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9:45am EDT

Middle School STEM Leadership: Expanding Innovation and Student Impact

Wednesday August 12, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

This session is designed for both new and returning middle school STEM Lead Teachers. Participants will deepen their understanding of STEM programming in Newport News Public Schools and how STEM leadership supports innovative, career-connected learning experiences for students. The session will highlight the Virginia STEM Ecosystem and NNPS leadership within Region 2, community STEM partnerships, NNPS STEM signature experiences, and competitive robotics opportunities that expand student engagement beyond the classroom. Participants will collaborate around updated expectations, new resources, and strategies for building strong STEM culture and interdisciplinary connections within middle school environments. Please bring a laptop or device to access digital materials during the session.

This session is intended for Middle School STEM Lead Teachers.

Speakers

Tami Byron

STEM Instructional Supervisor, Newport News Public Schools

Wednesday August 12, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
B223

Middle School Staff, Streamlining Teacher Tasks

11:00am EDT

High School STEM Leadership: Connecting Innovation, Partnerships, and Pathways

LIMITED

Wednesday August 12, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT

B223

Limited Capacity seats available

This session is designed for both new and returning high school STEM Lead Teachers. Participants will explore how STEM leadership supports innovative instruction, authentic student experiences, and future-ready pathways in Newport News Public Schools. The session will include updates on the Virginia STEM Ecosystem and NNPS leadership within Region 2, community and industry STEM partnerships, NNPS STEM signature experiences, and the continued growth of competitive robotics programming. Participants will also discuss strategies for strengthening schoolwide STEM culture, expanding student opportunities, and connecting STEM learning to workforce and postsecondary pathways. Please bring a laptop or device to access digital materials during the session.

This session is intended for High School STEM Lead Teachers.

Speakers

Tami Byron

STEM Instructional Supervisor, Newport News Public Schools

Wednesday August 12, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
B223

High School Staff, Planning for Student Engagement

2:30pm EDT

Elementary STEM Leadership: Building STEM Culture Through Signature Experiences

LIMITED

Wednesday August 12, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT

B223

Limited Capacity seats available

This session is designed for both new and returning elementary STEM Lead Teachers. Participants will explore the “what” and “why” behind STEM programming in Newport News Public Schools and the important role STEM Leads play in supporting innovation, engagement, and student success. Topics will include the Virginia STEM Ecosystem and the leadership role of NNPS within Region 2, community STEM partnerships, NNPS STEM signature experiences, and opportunities connected to competitive robotics and engineering design challenges. Participants will also review expectations, available resources, collaboration opportunities, and practical strategies for strengthening STEM culture at their schools. Please bring a laptop or device to access digital materials during the session.

This session is intended for Elementary STEM Lead Teachers.

Speakers

Tami Byron

STEM Instructional Supervisor, Newport News Public Schools

Jennifer Barker

STEM Instructional Specialist, Newport News Public Schools

I’ve proudly served in NNPS for 23 years and love being part of the innovative STEM team. One of the most rewarding parts of my work is developing division-wide STEM programs and supporting teachers as they engage students through creative, hands-on learning. As a lifelong learner... Read More →

Wednesday August 12, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
B223

Elementary Staff, Streamlining Teacher Tasks

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Tami Byron

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