STEM on Tap
A networking workshop series that connects STEM teachers with practitioners, resources, and each other.
A networking workshop series that connects STEM teachers with practitioners, resources, and each other.
STEM on Tap is a workshop series that connects STEM teachers of Grades 6 through 12 with practitioners, resources, and each other. Each workshop takes place at a brewery in the southwest metro and features a different STEM practitioner and topic. Workshops stand alone–attend one or attend them all!
The registration fee includes food, 2.0 continuing ed hours, and access to the STEM on Tap Google Drive folder. Beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) are available but not included.
This workshop series is sponsored by Nine Mile Creek Watershed District and Riley Purgatory Bluff Creek Watershed District.
Upcoming Events:
Schedule:
4:30-5:00: Dinner and networking
5:00-6:00: Presentation
6:00-6:30: Questions and networking
Wednesday, February 12: Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
4:30-6:30 pm | Wooden Hill Brewing Co.
Zach Bodenner, GIS Coordinator from the City of Eden Prairie
Prepare to be regaled with stories of the potential of maps! GIS brings unparalleled data access and analysis to many industries, including local government. Zach’s expertise and enthusiasm will inspire you to integrate spatial data into your classroom.
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Wednesday, March 12: Winter Tree ID and Plants
4:30-6:30 pm | Wooden Hill Brewing Co.
Gael Zembal, Nine Mile Creek Watershed District
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Check out some of the feedback we've received from past events!
“So fun! And so helpful, thank you!”
“Thank you for hosting this!! This is amazing!”
“Honestly. I needed this more than you know. I do cool things, but I forget that I do cool things. And you reminded me that I can expand on those cool things.”
“My heart has grown bigger. Thank you.”
“This was great! Looking forward to the next event!”
Past Events in Series:
Get Out(side)! STEM and Stormwater
Lori Haak, Water Resources Coordinator, City of Eden Prairie (and licensed HS teacher)
Monday, February 26, 6-8 PM | Boom Island Brewing
Minnesota has a wealth of lakes, wetlands, creeks, and stormwater ponds that can provide opportunities for outdoor learning. Learn about how those water resources are managed and protected, and how one teacher’s commitment to taking kids outside evolved into collaborative inquiry projects that replaced final exams–and got kids to touch bugs.
All About Aquatic Invasive Species
Josh Maxwell, Fisheries & Water Resources Manager, Riley Purgatory Bluff Creek Watershed District
Monday, April 15, 6-8 PM | Wooden Hill Brewing Company
Learn to identify the most common Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) in the Twin Cities, how they spread, how watershed districts are managing and monitoring invasive species in our lakes and creeks, and our role in preventing further spread. We’ll try out a sample AIS activity for your classroom, then collaborate on ways to incorporate AIS into your curriculum while meeting state standards.
Minnesota’s Love/Hate Relationship with Chlorides
Connie Fortin, Bolton & Menk Inc.
Wednesday, November 13th, 4:30-6:30 pm | Fat Pants Brewing Co.
Minnesota’s road authorities spend about 100 million dollars each year purchasing road salt. It provides bare pavement driving conditions for all of us during the winter by keeping snow, sleet, and freezing rain at bay. But each teaspoon of salt has a dark side, contaminating 5 gallons of water forever. This session will cover the ABC’s of chloride pollution and introduce a new initiative to outsmart winter, Low Salt Infrastructure Design.
Birds and Birding
Andy Forbes, Supervisory Wildlife Biologist, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
Wednesday, January 15th, 4:30 - 6:30 pm | Fat Pants Brewing Co.
Andy is an expert in migratory bird management, bird identification, and natural history. He has traveled the globe (for work and for fun) to learn about birds and will provide tips and tricks for birding, as well as creative ways to incorporate birds and birding into your classroom.