Come learn from Washington State LASER leaders and school/district leaders about the impact of strategically planning for high-quality elementary science teaching and learning. During this 90 minute session we'll make the case for improving access and quality of elementary science with data and research you can use in your context, hear from school and district leaders, explore the LASER Science/STEM District Self-Assessment tool (which can also be used at the school level), and help scope out your next steps. We will offer suggestions and examples for finding your "on-ramp" to strategic planning, whether you are a classroom teacher, principal, TOSA, district administrator or hold another STEM education role.

Clock Hours: 1.5 clock hours (non-STEM clock hours) 

Washington State LASER (Leadership and Assistance for Science Education Reform) vision: All K-12 students deepen their understanding of scientific ideas over time, engaging in practices that scientists and engineers actually use, so that students are informed and thriving global citizens and succeed in STEM careers if they choose those pathways.