The Glenn T. Seaborg Mathematics and Science Center provides professional development for K-12 educators in the Central U.P. and across the state. The Center works closely with the MiSTEM Network, the School of Education at NMU, regional Intermediate School Districts, and curriculum developers to provide the best, research-based professional learning opportunities for educators.

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Professional Learning Opportunities

Professional learning opportunities (*) are available either by a virtual platform and/or face-to-face contact.

Add+Vantage Math Recovery® (AVMR) courses are designed to support elementary teachers, special education teachers, and math interventionists in diagnosing and advancing student understanding and numeracy development. The assessment, data collection, and teaching tools are designed to accelerate the ability of educators to recognize students' current levels of numeracy understanding to make data-driven instructional decisions.  AVMR Course 1 & 2 Flyer.

Add+VantageMR® Course 1 (AVMR 1): Foundational learning of whole number topics such as number words and numerals, structuring numbers, addition and subtraction, and topics that affect the development of future mathematical understanding. The topics and domains covered often appear later on as holes in understanding for older struggling students. This course is designed for K-5 teachers, K-8 special education teachers, and math interventionists.

  • Included:  Daily Stipend  | SCECHs will be available
  • Dates: Virtual 9:00-11:00 on June 12-14; June 18-20; June 25-16, 2024.
  • Facilitator: Renee Jewett, Program Coordinator, STEM Education Consultant
  • AVMR Course 1 Registration

 

Add+VantageMR® Course 2 (AVMR 2): After attending AVMR Course 1, teachers will expand and deepen their knowledge and understanding of the mathematical development of all students by implementing diagnostic assessments for multiplication and division and place value understanding. This course is designed for K-5 teachers, K-8 special education teachers, and math interventionists.  

Prerequisite:  Must have completed AVMR Course 1.

  • Included:  Daily Stipend  | SCECHs will be available
  • Dates:  Virtual 9:00-11:00 on August 6-9; August 13-16, 20204.
  • Facilitator: Renee Jewett, Program Coordinator, STEM Education Consultant
  • AVMR Course 2 Registration

For more information, visit the US Math Recovery website.

In collaboration with InvestUP, MiWorks, and the local ISDs, the MiSTEM Network is thrilled to launch the Teacher Externship Program for the summer of 2025! Join us for one or more exciting half-day field trips that will ignite your curiosity and show you how the content you teach comes to life in local industries. You'll gain fresh insights that will help your students see how their learning connects to real-world opportunities in their community. Plus, you'll get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at some of the most innovative technical industries in your own backyard! Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity!

Seats are limited.  SCECHs are available.  And a $50 stipend is included for the 3-4 hours of learning. 
Register Here

Dickinson-Iron ISD industry dates and sites: 
July 9 - City of Norway Hydro Dam, Norway
July 16 - Grede Foundries, Kingsford
July 23 - Oscar G Johnson VA Medical Clinic, Iron Mountain
July 30 - Billerud, Quinnesec

Delta-Schoolcraft & Menominee ISD industry dates and sites:
July 9 - Independent Machin Company, Escanaba
July 16 - Island Resort & Casino, Harris
July 23 - North Country Electrical Line & Heavy Equipment School, Escanaba
July 30 - OSF St. Francis Hospital, Escanaba

Marquette-Alger RESA industry dates and sites:
July 9 - PotlatchDeltic Timber, Gwinn
July 16 - Carpenter & Millwright Training Center, Negaunee
July 23 - Mount Manufacturing, Marquette
July 30 - Envoy Air Inc, Gwinn
 

FIRST LEGO League - Coaches Workshop - Interested in coaching FIRST robotics for the upper elementary level? Do you need support in starting a team?  Do you need experience with the new SPIKE Prime robot?

All new or experienced FIRST LEGO League (FLL) coaches, mentors, leaders, parents, volunteers, and interested college-level students are invited to experience the SPIKE Prime platform and prepare for competing in the upcoming Fall FLL Challenge Qualifiers.  

Attendees will receive a free LEGO extension kit for use with a team.  

  • Saturday, October 5, 2024.
  • 8:00 - 9:00 a.m.:  New to robotics
  • 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. New and Experienced in Robotics

Hosted by the Seaborg Center, Northern Michigan University

Register here  |  Flyer

 

Math Recovery Specialist, Part 1 (MRSp1) - 

MRSp1 is a professional development course that builds a high level of expertise in Math Recovery content and pedagogy.  MRSp1 includes the comprehensive, research-based Learning Framework in Number, offering detailed learning progressions and pedagogical tools for assessment and teaching. Part one of the two-part series focuses on the topics of addition and subtraction, structuring numbers, number word sequences, numeral identification, and conceptual place value.

Participants will engage in 100 hours of 1:1 and/or small group math intervention with students throughout the course and will receive one-on-one coaching sessions, access to online learning modules, virtual video share opportunities, and assessment and teaching materials to support this work. Upon completion of MRSp1, participants will be well prepared to implement targeted intervention and will be a valuable resource for supporting school or district-wide mathematics initiatives. SCECHs and graduate credit will be available.

 

PBL Design Cohort 2025-26 - Explore, create, and learn how to implement a dynamic teaching approach that positively impacts student learning and engagement, while emphasizing: Inquiry, Collaboration, Student voice and Choice, Authenticity, Student-Driven Learning, Critical Thinking & Problem Solving, Presenting to Authentic Audiences.

Open to all K-12 teachers in all subject areas.  Teachers are encouraged to attend with at least one other teacher with whom they can co-plan and collaborate with throughout the year.

The Seaborg Center is committed to bringing professional learning related to using place-based education with students to the central Upper Peninsula. These opportunities highlight using our sense of place to supplement the storylines being developed to meet the rigors of 3-dimensional learning in the NGSS and across all content areas. These opportunities also align with multiple state agencies, including the MiSTEM Network, and promote 21st Century teaching and learning. Grant dollars may be able to support participation for school teachers.

Please contact Chris Standerford (cstander@nmu.edu) for application details.

Bootstrap: Algebra 1, Bootstrap: Algebra 2, or Bootstrap: Data Science

Meaningful Math & Computer Science Integration for High School & Middle School
These five day workshop series will equip educators with the ability to implement module based math lessons that capitalize on the modern digital tools that computer science offers to support effective and efficient teaching and learning. Check out either of these workshops, whether you are a math, CS, or other mainstream content educator. *Supported by CSforMichigan Collaborative & MiSTEM Network

Who is Invited: 6th-12th grade educators (Math for Algebra 1 or 2 workshop, Any 6-12 educator for Data Science)
Workshop Dates/Locations:

  • TEACHERCON- Bay City - July 28 - August 1, 2025, ( Data Science, Bootstrap: Algebra 1 or Bootstrap: Algebra 2), <or>
  • Macomb ISD - Aug 4 - 8 , 2025 (Bootstrap: Algebra 1 or Bootstrap: Algebra 2)

What is included ($3,000 value): 
Workshop registration, workshop materials, 5-nights lodging (if needed), breakfast/lunch meals, and swag 

Register here for Data Science, Bootstrap Algebra 1, Bootstrap Algebra 2 Workshops (NOTE: If you are applying for more than one workshop, please submit multiple applications.)

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