SJCOE STEM

06/18/2026

Ready to spark curiosity and student‑led science? 🚀✨

Join SJCOE STEM and Ten Strands for Unleashing Wonder: From Standards to Student‑Led Science, a 3‑day NGSS deep dive designed to elevate your instruction.

You’ll explore:
• SEPs — what students do
• DCIs — what students know
• CCCs — how students think

What to expect:
• Hands‑on learning with exemplar lessons from Seeds to Solutions
• Phenomena‑based instruction
• Ready‑to‑use resources and a clear plan to strengthen student sensemaking

📅 July 7–9 | 8:30–3:30
📍 Teachers College of San Joaquin (Stockton, CA)
💲 $150 (includes light breakfast + lunch)

👉 Register at: bit.ly/unleashingwonder

Questions? Contact Bella Githere at [email protected].

06/16/2026

⭐ Thinking Classrooms with Peter Liljedahl ⭐

K–12 educators, secure your spot now. Peter Liljedahl, author of Building Thinking Classrooms, is coming to SJCOE for a full day of high‑impact math learning.

Why attend:
Diving deeper into BTC lesson design helps teachers create learning experiences where students engage in meaningful problem solving, collaborate with purpose, and build shared understanding. Strong BTC design supports a classroom culture where reasoning, discussion, and sense‑making are part of everyday math learning.

📅 Saturday, July 25, 2026
⏰ 8:30 to 3:30 (check‑in at 8:00)
📍 Wentworth Education Center, Stockton
💵 175 dollars with breakfast and lunch included
Registration required; no walk‑ins

🔗 Register today: https://bit.ly/PeterBTC2026
📧 Questions? Contact [email protected].

06/11/2026

💡Ready to build, code, and create this summer? ⚙️
The SJCOE FabLab is excited to announce that registration is open for our community days! If you have an incoming 3rd-8th grade student, you won’t want to miss out on these free morning sessions:
🤖Intro to LEGO Engineering (Grades 3-5)
🗓️Session 1: Monday, June 22nd
👉Register: bit.ly/26FLdaysession1
🗓️Session 3: Thursday, July 16th
👉Register: bit.ly/26FLdaysession3
⛏️Engineering in Minecraft Education (Grades 6-8)
🗓️Session 2: Friday, June 26th
👉Register: bit.ly/26FLdaysession2
🦾Robotic Inventions (Grades 6-8)
🗓️Session 4: Friday, July 24th
👉Register: bit.ly/26FLdaysession4
Space is limited, so secure your student’s spot today! 🚀

06/08/2026

Ready to spark curiosity and deepen student‑led science?

Join us for Unleashing Wonder: From Standards to Student‑Led Science, a hands‑on, three‑day NGSS learning experience designed to help you bring powerful, inquiry‑driven science to your classroom.

You’ll explore phenomena-based lessons, practical NGSS strategies, and real‑world challenges that inspire students to wonder, investigate, and make sense of the world.

📅 July 7–9 | 8:30–3:30

📍 Teachers College of San Joaquin, Stockton

💲 $150 (breakfast + lunch included)

Perfect for K–12 teachers, coaches, and leaders.

🔗 Register now: https://bit.ly/unleashingwonder

05/27/2026

05/26/2026

🌟 Ready to Lead and Strengthen Math Learning at Your Site?

Math Teacher Leaders & Instructional Coaches—this is your opportunity to grow your impact! Apply for the SJCOE Math Leadership Network, an application-based professional learning experience aligned to the California 2023 Mathematics Framework.

Strengthen your mathematical content knowledge, engage in high-impact instructional practices, and build your leadership capacity to confidently coach teachers and lead meaningful instructional change.

Designed for: Teacher Leaders, Instructional Coaches, and TOSAs
📍 Wentworth Education Center | Stockton
💵 Annual Fee: $350
⏳ Applications close June 3, 2026 — don’t miss the deadline!
📝 Apply now: https://bit.ly/SJCOEMathLeadersNetwork

05/22/2026

🎨 Registration is officially OPEN for Color the Outdoors STEAM Camp 2026! 🌲✨

Looking for an unforgettable summer experience for your kids? Spaces are limited, so secure your spot today! We have two incredible options depending on your child's grade:

🖌️ Day Art Camp (Grades 3–5)
When: June 8, 9, 11, & 12
Where: Durham Ferry Outdoor Education Center (Manteca)
Cost: $125
🔗 Register for Day Art Camp - https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/xtsc7mw

⛺ Sleep Away STEAM Camp (Grades 6–8)
When: June 16–18
Where: Sky Mountain Outdoor Education Center
Cost: $395
🔗 Register for Sleep Away Camp - https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/8jpcnw3

05/21/2026

What a way to wrap up the school year! 🏎️ Today at the SJCOE FabLab, two classes of 6th grade students from Nile Garden Elementary shifted into high gear for an awesome day of mechanical engineering.
Students collaborated with their teams to design, engineer, and code their way to the finish line 🏁 While this marks the last field trip of the school year, the innovation and learning don’t stop here.
The fun continues this summer, with some exciting 1st-12th grade camp opportunities being offered right here at the SJCOE FabLab! ☀️
🔗Register now at:
Primary Coding (grades 1-2): bit.ly/fablabprimarycoding26
Exploring 3D Design (grades 3-5): bit.ly/fablab3d26
CTE Career Explorers Summer Camp (grades 5-8): bit.ly/CTEcamp2026
Material Science (grades 9-12): bit.ly/fablabmatsci26

05/20/2026

🧠✨ Ready to Transform Math Learning This Summer? ✨➗
Whether you’re just getting started or ready to deepen your practice, SJCOE has summer learning designed to support powerful math instruction!

🔥 Peter Liljedahl in Action at SJCOE
Take your Building Thinking Classrooms learning to the next level with Peter Liljedahl himself!
(Prior Building Thinking Classrooms training required)
📅 July 25, 2026 | 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
📍 Wentworth Education Center, Stockton
💲 $175
🔗 https://bit.ly/PeterBTC2026
⚠️ Limited seats — early registration recommended

🚀 3-Day Building Thinking Classrooms Summer Institute (Foundational)
New to BTC? Build a strong foundation through hands-on learning and practical classroom strategies.
📅 July 14–16, 2026 | 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
📍 Wentworth Education Center, Stockton
💲 $300 ($340 with book)
🔗 https://bit.ly/2026BTC

☀️ Breakfast and lunch included for both opportunities!

05/18/2026

🧬🔍 Crack the Case This Summer!

Calling all curious minds in Grades 6–12—step into the exciting world of forensic science and biotechnology at SJCOE’s Intro Forensic Biotech Camp!

Get hands-on in the lab as you:
🧪 Analyze evidence
🧬 Build real biotech and forensic science skills
🔬 Learn from an industry expert in forensic science
🕵️ Think like a scientist and investigate like a detective

📅 June 23–25, 2026
⏰ 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
📍 Harmony Grove Lab, Wentworth Education Center
2707 Transworld Drive, Stockton, CA

💲 $345 (includes lunch + lab notebook)

This isn’t just a camp—it’s your chance to explore real-world science, sharpen your STEM skills, and experience biotech in action. Spots are limited!

🔗 Register now: https://bit.ly/IntroBiotech2026