🔬 Montana Science Teacher Professional Learning Community Day
Empowering Educators • Inspiring Students • Building STEM Excellence
Event Overview
Join fellow Montana educators for a collaborative, high-impact Professional Learning Community Science Day focused on integrating hands-on STEM projects and science competitions into your school or district. Learn directly from teachers actively using these initiatives in their classrooms and discover how to launch successful science fair and Science Olympiad programs from the ground up.
Who Should Attend?
Teachers: Elementary, Junior High, and High School Science, Math, or Elective Teachers.
Administrators: School leaders interested in expanding STEM pathways and competition opportunities.
What You Will Learn & Experience
Peer Presentations: Hear practical insights from educators using STEM projects and competitions within core curricula or elective programs.
Competition Pathways: Gain detailed guidance on local, regional, and state Science Fairs, including the Region II Science and Engineering Fair for elementary through high school levels.
Science Olympiad Guidance: Get step-by-step logistics on starting and sustaining a Science Olympiad group or Science Fair team at your school.
Why Science Competitions Matter for Students
Essential Transferable Skills: Students develop resilience, independent problem-solving, and the confidence to articulate complex technical ideas to experts and judges.
Research-Backed Engagement: Studies by Harvard and the Smithsonian Institute demonstrate that participating in science competitions significantly boosts students' understanding of scientific inquiry and fosters positive attitudes toward STEM coursework and future careers.
Event Logistics & Registration Details
📅 Date: Thursday, November 19th
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM
📍 Location: Shelby Public Schools Central Office
💳 Registration Cost:
Free for Member School Teachers
$25 for Non-Member Teachers
🍕 Included Lunch: Complimentary Pizza, Salad, and Drinks provided by The Golden Triangle Curriculum Cooperative
Agenda: Coming soon!
What to Bring: Please bring a wireless internet-capable laptop or device.
OPI Renewal Units: 5 OPI Renewal Units will be offered to attendees.
Questions: Kristi Calvery, GTCC Director | kristi@gtccmt.org | (406) 450-1805
Brianna Hansen, GTCC Administrative Assistant | brianna@gtccmt.org | (406) 434-2745