Empowering the Next Generation
Educators like you are a critical component of our mission to empower students to pursue their passions through education. We invest in educators through a variety of programs to equip them with the skills, tools and support needed to prepare their students for success.
Educator Workshops
Throughout the academic year we offer workshops – virtual and in-person – featuring tools and best practices to integrate authentic inquiry practices into your lessons that improve student engagement and helps them thrive in school and life. Please reach out to us if you are interested in collaborating to support your teachers.
STEM Studio
Offered at no cost for educators throughout the summer – is a robust educator professional learning program that helps educators incorporate inquiry-based teaching and learning strategies into their teaching. Emphasizing active, student-centered practices, STEM Studio is a collaborative and supportive three-phased training program for K-12 teachers:
- Phase 1 – Developing Inquiry Mindsets
- Phase 2 – Making Inquiry Visible
- Phase 3 – Creating Inquiry Environments
DoD STEM Ambassadors
In partnership with DoD STEM, TGR Foundation manages the STEM Ambassador Program, which recognizes outstanding educators and promotes STEM learning across the country. DoD STEM Ambassadors are carefully chosen by the Department of Defense STEM Education Consortium (DSEC) and DoD STEM based on their commitment to working with students who have been historically underrepresented in STEM and/or are military connected.
Ambassadors serve a one-year term and participate in a variety of professional development and community building.
Ambassadors serve a one-year term and participate in a variety of professional development and community building.
Digital Resource Library
With a variety of resources for students, parents and educators, our Digital Resource Library is a one-stop-shop to foster learning in and outside of the classroom. Access quality resources without subscription fees or the hassle of remembering log-in information.
- Lesson Plans
- Self-paced Training
- Digital Student Activations and more!
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Join our Educator Community
TGR Foundation’s Educator Community provides educators with trainings, tools and resources to expand students’ access to STEM careers through programs like our Professional Learning Pathway, STEM Studio, and DoD STEM Ambassador.
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