Professional Development for Science Teachers
Bring the energy. Keep it practical.
VST helps teachers use engaging, classroom-ready resources to build scientific literacy, strengthen data analysis skills, support Science and Engineering Practices, and bring science to life.
Teachers leave with tools, routines, and resources they can use right away.
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PD That Comes With the “Now What?” Already Solved
Every session includes ready-to-use routines, templates, activities, and implementation materials so teachers can put new ideas into practice quickly.
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Scientific Literacy Through Data Analysis
Help students read graphs, make graphs, spot patterns, and use data as evidence.
Includes: Daily Data Dive Toolkit
Building a Culture of Curiosity
Use phenomena, Observe and Wonder routines, discussion prompts, and bell ringers that get students thinking.
Includes: Curiosity Kickstarters Toolkit
Helping Students Think Like Scientists
Build Science and Engineering Practices into everyday instruction without rebuilding your entire curriculum.
Includes: SEP Toolkit
Engaging Every Learner in Science
Use interactives, routines, visuals, and supports to make science more accessible and engaging.
Includes: VST Implementation Toolkit
Choose the Format That Fits Your School
Virtual Workshops
Flexible 1-hour sessions for schools, departments, faculty meetings, or district-wide support.
In-Person Workshops
Half-day or full-day PD available in Virginia and North Carolina.
District Partnerships
Customized support with multiple sessions, planning, and follow-up resources.
Coming Soon: Science Vocabulary Support
Making Science Vocabulary Stick will focus on vocabulary routines, visuals, word-learning strategies, and science language supports teachers can use all year.
Ready to Support Your Science Teachers?
Let’s talk about PD that brings energy, support, and classroom-ready tools to your science team.
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