About CBC: Microelectronics for Teachers:
CBC: Microelectronics for Teachers is a free, year-long professional development program designed to equip secondary science teachers with the knowledge and skills to bring microelectronics into their classrooms. Participants will engage in hands-on training, explore semiconductor technology, and gain access to Rice University’s clean room and the Shared Equipment Authority (SEA). By integrating these experiences into their teaching, educators will inspire the next generation of STEM innovators.
The program begins with an 8-day immersive summer workshop, followed by two academic-year meetings to reinforce learning and implementation. Teachers will gain expertise in circuit design, semiconductor properties, and cleanroom safety while also developing inquiry-based pedagogy to enhance student engagement. Participants receive a stipend, certification, and ongoing mentorship as they bring cutting-edge STEM applications into their classrooms.
Summer 2025 CBC: Microelectronics for Teachers Program*
Program dates and other program expectations are listed below.
The deadline is April 29, 2025. All forms are due by this date.
*This program is contingent on funding.
- Dates and Times
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Summer 2025 Dates: June 23 - July 3, 2025
Academic Year ‘25-’26 Dates: TBD - Application
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In addition to the online application, applicants are required to submit a signed Participant Agreement Letter (PAL). If you are unable to upload these documents to your application, you can email them to stem@rice.edu.
Space is very limited and subject to funding availability, therefore, completing the application process does NOT guarantee placement in the program. Please make sure these dates work for you! Due to funding restrictions, all applicants must be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, or permanent resident to apply.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or permanent resident.
- Must be a science teacher (biology, physics, aquatics, etc.) for grades 9-12.
- Must teach in a high-needs school district or teach at a priority district, see below.
- Must hold a valid teaching certificate.
- Must commit to a one-year program, including:
- Two-week (8 days) summer institute from June 23 - July 3, 2025.
- Two additional days of training during the 2025-2026 academic year.
Application Requirements:
- Personal Statement (½ page):
- Interest in teaching microelectronics.
- Commitment to completing the program.
- Dedication to math or science teaching.
- How the program will enhance student achievement.
- Signed Principal-Participant Agreement Letter (PPAL).
- Signed commitment to implement a microelectronics lesson in 2025-2026.
Priority Consideration Given To:
- Teachers with over five years of experience.
- Participants of the R-STEM Applied Mathematics Program (AMP).
- Houston ISD
- Galena Park ISD
- Aldine ISD
- Alief ISD
- Spring Branch ISD
- Benefits & Expectations
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Program Benefits:
- Professional development at the Rice University campus in microelectronics, Arduino kits, leadership, and inquiry-based pedagogy.
- Educator Certification showing 52 hours of professional development from the Rice Office of STEM Engagement.
- Lunch and parking are provided for each day in the summer.
- $1,820 stipend provided to each participant upon completion of the program and its requirements.
- Free microelectronics classroom kits with all the components needed for classroom lessons.
- Access to a professional learning community of STEM professionals and educators.
- Ongoing mentoring and coaching from Rice University faculty and staff.
- Free Arduino classroom kits
- Program Flyer
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To view and download the CBC: Microelectronics for Teachers program flyer click here.
CBC: Microelectronics for Teachers Administration
If you have any questions about CBC: Microelectronics for Teachers, you can contact the below program lead.
Roger Ramirez
Associate Director for Mathematics and Engineering Education
713-348-8218 | rr44@rice.edu
*Program times, dates, locations, and compensation subject to change before the first day of the program.
**Must be a U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident to apply.