What do wikki stix, index cards, & a hermit crab have in common?
The answer is… drumroll please 🥁
They’re just a few of the surprises tucked into this year’s Preschool STEM Institute Literacy Kit!! (Will the hermit crab 🦀 be real?? You’ll have to sign up to find out!)
We have been having a blast planning this year’s Preschool STEM Institute (PSI), and now we’re busy ordering materials, and finalizing all of our plans for July.
Join the 2025 Preschool STEM Institute: "Picture This"
The Preschool STEM Institute is a dynamic, virtual professional learning experience designed for those who support preschool educators. This year’s theme, "Picture This", explores the power of images to document and inspire STEM learning for 3- to 5-year-olds.
📅 Event Details:
Day 1: STEM and Literacy — Thursday, July 10, 2025
Day 2: STEM and Art — Friday, July 11, 2025
Time: 10 AM–4 PM ET each day on Zoom
Why Attend?
Interactive Learning: Dive into hands-on, minds-on activities you can bring directly to your work with young children.
Knowledgeable Guides: Learn alongside classroom teachers, museum educators, and university faculty who bring real-world experience.
Resource-Rich Experience: Receive a curated kit packed with materials, children's books, and educator resources.
Community Building: Connect with a vibrant network of educators from across the U.S. and beyond.
Continued Growth: Enjoy optional follow-ups during the school year.
Registration:
$125 for one day | $225 for both days
Approved for professional development hours by TrainTN
(Optional .6 CEUs from ETSU available for a $25 fee)
For more information, visit the Preschool STEM Institute page.
Check out our 2025 Co-Facilitator Team!
Hear what past participants have to say about the PSI!
"Engaging, inspiring, and full of ideas that can be implemented right away."
"I dreamed up a bunch of new ideas for my classroom!"
"Loved the hands-on activities and resources!"
"The statement 'STEM is for everyone' was so powerful!"
Whether you’re looking to boost your confidence in STEM teaching, build stronger community connections, or explore new ways to support child-led inquiry, PSI offers a flexible, interactive experience designed just for you.
Oh...this is very tempting since we'll be in town! 🤔 Looks marvelous!