Solano County Office of Education - STEAM Professional Learning & Resources

STEAM Professional Learning & Resources

Teachers engaging in STEAM Professional Learning

STEAM Professional Learning Opportunities

Strengthening Mathematics through Collaborative Teams

Strengthening Mathematics through Collaborative Teams | Facilitated by Mona Toncheff

Solano County Office of Education invites mathematics teachers (Grades 4–12) and any leaders supporting mathematics instruction (teacher leaders, instructional coaches, TOSAs, and site & district administrators) to a FREE two-day series focused on building strong, results-driven collaborative teams to support continuous improvement in mathematics instructional practices and leadership. Grades 1-3 are welcome, but grant funding will not cover subs.

Dates: Tuesday, October 6, 2026 & Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Lunch is provided)
Location: Solano County Office of Education, 5100 Business Center Drive, Fairfield

Reimbursement for Teacher Substitute Costs: School Districts that have signed and completed the Cal-MSCS PL Grant* agreement with the Solano County Office of Education may be eligible for reimbursement of the costs of substitute teachers for 4th-12th grade teacher(s) that have successfully attended BOTH professional learning days. Spots are limited.

A copy of Activating the Vision: The Four Keys of Mathematical Leadership will be provided to participants that register by September 18th.

*This professional learning series is generously funded through the California Math, Science, and Computer Science (Cal-MSCS) Grant for educators and instructional leaders that support math, science, and computer instruction 4th-12th grade.

Register here.

Questions: Contact Steph Morgado
Program Manager, STEAM and Robotics, SMorgado@SolanoCOE.net

STEAM Network

STEAM Network

This STEAM-aligned network brings together educators, administrators, and community partners for collaboration, resource sharing, and key updates. Together, participants explore integrated STEAM practices designed to build equitable, thriving learning environments for all.

Audience

Educators teaching or supporting STEAM
TOSAs, Instructional Leaders
Site and District Administrators
Community Partners

Dates (from 3:45 pm - 4:45 pm):

Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Wednesday, April 14, 2027

Location: Virtual, Zoom

Strengthening Mathematics Through Equitable Access

Strengthening Mathematics through Equitable Access | Facilitated by Eddie Velez

Solano County Office of Education invites mathematics teachers (Grades 4–12) and any leaders supporting mathematics instruction (teacher leaders, instructional coaches, TOSAs, and site & district administrators) to a FREE two-day series focused on ensuring equitable access for students and support continuous improvement in mathematics instructional practices. Grades 1-3 are welcome, but grant funding will not cover subs.

SAVE THE DATES

Dates: Tuesday, March 2, 2027 & Tuesday, March 16, 2027

Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Lunch is provided)

Location: Solano County Office of Education, 5100 Business Center Drive, Fairfield

Reimbursement for Teacher Substitute Costs: School Districts that have signed and completed the Cal-MSCS SEED Grant* agreement with the Solano County Office of Education may be eligible for reimbursement of the costs of substitute teachers for 4th-12th grade teacher(s) that have successfully attended BOTH professional learning days. Spots are limited.

*This professional learning series is generously funded through the California Math, Science, and Computer Science (Cal-MSCS) SEED Grant for educators and instructional leaders that support math, science, and computer instruction 4th-12th grade.

Registration opens fall 2026.

Questions: Contact Steph Morgado

Program Manager, STEAM and Robotics, SMorgado@SolanoCOE.net

Science Fair Support

Science and Engineering Fair: Support for Teachers/Educators

For teachers or educators entering students as a class or large group to the 2027 Solano County Science and Engineering Fair, we’re here to make the process easier! We can help with project brainstorming, timelines, classroom-based fair planning, and managing submissions and waivers. If you need guidance, resources, or logistical support, please reach out to Steph Morgado at SMorgado@SolanoCOE.net.

Office Hours Virtual Support:

These informal monthly office hours are a flexible, zero-pressure space to ask questions, pitch ideas, clarify guidelines, and collaborate around best practices.

Kick Off: Wednesday, September 23, 3:30-5:00pm (drop-in for all or part of it to learn more)

Click here to see all the session dates and times, and to register.

STEM Shop Grant

STEM Shop Grant

The Solano County Office of Education has partnered with the Synopsis Outreach Foundation to offer a STEM Shop Event to provide new teachers in Solano County with classroom supplies to kick off the 2026-27 school year. The event is on Thursday, September 17, 2026 from 4:30-5:30pm.

Participating teachers will each receive classroom supplies to support STEM instruction (roughly worth $200), learn more about STEM Shop, and interact with STEM activities.

Event Registration: Spots are limited to the first 50 eligible teachers registered - register ASAP to secure your spot!

2026-27 Eligible Teachers: This grant supports newly credentialled TK-12 teachers and teachers working on their credential that are employed and teaching at a public Solano County school. Teachers must be teaching a Science, Technology, Engineering, and/or Math (STEM) course. Elementary teachers are eligible, as long as they also teach STEM within their class.

Year 1 Induction Candidates
Year 2 Induction Candidates
Intern Teachers
Long-Term Substitutes working towards a credential
Must be teaching a STEM course as part of their assignment
Elementary teachers that also teach any STEM subject in their classrooms

Event Information
Date: Thursday, September 17, 2026
Time: 4:30-5:30pm
Location: Solano County Office of Education, 5100 Business Center Drive, Fairfield

Contact:
Steph Morgado
Program Manager, STEAM and Robotics
SMorgado@SolanoCOE.net