Two free online science professional development opportunities are available for educators this summer. 

Participants of Picture Perfect Science will learn from award-winning NSTA Press authors Karen Ansberry and Emily Morgan. This introductory workshop, held via Zoom, will help educators build a solid understanding of STEM and literacy integration and the 5E Model through participation in engaging picture book-inspired lessons, lively discussion and interactive learning tasks. 

The first 50 registrants will receive a free copy of the supporting materials book. 

• 9-11 a.m., June 6, kindergarten through second grade. 
• 9-11 a.m. June 7, third through fifth grade. 
• Register here: https://forms.gle/3Hpk2mcmS8Grb5YA6. 

Phenomenon Science is for elementary teachers who want to incorporate more hands-on science investigations and phenomena into their classes. This session is being offered for free through a partnership between the Kansas State Department of Education and Phenomenon Science. During this workshop, which is being held via Zoom, participants will learn more about three-dimensional science standards and experience how phenomenon and student curiosity can drive learning in multiple areas. 

The first 60 registrants will receive a free kit of materials. 

• 9 a.m.-noon, June 12-13. 
• 9 a.m.-noon, July 27-28. This is a repeated session. 
• Register here: https://forms.gle/fiddcEVgUnAAg2WYA 

Zoom links will be provided upon registration. 

For more information, contact Meg Richard, an education program manager/K-12 STEM education and health science pathways, for the Kansas State Department of Education, at mrichard@ksde.org.