Texas STEM Announcements

Texas Mobile STEM Laboratory Virtual Professional Development 

The Texas Mobile STEM Laboratory team is pleased to offer two virtual professional development opportunities. During these one-hour sessions, participants will be guided through a Texas Mobile STEM Laboratory engineering design challenge, including its core components, strategies for implementation, and locations for accessing additional lessons. Participants will also explore a tool designed to support the development of their own TEKS-aligned engineering design challenges.

Event Dates:

Kindergarten–Grade 5: Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 3:30–4:30 Central

Grades 6–8: Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 4:00–5:00 Central

Registration Link

New STEM Toolkit Resource—From Data to Impact: A Guide to Strengthening STEM Education

From Data to Impact: A Guide to Strengthening STEM Education is a resource designed to support data teams in using data to inform and strengthen STEM instruction. By using data to inform planning and continuous improvement efforts, educators and leaders can design meaningful STEM learning experiences, respond effectively to challenges, and implement instructional practices that support student success. Through a systematic approach to data analysis, data teams can establish priorities, set measurable goals, and make informed decisions that improve teaching and learning outcomes.

Statewide STEM Leadership Training (Administrators) (A TEA Learn Badge can be earned for this training.) This immersive professional development prepares administrators to shape, support, and sustain STEM initiatives within their programs. 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. Region 7: September 17, 2026 Registration

STEM Coordinators Network (Previously Shared) The TEA is excited to welcome STEM Coordinators to apply for the STEM Coordinators Network—a collaborative community dedicated to advancing STEM education and programs. This group, led by TEA's STEM Coordinator, Michelle Sedberry, brings together STEM coordinators from a variety of educational institutions and organizations to share best practices, innovative strategies, and resources for enhancing STEM learning experiences. 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 centers STEM Leads, higher education STEM directors, and STEM directors at non-profit organizations. Anyone involved in the planning and implementation of STEM programs at a systemic level. Complete the form to become a member of the STEM Coordinators Network. Application Link

Upcoming Events

Texas Mobile STEM Lab September Visits

Virtual STEM PD:
K–5 Oct. 13, 2026
6–8 Oct. 14, 2026
Registration Link

STEM Conferences:
Region 20 Oct. 8, 2026
Registration

Region 13 Oct. 22, 2026
Registration

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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