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.

Marquette-Alger RESA, with support from the Seaborg Math & Science Center, is hosting a collaborative network designed to connect science educators across the region. Together, we’ll share ideas, strengthen relationships, and engage in meaningful discussions about science teaching and learning. Through a mix of large and small group sessions, we aim to provide tailored support for different grade levels while building a supportive professional community.  Substitute teacher costs are included for the first 30 educators.

  • Day #1 - Thursday, October 23, 2025 - 8:30am to 3:30pm (lunch is provided) - session will be held at the Seaborg Center, Northern Michigan University
  • Day #2 - TBD
  • Day #3 - TBD

Register Here

Contact Chrissy Columb (ccolumb@maresa.org) or Renee Jewett (rkivioja@nmu.edu) with questions.

Marquette-Alger RESA, with support from the Seaborg Math & Science Center, is hosting a collaborative network designed to connect science educators across the region. Together, we’ll share ideas, strengthen relationships, and engage in meaningful discussions about science teaching and learning. Through a mix of large and small group sessions, we aim to provide tailored support for different grade levels while building a supportive professional community.  Substitute teacher costs are included for the first 30 educators.

  • Day #1 - Thursday, October 30, 2025 - 8:30am to 3:30pm (lunch is provided) - session will be held at the Seaborg Center, Northern Michigan University
  • Day #2 - TBD
  • Day #3 - TBD

Register Here

Contact Erich Ziegler (eziegler@maresa.org) or Chris Standerford (cstander@nmu.edu) with questions.

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 25, 2025.
  • 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

Flyer

Register Here

 

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.

PBL Design Cohort 2025-26 Virtual Follow Up Sessions - For educators that attended the summer 2025 design cohort, please consider joining us for continued learning and collaboration throughout the 2026-26 school year.

Session Dates - 4pm to 5:30pm Eastern Time

  • October 29, 2025
  • December 10, 2025
  • March 18, 2026
  • April 22, 2026

Register Here - Signing up does not obligate you to attend all sessions, but will give access to email reminders, zoom links, and Notecatcher resources.

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

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 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: August 5-6; 12-13, 2025
  • 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.

  • Not currently offered.

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
 

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.

Contact Renee Jewett (rkivioja@nmu.edu) if you are interested in MRSp1 Training.