Cultivating Curiosity

Year-round
In-person & virtual events
Educator professional development

Cultivating Curiosity is an ongoing series of trainings and workshops geared towards educator professional development.

Educators can receive continuing education hours through professional development

Many SARSEF professional development sessions offer the opportunity to gain continuing education hours in relevant topics in science and engineering education, often at no cost.

Help make science and engineering accessible to all students

SARSEF offers professional development workshops with thought-provoking hands-on activities, lesson design, and resources. With new skills, educators can help make STEM accessible to all children inside and outside the classroom.

Sessions provided in the past include…

Ready for Research: Implementing Authentic Research in the Classroom
Data Literacy in the 21st Century
Our Place Under the Stars: Place-Based Learning in the Arizona Classroom
Mentorship and Community Support in Student Research
Student-Centered STEM Exploration: Noticing and Wondering in Their Worlds

375 educators attended a professional development session with SARSEF in 2025-2026

25 unique sessions held by SARSEF for educators in 2025-2026

Teachers say, “My experience with SARSEF has strengthened my commitment to expanding access to STEM opportunities and inspiring students to pursue lifelong learning in science, technology, and beyond.”