Innovate, Inspire, Impact:
STEM Teaching Summit

The Innovate, Inspire, Impact: STEM Teaching Summit – themed STEM Forward: Impacting Futures Through Innovation – is a two-day professional development experience for K–12 educators. Participants gain hands-on strategies, technology tools, and real-world applications to bring STEM learning to life.

Attendees will also hear from engaging keynote speakers and the Voices from the Field panel, where passionate educators share their experiences, insights, and impact in the classroom.

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Innovate, Inspire, Impact: STEM Teaching Summit

The summit features inspiring keynote speakers and the Voices from the Field panel, where passionate educators share their classroom insights and impact.

Registration Fee: $60 (non-refundable): Includes light breakfast and lunch for both days, on-site, complimentary parking, access to all breakout sessions, Voices from the Field panel, educator resources, and a certificate for PD & GT hours.

Early registration 10% off now through February 1st.

$3.00 processing fee applies at checkout.

Dates and Time

June 23-24, 2026
Tuesday - Wednesday
8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Rice University BioScience Research Collaborative

This event will take place in person at Rice University.

Register now

Admission ticket includes:

- Breakfast and lunch for both days
- On-site, complimentary parking
- Access to all breakout sessions and resources
- Access to the Voices from the Field panel
- Access to the sponsor showcase in the event hall
- A certificate for PD & GT hours.

Event Highlights
- Engage in innovative STEM breakout sessions- multiple to choose from
- Resources for designing impactful, student-centered lessons
- Networking opportunities with Greater Houston area educators
- Connect with leading STEM organizations through our Sponsor Showcase

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Important Travel and Lodging Information

Please note that lodging availability throughout the Greater Houston metropolitan area will be significantly reduced due to the FIFA World Cup taking place during the same period as this event. Accommodations may fill quickly, and rates may be higher than usual.

We strongly recommend that attendees make travel and lodging arrangements as early as possible to ensure suitable accommodations. If you require guidance or additional support in identifying nearby options, our team is available to assist.

Tentative Schedule

Two-Day Schedule

Time	Day 1: Tuesday, June 23	Day 2: Wednesday, June 24
8:30 am - 9:00 am	Registration & Networking	Registration & Networking
9:00 am - 9:15 am	Welcome & Introductions	Welcome
9:15 am - 9:45 am	Keynote Speaker	Keynote Speaker
9:45 am - 10:15 am	Sponsor Showcase	Sponsor Showcase
10:15 am - 11:15 am	Morning Breakout Sessions	Morning Breakout Sessions
11:15 am - 12:15 pm	Lunch & Sponsor Showcase	Lunch, Sponsor Showcase & "Voices of the Field" Panel Discussion
12:15 pm - 1:15 pm	Afternoon Breakout Sessions	Afternoon Breakout Sessions
1:15 pm - 1:30 pm	Transition Break	Transition Break
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm	Afternoon Breakout Sessions	Afternoon Breakout Sessions
2:30 pm - 2:40 pm	Transition Break	Transition Break
2:40 pm - 3:00 pm	Closing Remarks & Wrap-Up	Closing Remarks & Wrap-Up

Guest Speakers

Breakout Sessions

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Flyer

Click here to view and download a PDF of the flyer.

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Present at the i3 STEM Summit!

We’re inviting passionate STEM educators to present at the 2026 Innovate, Inspire, Impact: STEM Teaching Summit at Rice University, June 23–24, 2026. This year’s theme, “STEM Forward: Impacting Futures Through Innovation,” celebrates creativity and collaboration in education.

Share your expertise in areas like science, math, technology, engineering, AI, bilingual advocacy, or pedagogy through a 60-minute session designed to inspire and empower fellow educators.

Proposal submissions due March 16, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. CDT.
Accepted presenters receive a discounted registration fee of $25 for the two-day summit.

Thank you to our Sponsors!

Partners

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Interested in becoming a Sponsor?

Support the 2026 Innovate, Inspire, Impact: STEM Teaching Summit at Rice University, June 23–24, 2026 (Tuesday - Wednesday). This year’s theme, STEM Forward: Impacting Futures Through Innovation, celebrates creativity, collaboration, and excellence in K–12 STEM education.

By sponsoring, your organization can showcase its commitment to advancing STEM learning, connect with passionate educators and instructional leaders, and help bring hands-on, innovative experiences to life.

Join us in inspiring the next generation of STEM learners while gaining visibility among education professionals and leaders.

Interested in becoming a sponsor? Click the button below to get started, and a member of the Summit committee will be in contact with you.

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Innovate, Inspire, Impact: STEM Teaching Summit Administration

If you have any questions about the Innovate, Inspire, Impact: STEM Teaching Summit, contact the conference Chair.

Jessica Robicheaux
Assistant Director for Educational Leadership and STEM Initiatives
i3 STEM Summit Conference Chair
713-348-36274 | jr102@rice.edu

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