Texas STEM Announcements

Texas Mobile STEM Laboratory Application Window will Open Soon

Through a partnership between the Texas Education Agency (TEA) and Learning Undefeated, the Texas Mobile STEM Lab will continue to provide STEM engagement opportunities for students during the 2025–2026 school year. Using custom-outfitted STEM learning spaces, the mobile labs offer engaging, hands-on educational experiences for kindergarten through grade 8 students and teachers. The application window is April 1, 2025, through May 31, 2025. All Texas public schools that offer classes for kindergarten through grades 8 are eligible to register for a free visit during the 2025–2026 school year. At least one school district from each educational region will receive a visit. 

The Texas Mobile STEM Laboratory is Hiring Education Outreach Coordinators

The Texas Mobile STEM Laboratory, operated by Learning Undefeated in partnership with the Texas Education Agency, is expanding. Learning Undefeated is currently hiring education outreach coordinators as instructors in the new traveling laboratories. 

For more information, visit the job posting.

Texas EcosySTEM Professional Development

Statewide STEM Leadership Training (A TEALearn Badge can be earned for this training.) This immersive professional development prepares campus administrators to shape, support, and sustain STEM initiatives within their district or campus. Participants will learn by doing, engaging directly in the instructional approaches most critical to the STEM endeavor: project-based learning, design-based challenges, and computational thinking. This training is available through the education service centers (ESC). Region 18 ESC: Feb. 25, 2025 Registration

Statewide STEM Teacher Training (A TEALearn Badge can be earned for this training.) This professional development prepares teachers for successful implementation of STEM instruction in their classrooms by immersing teachers directly in the role of STEM learner, engaging first-hand in high-impact STEM practices such as project-based learning, design-based challenges, and computational thinking. This training is available through the education service centers (ESC). Region 4 ESC: Mar. 11–12, 2025 Registration Region 20 ESC: Mar. 24–25, 2025 Registration

TEA’s STEM Coordinators Network:

The Texas Education Agency (TEA) is excited to announce the new STEM Coordinators Network.

Purpose: The purpose of this network is to empower STEM coordinators with the tools and knowledge they need to create engaging and effective STEM programs. TEA aims to foster a supportive network where members can exchange ideas, tackle common challenges, and drive continuous improvement in STEM education.

Who Should Join: This group is designed for district and campus-level STEM coordinators, education service center STEM leads, higher education STEM directors, and STEM directors at non-profit organizations—anyone involved in the decision making authority for STEM programs at a systemic level. Complete the form to become a member of the STEM Coordinator’s Network. https://forms.gle/vSZUzBjwdJvpqmBb6

Next Meeting: February 11, 2025, from 12:30–2:00 Central

Upcoming Events

Texas Mobile STEM Lab November Visits

Region 7: Waskom ISD

Region 8: Queen City ISD

Region 10: Richardson ISD

STEM Coordinators Network Meeting

February 11, 2025

(More details in the Texas EcosySTEM section)

Contact Information

Michelle Sedberry Statewide STEM Coordinator Texas Education Agency

Texas EcosySTEM STEM Leads, Education Service Centers 

STEM Lead Contact Information

Texas Education Agency Curriculum Standards and Student Support For general curriculum questions or additional information, please submit a Curriculum Request Form through the TEA Help Desk.                

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