Workshop 1-Saturday March 25, 2023 - Oakley STEM Center at Tennessee Tech from 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Workshop 2- Wednesday, May 31, 2023 - TJ Farr 106 (TN Tech Campus) from 9:00-2:00 PM Workshop 3- Thursday, June 1, 2023 - TJ Farr 106 (TN Tech Campus) from 9:00-2:00 PM Building a STEM Culture Building a STEM Culture takes time and teamwork coupled with creativity, leadership support, and teaching pedagogy. This session will introduce or remind teachers regarding the concept of fundamental STEM integration in the elementary setting. Tools for creating original engineering design challenges with any curriculum will be shared. Teachers will share their “why” for STEM integration and lessons learned throughout their refinement process. The information shared aligns with the TSIN Designation Rubric and will support professional development toward this esteemed achievement. A $200 dollar stipend will be awarded on a first-come-first-serve basis for the first 60 registrants. Lunch will be provided for participants. Please note all workshop days are identical. ** Participants must verify with respective district if they are eligible to receive the stipend and/or PD credit for this workshop.