Inspired by Jasmine Warga’s A Rover’s Story, this workshop, led by our expert facilitator Michael Griffith, will immerse you in the world of Edison robots and their coding platforms: EdBlocks, EdScratch, and EdPy.
Over three days, you’ll engineer solutions to challenges inspired by the book and develop practical skills to bring the excitement of robotics to your classroom.
**What’s Included:
- Hands-on training with Edison robots
- Exploration of coding platforms (EdBlocks, EdScratch, EdPy)
- Engaging activities and challenges aligned with A Rover’s Story
- A comprehensive STEMAZing kit to kickstart your classroom robotics program
**Why Attend?
- Learn from experienced educators and robotics enthusiasts
- Network with fellow teachers passionate about STEM
- Gain practical tools and resources to enhance your teaching
- Inspire and engage your students with interactive, hands-on learning
Spaces are limited, so register now to secure your spot and take your STEM teaching to the next level!
Teachers will receive a STEMAZing kit with 10 v3 Edison robots, 2 EdMats, 2 Edgrids, 2 EdCreate kits, chargers and more. Everything you need to establish a small army of programmable robots will be included in the STEMAZing kit valued at more than $450.
Audience: 3rd-12th Grade Teachers from Southern Arizona **To maximize the impact of this workshop, only educators who work directly with students will be allowed to register and receive a kit. Please contact Amanda McPherson: amanda.mcpherson@pima.gov if you like to attend but are in an administrative role.
Facilitators: Michael Griffith – STEMAZing Robot General
Location: Pima County Superintendent’s Office, 200 N. Stone Ave
Cost: $75 for three days of world-class professional development AND a STEMAZing Kit valued at more than $450. Breakfast + Lunch included.
Scholarships are available!
Daily Schedule
9:00 am – Check-in and Breakfast (provided)
9:30 am – Morning Session
12:00 pm – Lunch (provided)
12:30 pm – Afternoon STEMAZing Session
3:30 pm – End of Day
Special thanks to the 2026 STEMAZing Institute title sponsor, Tucson Electric Power! The generous STEMAZing Kits of equipment and supplies teachers receive would not be possible without their continued support.
Tucson Values Teachers is providing limited scholarships for educators to attend PD opportunities, if you are interested, click here for more information
- For questions regarding this resource, please contact The STEMAZing Project.
- Contact Name: Amanda McPherson
- Phone No: 5207248395
- Email Address: amanda.mcpherson@pima.gov