Professional Development & Networking
PD by Request
Looking to bring high-quality STEM Professional Learning to your school or program?
Our STEM Hub staff offers free, customizable STEM professional development for programs and districts throughout the Columbia Gorge Region. Have a specific idea or need? We’ll work with you to design a session that supports your school or district’s goals.
Click here to explore what’s possible!. To learn more contact Julie Cucuel - jcucuel@cgesd.k12.or.us
Math PLC for MS
Hosted by Southern Oregon STEM Hub
Join other 6th - 8th grade teachers from across the state of Oregon! This once monthly virtual PLC series (March - June 2026) supports Middle School Math educators with curriculum alignment, strategies, resource-sharing and collaboration!
Educators from Gilliam, Hood River, Sherman, Wasco and Wheeler Counties qualify for $50 per session stipend, paid by Columbia Gorge STEM Hub!
Math-ish Book Study
K-12 Statewide
Virtual Sessions!
Join K-12 educators from across the state as we take a deep dive into Jo Boaler's latest text, Math-ish! We'll uncover the power of mindset on learning, the benefits to a visual approach to math & the importance of flexible knowledge!
Stipends available!
6-7:30 pm - Zoom
April 14, April 16, May 5 & May 7
Diack Foundation
Calling all Middle School Science teachers!
Join the Diack Ecology Foundation for their annual summer retreat, focused on field-based scientific inquiry for middle school students! Educators qualify for a stipend, and have an additional opportunity for grant funding to support their science instruction!
August 3-5 at Molalla Retreat Center
For more information and to register, contact Mike Weddle at mkweddle@comcast.net
Learn more about the Diack Ecology Foundation!
Ice Age Floods PD
FREE STEAM Workshop for K-12 educators in the Gorge
Hosted by Columbia Gorge Discovery Center & Museum on Saturday, March 14th from 9am - 3pm.
Participants will learn strategies to engage students in real-world geologic mysteries and fascinating Ice Age Floods detective work in this interactive STEAM workshop.
Breakfast, lunch and PDU Certificate.
View the flyer to learn more and register!
Journey to the Stars
Annual Journey to the Stars PreK Conference for Gorge early educators & child care providers!
Saturday, April 19th
Columbia Gorge Community College
The Dalles Campus
8am - 4pm
Cost: $35
Join us for an engaging early learning conference focused on BUILDING brains and SUPPORTING big feelings. Learn practical, brain-based strategies to nurture emotional regulation, resilience, and joyful learning in young children
Visit the Conference Website to learn more and register!