Community Activities
Community Activities
Providers of STEM learning experiences for K-12 students, educators and parents, college students, and life-long learners of all ages in MetroWest and across the Commonwealth are welcome to share their events and activities on the MSEN website and email digest.
To do so, you may email the information asked in this PDF form to stemnet@framingham.edu, and we will list your event on this Community Activities page, in the MSEN Bi-Weekly Digest, and on our social media accounts.
MetroWest Community Activities
August
This online course explores best practices for creating inclusive STEM learning environments, addressing elements of high-quality teaching across various educational settings to support students’ diverse needs.
For more information, visit: https://www.wpi.edu/sites/default/files/2025-03/Classroom-Climate-2025.pdf
DESE is currently accepting applications on a rolling basis for this train-the-trainer session. WPI STEM Education Center partnered with DESE to develop the initial training, and we are happy to continue supporting this impactful work.
For more information, visit: https://www.doe.mass.edu/stem/ste/spa-ambassador.html?utm_source=DA-Commissioner%27s+Weekly+Update&utm_campaign=efafc7df6e-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2025_03_17_07_39&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_-efafc7df6e-44062838
Join the McAuliffe Center for Summer Planetarium Programs. Programs feature live presentations of current astronomy topics paired with planetarium film Big Astronomy. Program runtime is 60-75 minutes. Recommended for families and all ages. Tickets are required. All programs are open seating.
For more information, visit: https://cm-center.org/event/august12film
Explore the connection between birds and environmental change with Manomet scientists. Participate in hands-on research at Manomet’s living laboratory, including a bird banding experience to collect valuable migration data. Learn about the breeding and nesting habits of Massachusetts shorebirds and gain lesson plans, bird monitoring projects, and strategies for Phenomena-Based Learning that align with the MA Science and Technology/Engineering Framework.
For more information, visit: https://wadeinstituteforscienceeducation.wufoo.com/forms/z1t5jg5h1nopgvd/
Join the McAuliffe Center for Summer Planetarium Programs. Programs feature live presentations of current astronomy topics paired with planetarium film Mars: The Ultimate Voyage. Program runtime is 60-75 minutes. Recommended for families and all ages. Tickets are required.All programs are open seating.
For more information, visit: https://cm-center.org/event/august19film
Seeds of STEM is a research-based PK-K curriculum that guides children in solving science-related problems, integrating math, ELA, and social-emotional connections. The curriculum is aligned with PK-K science and engineering standards. The info session will: Cover all free curricular resources, Model one of the curriculum’s 8 units, Share information about the fall training.
For more information, visit: https://wpi.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_beYVTRqi9nqzjzT
Jumpstart your school year with hands-on engineering! In this energetic, interactive webinar, you’ll design a model bench, explore YES’s “What is Engineering?” lesson from K-8 units, and discover how these short, easy, and engaging challenges foster student creativity, teamwork, and problem solving from day one. Perfect for any educator ready to bring STEM to life!
For more information, visit: https://yes.mos.org/professional-learning/webinars-workshops/
Join the McAuliffe Center for Summer Planetarium Programs. Programs feature live presentations of current astronomy topics paired with planetarium film In Saturn’s Rings. Program runtime is 60-75 minutes. Recommended for families and all ages. Tickets are required. All programs are open seating.
For more information, visit: https://cm-center.org/event/august29film
September
Participants of all ages are welcome!
Use telescopes to observe the Moon! 🌙 McAuliffe Center staff are available to answer your questions about telescopes and our Universe. FREE - no registration required.
For more information, visit: https://cm-center.org/event/sep29stargazing
October
We’re thrilled to announce that registration is now open for the 2025 Massachusetts Teacher STEM Fair at Gillette Stadium! Join us for a hands-on, high-energy day designed just for K–12 educators across Massachusetts. Explore interactive STEM resources, connect with inspiring organizations, and walk away with ideas you can use right away in your classroom. Free to attend, free giveaways & resources and open to all MA educators.
For more information, visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdm6qcqTFEeV20MyBtbOSRtzZ2yGBkm7wcGyjURUc181Xk1uw/viewform
Participants of all ages are welcome!
Use telescopes to observe the Moon and Saturn! 🪐 McAuliffe Center staff are available to answer your questions about telescopes and our Universe. FREE - no registration required.
For more information, visit: https://cm-center.org/event/oct28stargazing
November
MEES Invites you to a free EE Practitioner gathering funded by a generous grant from the North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE). The purpose of these gatherings is to come together with others who work in careers connected to environmental teaching and learning to build community, learn from one another, and rekindle our nature-based joy together. Co-host: North Shore Nature Programs. Camp Denison in Georgetown, MA
For more information, visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScPPyRS0Wn0acyjCKeDHqRRp8b9enRWMDqdiesp4HKHtoqJ2A/viewform
Participants of all ages are welcome!
Use telescopes to observe the Moon and Saturn! 🪐 McAuliffe Center staff are available to answer your questions about telescopes and our Universe. FREE - no registration required.
For more information, visit: https://cm-center.org/event/nov25stargazing