K-12 WebinarsScience & STEM webinars
Science and STEM webinars focus on phenomena-based instruction, NGSS-aligned units, lab and engineering design work, and the practicalities of running investigations with limited materials. Sessions frequently feature curriculum developers alongside teachers piloting new units. Useful for science departments and STEM coordinators planning the year ahead.
33 upcoming sessions · 3 in the archive
Upcoming sessions
- Sep 108:30 PM UTC
AP CSP Checklist
Join this webinar to explore how CodeHS supports you in delivering a fun and engaging introduction to computer science. We’ll show you how to get started with one of our AP CSP courses—available in JavaScript, Python, or Cybersecurity—and guide you through the essential tools, resources, and College Board planning dates to kick off the year with confidence.
CodeHS60 min → - Sep 1011:00 PM UTC
What is El Niño and How Might It Affect Our Weather This Year, September 10, 2026
Join us on Thursday, September 10, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, to learn about El Niño.
National Science Teaching Association60 min → - Sep 1011:00 PM UTC
Learning that Lasts: Meaningful STEM Experiences that Build Durable Skills: A Topic Study for K-12 Educators
Join us for a four-part webinar series, scheduled on September 10, 17, 24 and October 1, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM ET, to deepen your understanding of STEM learning experiences that build durable skills.
National Science Teaching Association90 min → - Sep 1511:00 PM UTC
Presenter Essentials: Your Guide to Conference Success, September 15, 2026
Get ready to shine at the NSTA National Conference in Indianapolis! Join us on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, from 7:00 to 8:15 PM ET, for an interactive webinar designed to help you feel prepared, confident, and ready to succeed as an NSTA conference presenter.
National Science Teaching Association75 min → - Sep 1611:00 PM UTC
Building Wonder with Text Sets: Tools for Inquiry Rich Classrooms, September 16, 2026
Join us on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM ET, for another installment of Book Beat Live!
National Science Teaching Association75 min → - Sep 2211:00 PM UTC
Leveraging Anchoring Phenomena for Sensemaking, September 22, 2026
Compelling phenomena have the power to spark curiosity, inspire questions, and create a purpose for science learning.
National Science Teaching Association60 min → - Sep 232:00 PM UTC
Operation Pollination, Grades K–4
Discover the connection of living systems and investigate why and how flowering plants have developed with their pollinator partners. Gain an appreciation of this delicate relationship by identifying adaptations of plants and pollinators. Students join a Longwood Gardens educator online for an engaging presentation and interactive Q&A.
Longwood Gardens60 min → - Sep 2311:00 PM UTC
Explore Leadership Opportunities: 2027 NSTA Nominations Session, September 23, 2026
Join us on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, to learn about the leadership opportunities available on the NSTA Board of Directors and Leadership Council.
National Science Teaching Association60 min → - Sep 2811:00 PM UTC
Lab Safety Considerations for Pre-Service and In-Service Elementary Science/STEM Teachers, September 28, 2026
Elementary Pre-Service and In-Service Teachers! Join us on Monday, September 28, 2026, from 7:00 – 8:15 PM ET to learn about safety considerations for the elementary classroom.
National Science Teaching Association75 min → - Sep 2911:00 PM UTC
Reviewing Proposals for NSTA Conference in Boston, September 29, 2026
Every great conference begins with great proposal reviewers. Help shape the 2027 NSTA Spring Conference in Boston. Join us on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM ET, for an interactive webinar that will equip you with the tools and guidance to review proposals.
National Science Teaching Association75 min → - Oct 511:00 PM UTC
Building a Strong Application for the Shell Science Teaching Awards, October 5, 2026
Join us on Monday, October 5, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, to learn about the Shell Science Teaching Awards.
National Science Teaching Association60 min → - Oct 611:00 PM UTC
Navigating NSTA 2026 Fall Conference: A Guide for First-Time Attendees, October 6, 2026
Headed to the NSTA National Conference in Indianapolis? Make every moment count! Join us on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM ET, for an interactive webinar that will help you navigate the conference with confidence.
National Science Teaching Association75 min → - Oct 711:00 PM UTC
Designing 3D Assessments with Generative AI: A Four-Part Professional Learning Series for Science Educators
Are your assessments capturing the rich science sensemaking already happening in your classroom? Join us on October 7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th from 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm ET, to build your skills in designing 3D assessments with generative AI.
National Science Teaching Association90 min → - Oct 811:00 PM UTC
Making the Most of Attending an NSTA Conference - Indianapolis 2026, October 8, 2026
NSTA Indianapolis is coming, and your best conference experience starts now! Join us on Thursday, October 8, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM ET, for an interactive webinar designed to help you plan your schedule and maximize your time.
National Science Teaching Association75 min → - Oct 1411:00 PM UTC
Don’t Hide Your Passion: Let It Shine with an NSTA Teacher Award, October 14, 2026
Join us on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, to learn about the various NSTA award categories, eligibility criteria, and the application process.
National Science Teaching Association60 min → - Oct 1511:00 PM UTC
Beyond Word Walls: A Tool for Intentional Language Development in Science, October 15, 2026
Looking for practical ways to better support multilingual learners (MLLs) in science? Join us on Thursday, October 15, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM ET to explore a powerful tool that makes language development visible within three-dimensional science learning.
National Science Teaching Association90 min → - Oct 1911:00 PM UTC
Lab Safety Considerations for Pre-Service and In-Service Secondary Science/STEM Teachers, October 19, 2026
Secondary Pre-Service and In-Service Teachers! Join us on Monday, October 19, 2026, from 7:00 to 8:15 PM ET to learn about safety considerations for the science laboratory.
National Science Teaching Association75 min → - Oct 202:00 PM UTC
Carnivorous Plants, Grades K–2
Journey into the secret world of carnivorous plants. Discover the unique methods by which these amazing organisms capture food to continue their survival, guided by a Longwood Gardens educator with live Q&A for the classroom.
Longwood Gardens60 min → - Oct 2011:00 PM UTC
Sponsored Web Seminar: Creep It Real: Halloween Experiments Students Won't Stop Talking About, October 20, 2026
Join us on Tuesday, October 20, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, and learn about Halloween-related activities that you can do in your classroom.
National Science Teaching Association60 min → - Oct 2711:00 PM UTC
OpenSciEd Best Practices for Success: Building Scientific Communities Through Scientist Circles, October 27, 2026
Transform student talk into powerful science learning. Join us on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM ET, for an interactive web seminar exploring how OpenSciEd's Scientist Circles routine strengthens student discourse.
National Science Teaching Association90 min → - Oct 295:00 PM UTC
Carnivorous Plants, Grades 3–5
Journey into the secret world of carnivorous plants. Discover the unique methods by which these amazing organisms capture food to continue their survival, guided by a Longwood Gardens educator with live Q&A for the classroom.
Longwood Gardens60 min → - Nov 411:00 PM UTC
What the Research Says About…Emerging Technologies in Science Education, November 4, 2026
Discover how emerging technologies are transforming science teaching and learning. Join educators and researchers from the Association for Science Teacher Education on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, from 7:00 to 8:15 PM ET for an interactive webinar.
National Science Teaching Association75 min → - Nov 53:00 PM UTC
Green Careers, Grades 5–12
Go behind the scenes at one of the world's great gardens and meet the professionals who help it thrive. Explore potential career pathways in horticulture and other diverse roles that support this work. Engage with a Longwood educator, ask questions, and gain insight into this dynamic field.
Longwood Gardens60 min → - Nov 1211:00 PM UTC
Snowfall Measurement Science: In Support of Aviation Winter Operations, November 12, 2026
Join us on Thursday, November 12, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, to learn about snow measurement science.
National Science Teaching Association60 min → - Nov 133:00 PM UTC
Tropical Plant Adaptations, Grades 1–5
Travel through Longwood's Conservatory virtually and get an up-close look at tropical plants. Identify characteristics of the tropical climate and how plants have adapted to survive, with live Q&A from a Longwood educator.
Longwood Gardens60 min → - Nov 1911:00 PM UTC
Connecting Science Learning to Future Careers: Bridging Science, CTE, and Workforce Readiness, November 19, 2026
Help students see the connection between today's science lesson and tomorrow's career. Join us on Thursday, November 19, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM ET to explore practical strategies for connecting three-dimensional science learning to Career and Technical Education.
National Science Teaching Association90 min → - Dec 113:00 PM UTC
Desert Plant Adaptations, Grades 1–5
Travel through Longwood's Conservatory virtually and get an up-close look at desert plants. Identify characteristics of the desert climate and how plants have adapted to survive, with live Q&A from a Longwood educator.
Longwood Gardens60 min → - Feb 212:00 AM UTC
Developing a Competitive Application for the Shell Science Lab Regional Challenge, February 1, 2027
Are you a K-12 teacher that works near a Shell asset? If so, you could win a science classroom makeover. Join us on Monday, February 1, 2027, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, to learn about the Shell Science Lab Regional Challenge.
National Science Teaching Association60 min → - Feb 412:00 AM UTC
A Decade of Discovery: Celebrating 10 Years of Best STEM Books, February 3, 2027
Join us on Wednesday, February 3, 2027, from 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM ET, for another installment of Book Beat Live!
National Science Teaching Association75 min → - Feb 412:00 AM UTC
OpenSciEd Exploration: Transforming Science Teaching and Learning with High-Quality Instructional Materials
Are you curious about OpenSciEd? Whether you are ready to implement, or just starting to explore new science curricula, this four-part series, scheduled on February 3, 10, 17, and 24, 2027, offers a guided introduction to high-quality instructional materials.
National Science Teaching Association90 min → - Feb 412:00 AM UTC
Class CrunchLabs Exploration: Transforming Science Teaching and Learning with High-Quality Instructional Materials
Are you curious about Class CrunchLabs? Whether you are ready to implement, or just starting to explore new science curricula, this four-part series, scheduled on February 3, 10, 17, and 24, 2027, offers a guided introduction to high-quality instructional materials.
National Science Teaching Association90 min → - Feb 2312:00 AM UTC
Lab Safety Considerations for Pre-Service and In-Service Elementary Science/STEM Teachers, February 22, 2027
Elementary Pre-Service and In-Service Teachers! Join us on Monday, February 22, 2027, from 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM ET to learn about safety considerations for the elementary classroom.
National Science Teaching Association75 min → - Mar 912:00 AM UTC
Lab Safety Considerations for Pre-Service and In-Service Secondary Science/STEM Teachers, March 8, 2027
Secondary Pre-Service and In-Service Teachers! Join us on Monday, March 8, 2027, from 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM ET to learn about safety considerations for the science laboratory.
National Science Teaching Association75 min →
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