October 25, 2025, 8:30 am - 2:00 pm
TGR Learning Lab 7401 Lansdowne Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19151
This event is FREE and open to all K-16 teachers, out-of-school-time educators, university faculty, administrators, high school students, and college students! Registration is required. Teachers will receive Act 48 credits.
Philadelphia Regional Institute for STEM Educators (PRISE) at Saint Joseph’s University sponsors this fall event annually. PRISE invites high school/college students who are interested in STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) education as well as STEM educators and stakeholders to participate, learn and make new connections at the newly built TGR Learning Lab.
The event will feature a keynote speaker, STEM workshops, resources tables by educational partners, student panel discussion, and networking opportunities with STEM education and community organizations.
To propose a 50 min. presentation, please submit a workshop proposal. $150 honorarium. The deadline is 10/3.
To reserve a resource table, please submit a tabling request. The deadline is 10/6.
If you'd like to volunteer at the conference or have any questions, please email Michele at mporter@sju.edu.
About PRISE
PRISE is dedicated to the recruitment, retention and ongoing development of diverse and highly effective teachers. PRISE believes that STEM education is a social justice endeavor–with equitable access to high-quality STEM instruction, all students in the Philadelphia region can become successful STEM learners. PRISE believes that high-quality STEM instruction depends on a well-prepared STEM teacher workforce. Learn more about PRISE!
This program is part of Philadelphia STEM Equity Week. PRISE is proud to partner with the Philadelphia STEM Equity Collective (PSEC), which aims to unite educators, students, professionals, community leaders, and families in addressing systemic barriers and promoting equitable access to STEM fields and showcasing the vibrant STEM programs Philadelphia has to offer.
