Join scientists and education specialists from the Planetary Science Institute for a three-day exploration of the Solar System and our connection to it! Engage in hands-on standards aligned activities to deepen your own knowledge and build new ideas for your classroom.
Topics will include classification, understanding planets, moons, asteroids, and comets. Activities will also integrate literature and art. All participants will leave with all activity guides and materials for implementation.
Dr. Buxner is a local author who is employed at the Planetary Science Institute. T ogether with Dr. Lebofsky, an active scientist and space educator, you will receive a STEMAZing kit worth $350 that includes all of the materials for you to teach all of the lessons!
Audience: PreK-5th Grade Teachers from Southern Arizona **In order 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 would like to attend but are in an administrative role.
Facilitators: Sanlyn Buxner & Larry Lebofsky from the University of Arizona and the Planetary Science Institute.
Location: Planetary Science Institute, 1700 E Fort Lowell Rd Ste 106, Tucson 85719
Cost: $75 for three days of world-class professional development AND a STEMAZing Kit valued at more than $350. Breakfast + Lunch included
Scholarships are available.
Special thanks to the 2026 STEMAZing Institute title sponsor, Tucson Electric Power and the Planetary Science Institute! 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