A place for STE(A)M educators to find and share ideas, inspiration, and resources.

We believe that by leaning on each other, we can help push STE(A)M forward faster. Our community of educators is a space for learning, support, and inspiration.

WHAT’S HAPPENING NOW

  • We're Celebrating Our IMAX Film Partnership Launch

    This cinematic partnership explores cutting edge frontiers of biotechnology and health. The film, “Superhuman”, in partnership with MacGillivray Freeman + IMAX, was released in theaters April 12, 2024. We’ve released new spotlights from 4 featured scientists!

    View the Collection

  • Amgen Foundation Collection Launch

    The Amgen Foundation Collection features scientists and STEM professionals working across disciplines to pursue research and innovation in healthcare.

    View the collection

  • We’re Bringing the “I Am A Scientist” Print Shop In House

    Thanks to support from Reshma Kewalramani & Abhijit Kulkarni. Bringing a lot of our production in house will give us much more flexibility and freedom to reach teachers and students. This print shop will operate out of our Clubhouse in SF.

  • Vertex Cleared the List in 2023

    Vertex helped us “Clear the List” and provided over 10,000 posters to classrooms around the nation.

  • Inspiring the Next Generation of Biotech Professionals

    I Am A Scientist partnered with LabCentral Ignite in Boston, Massachusetts to amplify the stories and career pathways of biotech professionals from across backgrounds and experiences.

    Coming soon

Join the RISE

Community

Our recently launched RISE (Resources for Inclusive STEM Education) Community is a Facebook group and programming series for you to connect with other educators who are committed to our mission, share ideas and resources, participate in giveaways, and engage in ongoing programming designed specifically for this community.

OUR GROWING COMMUNITY

Our community of educators includes over 2000 teachers across 50 states.

WHAT HAPPENS IN RISE:

  • Early Access

    TO OUR NEWEST RESOURCES

    RISE is the first to know about new resources and get access to them.

    Join RISE

  • Special Events

    PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES

    We often host events with special guests that work in the space of making STE(A)M more accessible and inclusive.

    See previous event examples

  • Exclusive Giveaways

    COURTESY OF OUR SPONSORS

    Sometimes our sponsors help us to clear the list, meaning educators across the nation can request a donated poster set for their classrooms.

    Sign up for the waitlist

  • Community Invitations

    TO HELP SHAPE THE PROGRAM

    Our program is crafted based on your feedback. We sometimes host open feedback and workshopping sessions to help shape our program.

    Join RISE

PREVIOUS RISE EVENTS:

RISE Events
How Can We Become Advocates Against Coded Bias?
How Can We Become Advocates Against Coded Bias?

In this discussion, RISE Community Members discuss the documentary Coded Bias. How can we be our own advocates against coded bias? How can we teach our students about these hidden biases and how to protect themselves in the event they become victim of it?

Using the Power of Robots to Make STEAM more Accessible
Using the Power of Robots to Make STEAM more Accessible

This conversation with STEM educators Danielle Boyer and Shawn Ray is a great resource for Computer Science and Technology teachers, or anyone looking for inexpensive and creative ways to engage your students’ minds and imagination!

Teaching Leadership in STEM with Dr. Crystal Dilworth
Teaching Leadership in STEM with Dr. Crystal Dilworth

This conversation with science communicator and TV host Dr. Crystal Dilworth is the start of a program that will work to incorporate leadership skills in STEM education. We discuss the importance of teaching collaboration, communication, leadership styles and self-regulation in the classroom.

AMBASSADORS

Educator Ambassadors

Help increase the visibility of I Am A Scientist as an Educator Ambassador.

I Am A Scientist thrives because of the educators that make up our community and bring our resources to life.

Our Educator Ambassador program is designed to build meaningful relationships with the educators we serve and help increase the visibility of I Am A Scientist within teaching communities. Educator Ambassadors apply and are chosen as exemplary educators responsible for doing things like helping moderate our social media, co-host professional development events, and amplify our resources. 

buildING meaningful relationships

Frequently Asked Questions

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How do I become an ambassador?

Fill out our interest form!

We look for new ambassadors at the start of each year. We request that you fill out an ‘Interest Form’ that gives us details like where and what you teach, your experience assisting with events or social media, and how you use the I Am A Scientist program in your classroom. The interest form will be put out on RISE, our newsletter, and on social media. Stay tuned!

Are there other ways for teachers to get involved?

Absolutely!

By being a member of our RISE community, following us on social media, or subscribing to our newsletter, we will share ways to be involved with the program depending on our needs.

I have an idea, how can I share it?

Get in touch.

Feel free to reach out to us through Facebook RISE, DM us on social media, or reach out directly by email at iaas@theplenary.co.

SUGGESTION BOX

We invite you to submit your ideas or feedback for the Educator Ambassdor program.

We value every suggestion and will take them into consideration. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback or ideas!

#IAMASCIENTIST

Share how the resources are used in your classroom!

Tag #IAmAScientist and @IAmASTEM so we can cheer you and your classroom on!

Social Media

Highlights

We love seeing all the ways that our educators are getting creative with the materials and putting their resources to use. Thank you for sharing your experience and stories with us!

If you’ve got photos or videos to share we would love to see them! You can tag us on all socials at @IAmASTEM or #IAmASTEM.

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  • WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

    “Learning about these diverse and lesser-known scientists was meaningful because it showed the more human side of science. It was comforting to see that not all of them had always known that they wanted to be a scientist."

    STUDENT FROM UMA MAHAJAN’S high school biology and honors chemistry classroom, NORTH CAROLINA

  • WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

    “Students are looking at @IAmASTEM to see the diversity within science! It’s so great to hear “I like doing those things too!” when they’re looking at what the scientists like to do in their free time!”

    Katlynn Templeton, Liberty Memorial Central Middle School, Kansas

  • WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

    “Our work is only possible because of groups like you - your resources are truly amazing! You’ve given the next generation of scientists so many inspiring role models to learn about. We can only hope there are even more profiles to be shared sometime in the future. THANK YOU!!”

    Kelley Gorman, Middle School Science Teacher, Alexandria, Virginia

more

organizations

to know & follow

  • Bat Conservation International

    NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION

    Bat Conservation International is an international nongovernmental organization working to conserve bats and their habitats through conservation, education, and research efforts

    WEBSITE →

    LINKEDIN →

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  • LabXchange

    GLOBAL SCIENCE CLASSROOM

    LabXchange is sponsored by the Amgen Foundation, which seeks to advance excellence in science education to inspire the next generation of innovators.

    WEBSITE →

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  • Sustainable Ocean Alliance

    NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION

    Sustainable Ocean Alliance (SOA) develops leaders, cultivates ideas, and accelerates solutions to the biggest problems facing our ocean.

    WEBSITE →

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  • IF/THEN

    CHARITABLE GIVING FOUNDATION

    Rooted in a firm belief that there is no better time to highlight positive and successful female role models, IF/THEN is designed to activate a culture shift among young girls to open their eyes to STEM careers.

    WEBSITE →

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  • Open P-TECH

    ONLINE LEARNING PLATFORM

    Open P-TECH is a digital learning platform and it is available to anyone. P-TECH is an education model for the brick and mortar schools across the world. In a P-TECH school, students earn a high school diploma, an industry-recognized associate degree, and gain relevant work experience in a growing field.

    WEBSITE →

  • STEP UP

    ONLINE COMMUNITY

    Created by the American Physical Society, STEP UP designs high school physics lessons to support teachers, create cultural change, and inspire young women to pursue physics in college. We partnered with their team to create I Am a Scientist resources.

    WEBSITE →

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  • HILT

    UNIVERSITY INITIATIVE

    Harvard Initiative for Learning & Teaching (HILT)’s mission is to catalyze innovation and excellence in learning and teaching at Harvard. They facilitate significant, high-quality research on learning and teaching used by Harvard instructors, students, and beyond.

    WEBSITE →

    TWITTER →

    INSTAGRAM →