STEM & STEELS

Offered by ARIN IU28 at your district, this hands-on workshop is designed for districts looking to ensure their courses align with Pennsylvania's STEELS (Science, Technology, Engineering, Environment, and Literacy Standards). Participants will engage in a review of their curriculum to identify areas meeting the STEELS standards and pinpoint gaps in instruction.

This collaborative session requires a team approach, bringing together science teachers, administrators, technology and engineering educators, and agricultural or environmental science teachers. The workshop can be customized to address your district’s specific needs and goals, providing tailored support for a smooth transition to the STEELS framework.

For more information, please contact Stacie Isenberg, sisenberg@iu28.org

Offered by ARIN IU28 at your district, this hands-on workshop is designed for districts looking to ensure their courses align with Pennsylvania's STEELS (Science, Technology, Engineering, Environment, and Literacy Standards). Participants will engage in a review of their curriculum to identify areas meeting the STEELS standards and pinpoint gaps in instruction.

This collaborative session requires a team approach, bringing together science teachers, administrators, technology and engineering educators, and agricultural or environmental science teachers. The workshop can be customized to address your district’s specific needs and goals, providing tailored support for a smooth transition to the STEELS framework.

For more information, please contact Stacie Isenberg, sisenberg@iu28.org

Our Science Network connects science teachers across Indiana and Armstrong counties for collaborative learning and sharing. Participants will explore the PA STEELS standards, dive into 3-dimensional teaching & learning, phenomena-based instruction, and uncover practical classroom resources. Sessions focus on sharing strategies that work, learning from facilitators and colleagues, and giving you tools you can use right away. You’ll also have dedicated time to plan with fellow science educators, fostering meaningful connections and support throughout the school year.

To register, please visit the ARIN registration page. You must register separately for each session.

• October 10, 2025 - Armsdale Center

• January 14, 2026 - Armsdale Center

• March 17, 2026 - ARIN

• May 6, 2026 - ARIN

These sessions are appropriate for any teacher, K-12 who will address the Technology & Engineering standards from STEELS. If you are a STEM teacher or any teacher interested in addressing the T&E standards, this network is for you!

STEM Networking sessions are free and will be in collaboration with Westmoreland County IU7. Click here to register.

• September 26, 2025

• November 10, 2025

• February 9, 2026

• April 9, 2026

What is a MWEE?

Meaningful Watershed Educational Experiences (MWEEs) are learner-centered experiences that focus on investigations into local environmental issues that lead to informed action and civic engagement. It is an educational approach that is being implemented across the Chesapeake Bay watershed—and beyond.

Option 1: Teachers have the option to go through training to become MWEE Ambassadors by completing MWEE 101 and six to 15 hours of instructional time with field experiences where they will learn how to conduct testing of local water and be able to investigate any issues that may be found. This allows teachers to borrow MWEE kits from the Lending Library to conduct ongoing sessions with their students.

Option 2: ARIN can arrange for your students to participate in a MWEE session with one of our partner MWEE facilitators. Schools are responsible for the costs of travel and lunches, and ARIN will cover the cost of the facility and facilitation.

For more information, please visit Meaningful Watershed Educational Experiences » Pennsylvania Gateway to Green https://share.google/yekzRzx34CMGT8dE0

STEM education opens doors to exploration, problem-solving, and innovation—but how can we ensure students with disabilities are fully included in the experience? STEM for All: Inclusive Strategies for Special Education is a dynamic training designed to help educators adapt and deliver meaningful science, technology, engineering, and math instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners. This session will provide hands-on strategies, tools, and planning ideas to help all students—regardless of ability—engage with and succeed in STEM activities. 

This professional learning session will be held at ARIN IU28:

March 13, 2026

9AM- 3PM

Act 48: 5 hours

Register Here!