Educator Professional Development

Educator Professional Development Trainings

As part of our mission, we recognize the importance of preparing Nevada’s educators with real world science information and expertise so they can transmit that information to their students.

DRI’s STEM Education Program hosts professional development teacher trainings throughout the year in both Northern and Southern Nevada, and in our rural communities. We pride ourselves on offering a diverse set of topics and experiences at each training. All of DRI’s trainings are free and educators who attend our trainings are eligible for in-service professional development hours offered through the Nevada State Department of Education.  Our trainings include hands-on activities, exciting keynote presentations, unique field trip experiences, and amazing resources.

Past training topics include: Astrobiology, Agriculture, Technology, Engineering, Water Conservation, Energy and Energy Efficiency, STEM Engagement Techniques, and our annual NV STEAM Conference co-hosted with the Nevada Museum of Art.

Upcoming Opportunities

August 2025

STEM Education Program with an image of two educators holding up plants that they had potted using hydroponics.

Back to School STEM Showcase

Back to School STEM Showcase

Date August 23, 2025Time 8:00 AM - 5:00 PMVenue DRI, Las Vegas Campus
Save the date for DRI's Back to School STEM Showcase on August 23, 2025! The day long professional development event will host a variety of STEM education PD trainings and a working lunch where community partners will share free and engaging educational resources to uti...

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