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STEM in the Rockies
Flight Edition

September 24th & 25th

The Montana Department of Transportation – Aeronautics Division is teaming up with the Montana Learning Center to offer a unique opportunity for teachers to be on the forefront of STEM education, right here in Montana! Come experience aviation-based, engaging hands-on curricula that will get you and your students excited about science, technology, engineering, and mathematics in aviation. This STEM in the Rockies workshop includes an introductory flight in one of the Aeronautics Division’s aircraft, tours of military and civil aviation facilities, classroom giveaways, and lodging/meals at the Montana Learning Center at Canyon Ferry Lake.

Participating teachers will earn 18 Montana Office of Public Instruction renewal units and return home with an array of aviation-themed student activities.

Space is limited to 18 participants, so apply today! Applicants must be STEM teachers who work in formal classrooms in Montana. Applications are due September 14th, and applicants will be notified of acceptance shortly after.

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The STEM in the Rockies workshop is proudly designed and delivered by Montana pilots and teachers. Taught by award-winning science instructors Dr. Walt Woolbaugh and Ryan Hannahoe, this course is fully funded by the Montana Department of Transportation – Aeronautics Division.

“Thank you so much! That was easily the best professional development course that I have been to, and I really enjoyed learning new activities I can use in my classroom and sharing resources with all of you!”

- MT Science Teacher