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Dear CalTeach Community, Only 5 hours remain in Big Give 2025! There's still time to make a difference for the next generation of STEM educators. With Big Give, your support is more impactful than ever. Help us finish strong and ensure CalTeach can continue preparing diverse, qualified STEM teachers for the communities that need them most. Thank you for considering a gift in these final hours. Together, we're building a brighter future for STEM education! Link to donate: https://lnkd.in/g4h_sbHH

UC Berkeley's 2025 Big Give has gone live! Donations will be open for 24 hours starting now. As Big Give 2025 is now underway, we invite you to consider supporting the UC Berkeley CalTeach program. Your contribution directly impacts our ability to provide undergraduate STEM majors with valuable teaching experiences, mentorship, and pathways to careers in education. Donate Here: https://lnkd.in/g4h_sbHH?

Dear CalTeach Community, UC Berkeley's Big Give is almost here! This annual 24-hour fundraising marathon begins on March 12 at 9 PM and unites our entire campus community in a wave of generosity. The Big Give allows us to directly support vital programs that make CalTeach Berkeley special. As you know, CalTeach is dedicated to helping undergraduate majors develop a deep understanding of STEM teaching and learning, with coursework focusing on STEM pedagogy, educational theory, and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion2. Your contribution, no matter the size, will help ensure we can continue to provide quality programming, scholarships, and support for future STEM educators. The funds raised during Big Give enable us to maintain and enhance our efforts to prepare talented STEM students to become exceptional K-12 teachers3. If you value the work we do in STEM education and want to support the next generation of science and math teachers, please consider donating during this year's Big Give. Your generosity will have a lasting impact on our program and the students we serve. https://lnkd.in/g4h_sbHH Thank you for being part of our CalTeach community!

Hi all, ? I'm excited to share more information about A Spanish Language event, "Cómo las mejoras en el mapeo de inundaciones pueden salvar vidas y recursos" https://lnkd.in/gt9kCrPa" (How improvements in flood mapping can save lives and resources), featuring Prof. Cynthia Gerlein-Safdi, on Tuesday, February 25 at 5:30 PM at the Oakland Public Library: César E. Chavez Branch <https://lnkd.in/gNg9ZHBm>! ? As a reminder, Caminos de la Ciencia now includes hands-on activities developed by the speaker and the Lawrence Hall of Science. *We especially encourage families, students, and friends of all ages to attend! *And remember, refreshments (chips and guac!) will be provided. ??

THIS Friday, November 22 - MTPD on Advocacy & Community Centered STEM Education with Mariam Manuel Advocacy and Community-Centered STEM Education Mariam Manuel?teachHOUSTON THIS Friday, November 22 from 1-2 pm CT Register and access the Zoom link on USEA Connect under “Events”.? Zoom link:?https://lnkd.in/gfwBDg42 ? In this MTPD, we’ll explore the intersection of advocacy and community-centered STEM education. I’ll share insights from my NSF-funded projects, which focus on creating pathways for underrepresented students through partnerships with local organizations and community stakeholders. We’ll discuss strategies for fostering culturally responsive teaching, building inclusive learning environments, and advocating for equity in STEM fields. Whether you're just beginning to integrate community partnerships into your work or looking to strengthen existing relationships, this session offers actionable takeaways to support diverse learners and strengthen community bonds in STEM education. ? How to Join USEA Connect 1. Visit USEA Connect (https://lnkd.in/ggRD8Qmi) 2. Click on the "Join" button. 3. Follow the simple registration process. 4. Go to the events page to sign up for any of the events below and get the Zoom link. If you have any questions or need assistance with USEA Connect, please don't hesitate to reach out to Ashlee at?[email protected]

Two opportunities for this upcoming Thursday, November 14th!! Good Boys, Bad Hombres: The Racial Politics of Mentoring Latino Boys in Schools Register here: https://lnkd.in/eD6zk-7X Knowles Academy Free 90-minute workshop: AI Essentials for Educators Find more info here: https://lnkd.in/eyYc7dWA

Amazing opportunity this upcoming Saturday, Nov 9 from UTeach Dallas: UTeach Dallas Alumnus Emma Devine sharing?Real Science, Real Learning: PD That Transforms Teaching. Grab your coffee or favorite morning beverage and join amazing UTeach Alumni speaker on how to have PD experiences that keep you connected to the science you love. She will share from her time as a McDonald Observatory Fellow to the Center for Disease Control.?Real Science, Real Learning: PD That Transforms Teaching!?We’re excited to see you this Saturday from 10-11 a.m. Central (8-9 a.m. Pacific, 12-1 p.m. Eastern). RSVP in USEA Connect event or submit this quick form:?https://lnkd.in/eVzTEQ-i

Congratulations to all our Summer Research Institute students on completing their research projects and presenting at our summer poster session. Your dedication and hard work over the past few weeks have been inspiring. We look forward to seeing how you continue to contribute to the field and advance your academic and professional journeys. Well done!

Hello everyone! This semester CalTeach held its annual Spring Reception for graduating minor and credential students. We are immensely grateful to all who attended the CalTeach Spring Reception! Your support and engagement made the event truly exceptional. The student’s dedication to excellence in education is not only commendable but also deeply inspiring. ? Together, they are shaping the future of teaching and learning, and their contributions are invaluable to this mission. ?? We thank our students for being part of the CalTeach community and for their unwavering commitment to educational excellence! ?? A BIG thank you to everyone in the CalTeach team for making this an amazing event to remember! #CalTeach #EducationLeadership #Gratitude