem-Based Learning, and Place-Based Learning. This retreat combines professional growth with rejuvenating outdoor experiences to help you return

to the classroom refreshed and inspired.

June 17-19, 2025

GreenWood Foundation Sanctuary, Wolverine MI

July 21-23, 2025

Presque Isle MI

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Alpena, MI – The Huron Shores Ed Tech Conference is set to return to Alpena Community College on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, bringing together educators, technology specialists, and industry leaders for a day of innovation and collaboration in educational technology. The purpose of the conference is to support educators in utilizing technology in their classrooms to enhance teaching and learning.

The Huron Shores Ed Tech Conference will feature a diverse lineup of sessions, hands-on workshops, and networking opportunities designed to empower educators with the latest in technology-driven teaching strategies. A call for speakers will be announced soon, inviting passionate educators and tech innovators to share their expertise.

The conference is proudly supported by the Alpena Montmorency Alcona Educational Service District, REMC, and the MiSTEM Network.

• Call for Speakers

• Registration

Explore exciting Computer Science workshops with CSforMichigan Collaborative this summer!

This summer, CSforMichigan Collaborative is thrilled to welcome teachers to a variety of engaging Computer Science workshops. Workshops are tailored to different grade levels and content areas. Each session is designed to inspire, inform, and elevate your teaching experience. Don't miss this chance to connect with fellow educators and explore innovative CS topics. Join us for an enriching summer of learning and collaboration!

Location: Bay City, MI

Dates: July 28-August 1, 2025 (SAVE THE DATE!)

Check out our TeacherCon Conference Page!

Register for Code.org Workshops

Register for Elementary Bootcamp or Bootstrap Workshops

Code.org AP CSA, AP CS Principles, or CS Discoveries

CS Workshops for High School & Middle School

The workshop is a nine-day professional learning series in Summer 2024, spanning five consecutive days in the summer and four days virtually during the school year. It supports new-to-CS and veteran CS teachers with the tools to implement MS & HS courses.

Who is Invited: 6th-12th grade educators

Workshop Dates/Locations:

• TEACHERCON- Bay City - July 28 - August 1, 2025, <or>

• Virtual - Aug 4 - 8 , 2024

What is included ($2,500-$3,000 value):

• Workshop registration, workshop materials, 5-nights lodging, breakfast/lunch meals, and swag ($750 stipend for virtual participants)

Kickstarting CS in Elementary Grades

This three day workshop series will equip educators with a fundamental computer science curriculum, connections to physical computing, and laying the groundwork to integrate computer science into core curriculum.

Who is Invited: Kdg-5th grade educators

‘Workshop Dates/Locations:

• TEACHERCON- Bay City - July 28 - 30, 2025, <or>

• Macomb ISD - Aug 4 - 6, 2025

What is included ($1,500 value):

• Workshop registration, workshop materials, 3-nights lodging, breakfast/lunch meals, and a Micro:bit

Register for Elementary Bootcamp or Bootstrap Workshops

Michigan M in STEM Collaborative, in partnership with the MiSTEM Network, is excited to announce a series of upcoming professional development opportunities designed to support and empower educators across Michigan!

Math Recovery Add+VantageMR® (AVMR) Training at TeacherCon
Location: Bay City, MI
Date: July 28 – August 1, 2025
Registration Information
Join us at TeacherCon for in-depth AVMR training, designed to deepen your understanding of numeracy development and equip you with practical strategies to support student success in mathematics. Lodging, Breakfast, and Lunch will be provided. SCECHs will be provided.

AMPED Training
Location: Rockford, MI
Date: June 9 – 12, 2025
Registration Information
Dive into the world of AMPED (Algebra in Manufacturing Processes and Entrepreneurship & Design). This hands-on training provides an engaging, real-world approach to teaching algebra through the lens of manufacturing and entrepreneurship. This training is on a first come, first serve basis for 18 Michigan Educators. $1,400 stipend and SCECHs will be provided.

GIC (Geometry in Construction) Training
Location: Rockford, MI
Date: June 9 – 12, 2025
Registration Information
Learn how to integrate geometry with construction concepts in this powerful cross-curricular training. GIC empowers students by connecting classroom math to real-life applications. This training is on a first come, first serve basis for 18 Michigan Educators. $1,400 stipend and SCECHs will be provided.

Don’t miss out! These trainings offer valuable tools to enhance your instruction and energize your classroom. Space is limited, so we encourage you to register early.

For Questions or additional Information: Reach out to Annie Fortunato at afortunato@washtenawisd.org

The Great Lakes Watershed Field Course (GLWFC) is a 4-day professional development experience for teachers throughout the Great Lakes region. Training in the course includes watershed and environmental concepts, place-based education and environmental education pedagogy, and time for curriculum development.

APPLY for this multi-day learning experience! Explore Beaver Island with CMU faculty as we focus on inquiry and UDL with a science focus. Arrive in Charlevoix on Sunday, July 27th. Depart Charlevoix on Thursday, July 31st. Meals and lodging included in this experience.

Limited space for 15 teachers | applications open for formal and informal educators

Lodgings, Meals, and $400 stipend provided for teachers who live or work in Gratiot, Isabella, Clare, Gladwin, Bay, Saginaw, Midland, or Arenac Counties

Applicant will be notified beginning in March.

Please enjoy this April Edition of the Instructional Technology Newsletter from REMC 3. This edition includes:

• Call for Speakers-Huron Shores Ed Tech Conference
• Macul Resources
• Creating draggable shapes in Google Slides
• Canva Bulk Create - save time with end of year certificates
• Learning Opportunities

Check out the latest Science & Tech News from Adrianne Cole at BAISD.

April Newsletter

Use this free tool to help you locate STEM grant opportunities available in your community! Funds may be used for a variety of learning activities, including technology, science and engineering kits, and makerspaces - anything that expands STEM education. Grants are supported by federal, state, and local foundations/corporations.

Local Community Foundations offer many grant opportunities for teachers and schools.

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• ARTS AND COMMUNICATIONS Careers related to the humanities and to the performing, visual, literary and media arts.
• BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND TECHNOLOGY Careers related to all aspects of business including accounting, business administration, finance, information processing, and marketing.
• ENGINEERING/MANUFACTURING AND INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY Careers related to the technologies necessary to design, develop, install, or maintain physical systems.
• HEALTH SCIENCES Careers related to the promotion of health as well as the treatment of injuries, conditions, and disease.
• HUMAN SERVICES Careers in early childhood, civil service, education, hospitality, and the social services.
• NATURAL RESOURCES AND AGRISCIENCE Careers related to natural resources, agriculture, and the environment.