Two hundred years ago, The Franklin Institute opened its doors to honor America’s first scientist Benjamin Franklin, and is now one of the oldest centers of science education and development in the United States. What a PERFECT place to host the Joyful STEM Summit, on August 15 from 5:00 – 9:00 pm(ET). Sponsored by Spark Therapeutics and hosted at The Franklin Institute, this FREE event will bring together educators from the Greater Philadelphia area to learn with and from each other. All educators welcome – even if you do not think of yourself as a "STEM educator"!
The evening will also feature the 10th anniversary celebration of Paul and Peter H. Reynolds’ award-winning story book about creativity, innovation and invention - Going Places!
Join K-12 educators, informal and OST educators, and teacher candidates for an unforgettable evening at TFI. Events include:
Take home ready-to-use resources and enter to win STEM kits, access to digital teaching tools like FabMaker Studio digital engineering design & fabrication software, books, and more
Meet author Paul Reynolds (Going Places and the STEAM-Powered Adventures of Sydney and Simon book series) and the team at Fablevision/Reynolds Center TLC and unleash your STEAM creativity
Explore new perspectives on supporting scientific thinking with your students
Learn about STEM opportunities for your middle and high school students
Connect over snacks and coffee with other area educators and become part of a network of Joyful STEM Supporters
5:00 - 6:00 pm: Registration & Networking Hour
Join us for light refreshments and visit our Joyful STEM tables. Enter to win raffle prizes!
6:00 - 9:00 pm: Welcome, Two Rounds of Concurrent Joyful STEM sessions, Closing Remarks, & Raffle Drawings
Complimentary parking for attendees will be available at The Franklin Institute parking garage, located off 21st street.
Space is limited! Register below for your free ticket. You will receive a calendar hold for the event in your email within 3 business days to confirm your admission.
For more information, contact The Franklin Institute at professionaldevelopment@fi.edu.