For

Educators

Educators like you are a critical component of our mission to empower students through education. We invest in educators through a variety of free programs to build skill, amplify voice, and equip them with strategies and resources to ignite student passions.

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 to schools throughout the academic year and individual educators in the summer, STEM Studio 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 

EDUCATOR SYMPOSIUM

The biannual TGR Foundation Educator Symposium is a one-day event for local K-12 teachers that brings together educators, thought leaders, and community partners dedicated to reimagining education and expanding access to opportunity for all students.

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!

DOD STEM AMBASSADOR PROGRAM

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.

IN THEIR WORDS

Randy KolsetEducator Technology Coordinator, Orange County
“I think one of the greatest things about the TGR Foundation professional learning opportunities is being connected or getting connected with the teachers across the area.”
Eric MooreVice President, Educator Professional Development, TGR Foundation
“If we can impact and empower a teacher they can then transform the lives of hundreds of students.”

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.

Upcoming Workshops and Events