The Glenn T. Seaborg Mathematics and Science Center provides professional development for K-12 educators in the Central U.P. and across the state. The Center works closely with the MiSTEM Network, the School of Education at NMU, regional Intermediate School Districts, and curriculum developers to provide the best, research-based professional learning opportunities for educators.
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Professional Learning Opportunities
Professional learning opportunities (*) are available either by a virtual platform and/or face-to-face contact.
Marquette-Alger RESA, with support from the Seaborg Math & Science Center, is hosting a collaborative network designed to connect science educators across the region. Together, we’ll share ideas, strengthen relationships, and engage in meaningful discussions about science teaching and learning. Through a mix of large and small group sessions, we aim to provide tailored support for different grade levels while building a supportive professional community. Substitute teacher costs are included for the first 30 educators.
- Day #1 - Thursday, October 23, 2025 - 8:30am to 3:30pm - Seaborg Center, Northern Michigan University
- Day #2 - Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - 8:30am to 3:30pm - Marquette-Alger RESA
- Day #3 - Wednesday, February 4, 2026 - 8:30am to 3:30pm - Marquette-Alger RESA
- Day #4 - Wednesday, April 29, 2026 - 8:30am to 3:30pm - Marquette-Alger RESA
Contact Chrissy Columb (ccolumb@maresa.org) or Renee Jewett (rkivioja@nmu.edu) with questions.
Marquette-Alger RESA, with support from the Seaborg Math & Science Center, is hosting a collaborative network designed to connect science educators across the region. Together, we’ll share ideas, strengthen relationships, and engage in meaningful discussions about science teaching and learning. Through a mix of large and small group sessions, we aim to provide tailored support for different grade levels while building a supportive professional community. Substitute teacher costs are included for the first 30 educators.
- Day #1 - Thursday, October 30, 2025 - 8:30am to 3:30pm - Seaborg Center, Northern Michigan University
- Day #2 - Wednesday, February 4, 2026 - 8:30am to 3:30pm - Marquette-Alger RESA
- Day #3 - Tuesday, April 28, 2026 - 8:30am to 3:30pm - Marquette-Alger RESA
Contact Erich Ziegler (eziegler@maresa.org) or Chris Standerford (cstander@nmu.edu) with questions.
In collaboration with InvestUP, MiWorks, and the local ISDs, the MiSTEM Network is thrilled to offer the Teacher Externship Program again for the summer of 2026! Join us for one or more exciting half-day field trips that will ignite your curiosity and show you how the content you teach comes to life in local industries. You'll gain fresh insights that will help your students see how their learning connects to real-world opportunities in their community. Plus, you'll get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at some of the most innovative technical industries in your own backyard! Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity!
Seats are limited. SCECHs are available.
Registration Coming Soon
Project Archaeology - 3 Day Teacher Workshop (3rd-8th grade)
Learn first-hand how to help students engage in inquiry-based learning through cross-curricular, student-centered lessons, place-based experiences, and meaningful interactions with Indigenous educators. The Project Archaeology: Investigating Shelter curriculum is aligned to 3-5th grade standards and helps educators expand and deepen social studies content for elementary and secondary students.
At this workshop participants will
- experience each lesson as a learner through modeled instruction
- gain new perspectives from Indigenous presenters
- analyze historic data related to authentic archaeological sites
- discover new ways to engage students at museums and archaeological sites
July 14, 15, & 16, 2026 - Seaborg Mathematics and Science Center, NMU
Cost: $60.00
Continuing Education credit available
Register Here - Deadline to register is June 1, 2026
Math Recovery Specialist, Part 1 (MRSp1) -
MRSp1 is a professional development course that builds a high level of expertise in Math Recovery content and pedagogy. MRSp1 includes the comprehensive, research-based Learning Framework in Number, offering detailed learning progressions and pedagogical tools for assessment and teaching. Part one of the two-part series focuses on the topics of addition and subtraction, structuring numbers, number word sequences, numeral identification, and conceptual place value.
Participants will engage in 100 hours of 1:1 and/or small group math intervention with students throughout the course and will receive one-on-one coaching sessions, access to online learning modules, virtual video share opportunities, and assessment and teaching materials to support this work. Upon completion of MRSp1, participants will be well prepared to implement targeted intervention and will be a valuable resource for supporting school or district-wide mathematics initiatives. SCECHs and graduate credit will be available.
Contact Renee Jewett (rkivioja@nmu.edu) if you are interested in MRSp1 Training.