SENSEsational Science: Empowering Educators Through Immersive STEM Professional Development
This summer, TRSA’s longest-running educator experience returned as an immersive overnight camp, offering teachers a unique opportunity to elevate their STEM teaching skills through hands-on learning. Set amidst the serene backdrop of POSTOAK Lodge, this free camp specifically supports educators from rural and Title 1 schools, providing them with the knowledge and confidence to bring […]
STEMtember 2024
STEMtember is our annual community awareness campaign dedicated to promoting Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education. In 2024, we built upon our theme from last year, transitioning from “STEM is Everywhere” to “STEM is Everyone.” Powered by Google, this year’s initiative was all about creative partnerships and engaging activities that highlighted the importance of […]
Meet the 2024 Siegfried Excellence in STEM Education Award Finalists
Every great STEM journey starts with a spark, and a teacher often ignites that spark. That is why it is with immense pride and excitement that we announce the winners of the 2024 Siegfried Excellence in STEM Education Awards. This moment celebrates the incredible dedication and impact of Oklahoma’s finest educators—individuals who are not just […]
Get Ready for New OK Law: Attend Code.org Workshops!
Starting in the 2024-25 school year, Oklahoma Senate Bill 252 mandates that all public charter and public elementary and middle schools in Oklahoma must offer instruction aligned with the Oklahoma Academic Standards for Computer Science. Additionally, all public high schools and public charter high schools are required to provide at least one standalone computer science course. […]
$25,000 in Awards for 4 Outstanding STEM Educators! Nominate by June 9; Apply by June 12
Tulsa Regional STEM Alliance proudly recognizes exceptional educators who bring STEM education to life in classrooms across Oklahoma. With the generous support of our donors, we are honored to present the Siegfried Excellence in STEM Education Awards and $25,000 to four outstanding Oklahoma educators, school administrators, and district leaders. These awards shine a spotlight on […]
Earn and Empower: Join in Paid Test of Innovative Science Curriculum for Oklahoma K-5 Teachers
Update: Apply now—some grade levels are currently full, but we are accepting applicants onto the waitlist. Are you a K-5 teacher in Oklahoma passionate about sparking curiosity and discovery in your students through hands-on science education? We’ve got an exciting opportunity just for you! Join us for a special invitation to participate in the paid […]
2024 Siegfried Drone & Aviation Showcase
[ngg src=”galleries” ids=”27″ display=”basic_imagebrowser”] On Friday, May 3rd, we welcomed 114 high school students to our Siegfried Drone & Aviation Showcase. Set within the vast expanse of an airplane hangar at Tulsa Community College Riverside Community Campus and Aviation Center, this event let students immerse themselves in hands-on activities and career pathways in drones […]
2024 SeaPerch Challenge Winners
[ngg src=”galleries” ids=”25″ display=”basic_imagebrowser”] On Saturday, March 30th, 57 teams from across Oklahoma participated in our SeaPerch Challenge, a robotics competition that involves designing, building, and operating an underwater remotely operated vehicle (ROV). At the competition, students tested their ROV’s performance in a series of underwater challenges and then participated in an interview to talk […]
Winners Announced for the 2024 Tulsa Regional Science Fair!
On Thursday, January 25, nearly 100 students from across Tulsa and Creek counties participated in the Tulsa Regional Science Fair, sponsored and hosted by The University of Tulsa. Participants competed in two divisions: Junior Division (7-9 grade) and Senior Division (10-12 grade.) More than 65 STEM professionals and community members volunteered to make this experience […]
Three Robotics Tools That Make Teaching Coding a Breeze
[x_block_grid type=”three-up”][x_block_grid_item] [/x_block_grid_item][x_block_grid_item] [/x_block_grid_item][x_block_grid_item] [/x_block_grid_item][/x_block_grid] Our next installment of STEM Shoppe Professional Development will focus on robotics! Teaching coding with robots brings computer science to life by providing students with a hands-on, physical representation of their code. Participants will learn how to use Ozobots, Spheros, and Micro:bits to incorporate math, science, and engineering into […]