STEM Educator Summit Inspires Next Generation

Free professional development and networking event for high school STEM teachers

Apr. 2, 2026 at 9:35pm

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The Center for Excellence in Education (CEE), co-sponsored by the Claude Moore Charitable Foundation, is hosting a 'STEM Educator Summit' on Saturday, April 18, 2026 in McLean, Virginia. The all-day event will provide free professional development and networking opportunities for high school STEM teachers.

Why it matters

Investing in STEM education and supporting teachers is crucial for inspiring the next generation of innovators and problem-solvers. This summit aims to equip high school STEM educators with new tools, resources, and connections to enhance their classroom instruction and student engagement.

The details

The 'Inspiring the Next Generation: A STEM Educator Summit' will take place from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Courtyard Marriott Tyson's Corner in McLean, Virginia. The event is free for high school STEM teachers and will feature workshops, panel discussions, and networking opportunities focused on best practices, curriculum development, and leveraging community partnerships.

  • The summit will be held on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
  • The event will run from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The players

Center for Excellence in Education (CEE)

A non-profit organization dedicated to promoting STEM education and supporting teachers.

Claude Moore Charitable Foundation

A philanthropic organization that is co-sponsoring the STEM Educator Summit.

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What’s next

Interested high school STEM teachers can register for the free summit on the CEE website.

The takeaway

This STEM Educator Summit represents a valuable professional development opportunity for high school teachers to enhance their skills, discover new teaching methods, and build a supportive community of STEM educators.