Beyond the Buzzword: Scaling Meaningful STEM Integration and Impact

How do we move from “STEM activities” to a sustainable “STEM culture”? STEM is more than an acronym; it is a mindset intended to shape the way of our future. Join Christine Danhoff, Technology Integration Specialist and NEO STEM Hub Director, and Carrie Sanchez Kramer, Assistant Superintendent of Leadership and Learning, for an immersive 5-part virtual series designed to help you scale meaningful impact in your school or district.

Calling ALL Ohio Educators and Leaders

This series is designed for EVERYONE. Whether you are a classroom teacher, a building principal, a curriculum director, or a district superintendent—in a designated STEM school or just starting the journey—this series is for you. If you are committed to preparing students for the future, you belong here.

Grounded in the newly updated Ohio Quality Model for STEM and STEAM Education, we will move beyond theory to explore practical application. We will dive deep into the three core domains—Culture, Teaching & Learning, and Career Pathways—to provide you with the tools necessary to shift instructional practice.

Participants will walk away with:

• A clear understanding of Ohio’s new, inclusive, learner-centered definition of STEM.
• Actionable strategies to foster innovation and entrepreneurial thinking.
• A roadmap for using the state’s Self-Assessment and Designation Rubric to guide your next steps.

Series Schedule at a Glance:

All Sessions meet virtually on Zoom from 9:00 AM – 9:45 AM EST

Feb. 25 | The “WHY” of STEM Redefining STEM as an inclusive, inquiry-based approach for ALL learners.

Mar. 9 | Domain 1 (Culture) Building a culture of innovation, entrepreneurial spirit, and collaborative leadership.

Mar. 12 | Domain 2 (Teaching & Learning) Integrating disciplines through Project-Based Learning (PBL), design thinking, and modern technology.

Mar. 20 | Domain 3 (Pathways to Success) Connecting classrooms to careers through reciprocal community partnerships.

Mar. 24 | The Roadmap Navigating the Self-Assessment and Designation Rubric for next steps.

This webinar series is just the beginning of your journey. At the conclusion of our sessions, we strongly encourage you to take what you’ve learned to continue building a forward-thinking plan for your district.

Connect with us and your fellow participants to share successes, overcome challenges, and ensure every Ohio student has access to high-quality STEM education.