Dayton Regional Hub-Deep Dive into STEM & STEAM Designation

About this event

Ready to take the next step toward official Ohio STEM or STEAM Designation? Join DO STEM & OSLN for an interactive, full-day regional workshop designed to guide your school through the designation pathway.

Whether your school is exploring designation for the first time or actively preparing an application, this hands-on session will help your team unpack the Ohio STEM and STEAM Designation Rubric, map evidence, and learn directly from leaders of currently designated regional schools. Hosted at the state-of-the-art Digital Transformation Center (DTC), this event provides the clarity, resources, and mentorship needed to elevate your school’s STEM culture and transdisciplinary practices.

Event Details

• Date & Time: November 16th | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

• Location: Digital Transformation Center (DTC), Floor 2 | 1520 S. Main Street, Dayton, OH 45409

• Cost: Free

• Amenities: Complimentary Lunch Provided & Free On-Site Parking

What You Will Gain

• Rubric Clarity: Unpack state designation expectations and rubric metrics step-by-step alongside regional facilitators.

• Peer Mentorship: Connect in small group circles with leaders from currently designated STEM/STEAM schools to discuss real-world strategies and best practices.

• Dedicated Application Time: Work with your team to draft application components, map evidence, and build an internal action plan.

• DTC Facility Overview & Tour: Explore the Digital Transformation Center and discover regional workforce alignment opportunities for your students.

Who Should Register?

• K-12 Building Administrators and Principals

• Curriculum Directors and Instructional Coaches

• Teacher-Leaders and STEM/STEAM Champions

(Note: School teams of 2–3 administrators and educators are strongly encouraged to register together to maximize collaborative planning time.)

From Jessica Short