Quantum Opportunities (Teachers)
Looking for some professional development that is "out of the ordinary"? Are your students curious about the strange world of quantum phenomena and the possibilities it holds? The National Science Foundation is funding teacher workshops and student camps where STEM is truly integrated! Chemistry, physics, astronomy, computer science, technology, engineering, and math have quantum as the common denominator. Quantum ideas are behind everyday technologies like lasers, medical equipment, and cell phones.
Quantum for All will support high school teachers who want to embed quantum concepts, that do NOT rely on advanced mathematics, in their curriculum. By providing mentors, equipment, and opportunities to "practice" what they have learned with other peers, our project is built to develop confidence and expand knowledge of quantum information science principles.
Educators completing the 2021 and 2022 workshops will be eligible to host a student camp in their own district in the summer of 2023.
Any full time physics, chemistry, or STEM high school teacher was eligible to attend the virtual 2021 teacher workshops. If you are interested in joining us for the summer 2022 workshops, please read the requirements and expectations before applying here. NOTE: there are no openings at this time. If you wish to be put on the waiting list use the following link:Wait List
SUMMARY OF WORKSHOP AND CAMPS
Teachers will arrive at one of the 4 sites on Monday of the week they are doing the workshop. The workshops will begin on Tuesday morning and go through Friday afternoon. The weekend can be used to see local sites, rest, prepare for camps or whatever you want to do. Each site will have some optional activities planned for those that want to enjoy the company of colleagues during the weekend.
Monday-Thursday (week following the workshop) will be the student STEM camps. Teachers who attended the workshops will be teaching the camps. Assignments and time for preparation will be included in the teacher workshop agenda. Teachers will work with partners for sessions at the camps. Collaboration and support will play a big role in the camp's success!
Friday will be a travel day for the teachers.
UWRF has a different schedule from the other sites and will be 5 days. To register for the UWRF location contact Lowell McCann Lowell.mccann@uwrf.edu
Tentative Schedule for Teacher Participants Schedule for Teachers
Teacher Workshops
| Dates | |
|---|---|
| Arlington, TX | June 7-10, 2022 |
| Katy, TX | June 14-17, 2022 |
| Baltimore, MD | June 21-24, 2022 |
| Provo, UT | June 14-17, 2022 |
| UWRF | June 27-July 1, 2022 |
STEM Student Camps
| Arlington, TX | June 13-16, 2022 |
| Katy, TX | June 20-23, 2022 |
| Baltimore, MD | June 27-30, 2022 |
| Provo, UT | June 20-23, 2022 |
Addresses:
DFW, TX: James Martin HS, 4501 W Pleasant Ridge Rd, Arlington, TX 76016 Hotels for Southwest Arlington
Houston, TX: Robert R. Shaw Center for STEAM. 1730 Katyland Dr, Katy, TX 77493 Suggestions for Hotels: search Katy Mills, TX or download this map and links Katy TX hotels and map
Baltimore, MD: Morgan State University, 1700 East Cold Spring Lane
Baltimore, Maryland 21251 Hotels in Towson
Provo, UT: Provo High School, 1199 Lakeshore Dr, Provo, UT 84601
