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# Western UP STEM

The Western UP Leader in STEM

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- [September 2025](https://www.wupstem.org/2025/09/15/september-2025/) - September 2025 WUP MiSTEM Updates
- [April 2025](https://www.wupstem.org/2025/04/08/april-2025/) - April 2025_WUP MiSTEM Updates
- [March 2025](https://www.wupstem.org/2025/03/04/march-2025/) - March 2025 WUP MiSTEM Updates
- [February 2025](https://www.wupstem.org/2025/02/11/february-2025/) - February 2025 WUP MiSTEM Updates
- [REGISTRATION for InventCon 2025](https://www.wupstem.org/2025/01/06/registration-for-inventcon-2025/) - InventCon 2025 Project Registration Form Registration closes on February 28, 2025
- [January 2025](https://www.wupstem.org/2025/01/07/january-2025/) - January 2025_WUP MiSTEM Updates
- [December 2024](https://www.wupstem.org/2024/12/04/december-2024/) - December 2024 WUP MiSTEM Updates
- [Save the Date_March 15, 2025](https://www.wupstem.org/2024/11/20/save-the-date_march-15-2025/)
- [November 2024](https://www.wupstem.org/2024/11/08/november-2024/) - WUP MiSTEM Updates_November 2024
- [October 2024](https://www.wupstem.org/2024/10/10/october-2024/) - October 2024_WUP MiSTEM Updates
- [September 2024](https://www.wupstem.org/2024/09/12/september-2024/) - September 2024_WUP MiSTEM Updates
- [June 2024](https://www.wupstem.org/2024/06/17/june-2024/) - June 2024_WUP MiSTEM Updates
- [May 2024](https://www.wupstem.org/2024/05/06/may-2024/) - May 2024_WUP MiSTEM Updates
- [April 2024](https://www.wupstem.org/2024/05/06/april-2024/) - April 2024_WUP MiSTEM Updates
- [March 2024](https://www.wupstem.org/2024/03/12/march-2024/) - March 2024_Western U.P. MiSTEM Updates
- [February 2024](https://www.wupstem.org/2024/02/20/february-2024/) - February 2024_WUP MiSTEM Updates Copper Country Intermediate School District and Gogebic-Ontonagon Intermediate School District Updates.
- [January 2024](https://www.wupstem.org/2024/02/01/january-2024/) - January 2024_WUP MiSTEM Updates January 2024_WUP MiSTEM Updates Copper Country Intermediate School District and Gogebic-Ontonagon Intermediate School District Updates.
- [LSSI Mini Grants (Up to $1,000)](https://www.wupstem.org/2023/09/06/lssi-mini-grants-up-to-1000/) - 3P-based projects can be implemented in the classroom with Mini Grants that are offered by LSSI and WUP MiSTEM.
- [3P Playbook Grants (Up to $20,000)](https://www.wupstem.org/2023/09/06/3p-playbook-grants-up-to-20000/) - The MiSTEM Network offers Playbook Grants for up to $20,000 for schools and districts. WUP MiSTEM will host Grant writing workshops for those interested in applying. The grant cycle typically begins in April.
- [SCRIPTs Workshops](https://www.wupstem.org/2023/09/06/scripts-workshops/) - We've partnered with REMC1 and MDE, SCRIPT Cohorts work together to create methods for implementing computer science standards into pre-existing curriculum. Cohort 3 will begin on October 4th and Cohorts 1 and 2 will begin meeting this year on October 25th.
- [3P Pedagogical Conferences](https://www.wupstem.org/2023/09/06/3p-pedagogical-conferences/) - WUP MiSTEM is funding conference registration and other fees, travel, substitute stipends, and participation stipends for WUP Educators to attend the Michigan Alliance for Environmental and Outdoor Education (MAEOE) 2023 Conference on Sept. 29-October 1.
- [Solid Start Workshop/PLC](https://www.wupstem.org/2023/09/06/solid-start-workshop-plc/) - Literacy Coaches, Kristin Kariainen, Shelly Trier, Sara Sivula, and Ashley Karkkainen took OER SOLID Start Curriculum from MSU and transformed it into practical content for K-2 grade instructors! SOLID stands for Science, Oral Language, and Literacy Development. SOLID Start is a 3P method to integrate Science at early in child development.
- [STEM & Family Event - Promise Neighborhoods Program](https://www.wupstem.org/2023/09/06/stem-family-event-promise-neighborhoods-program/) - Join us for an evening of STEM, family, and community in Baraga County. The KBIC—Promise Neighborhoods Program team and WUP MiSTEM have planned an evening with STEM Activities (K-12), a Design Competition, Informal Meet and Greets with STEM Educators, FIRST Robotics demonstrations, free food, and volunteers from regional businesses. The event will promote students to think creatively, collaborate, solve problems, and learn about what the community has to offer.
- [Book Study: 5 Practices for Orchestrating Task-Based Discussions in Science](https://www.wupstem.org/2023/09/06/book-study-5-practices-for-orchestrating-task-based-discussions-in-science/) - Join a book study this fall based on “5 Practices for Orchestrating Productive Talk-Based Discussions in Science”. Earn a stipend and up to 14 SCECHs while working with other area educators to learn how to implement high-cognitive demand tasks that promote using student work to engage in productive and meaningful classroom discussions with the 5
- [MIDDLE SCHOOL TEAM FROM CALUMET EARNS 1st PLACE IN VIRTUAL AEROSPACE EVENT](https://www.wupstem.org/2022/10/17/middle-school-team-from-calumet-earns-1st-place-in-virtual-aerospace-event/) - The Women of the Aerospace Industry Association of Michigan (WAIAM) recently hosted theMichigan Girls Future Flight Challenge aimed at promoting STEM and the aerospace industry.The event consisted of a four-week long project, where student groups worked with professionalwomen from the aerospace industry as mentors to design a sustainable, unique way of flight tosolve a problem.Team
- [Brockway birding](https://www.wupstem.org/2022/05/31/brockway-birding/) - Local students travel to summit for educational experience COPPER HARBOR — More than 10,000 birds had flown over Brockway Mountain by mid-May during their migration. Learn more on from the Daily Mining Gazette: https://www.mininggazette.com/uncategorized/2022/05/birding-at-brockway/
- [The MTU Sustainability Demonstration House invites your K-12 class to participate in the Sustainable Living Webinar Series!](https://www.wupstem.org/2021/04/18/the-mtu-sustainability-demonstration-house-invites-your-k-12-class-to-participate-in-the-sustainable-living-webinar-series/) - Want to bring sustainable living directly into your classroom? The MTU Sustainability Demonstration House invites your K-12 class to participate in the Sustainable Living Webinar Series! The three interactive webinars cover the following topics: Minimize Your Impact: Striving for Zero-Waste 25 Actions you can take Right Now to Reduce your Impact on the Earth What's on
- [Mining Gazette highlights the 10th Annual Lake Superior Water Festival Goes Virtual!](https://www.wupstem.org/2021/04/16/mining-gazette-highlights-the-10th-annual-lake-superior-water-festival-goes-virtual/)
- [MESTA Summer Field Conference: The Menominee Adventure](https://www.wupstem.org/2021/04/13/mesta-summer-field-conference-the-menominee-adventure/) - Integrated science with real world connections, plus a lot of fun!! From August 2-5, you can join other educators in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula along the Menominee River and the boundary with Wisconsin. Participants will explore rock outcrops, collecting sites, rivers and hydrology, glacial features, historic mines, and a new mine site under development. Travel underground
- [GenCyber Teacher Camp July 19-23 on the campus of Michigan Tech - Registration is Open now for K-12 educators](https://www.wupstem.org/2021/04/08/gencyber-teacher-camp-july-19-23-on-the-campus-of-michigan-tech-registration-is-open-now-for-k-12-educators/) - GenCyber Teacher Camp REMC1 and the Western UP MiSTEM is partnering with the College of Computing at Michigan Tech to offer the GenCyber Teacher Camp. This week long camp will run from July 19-23 on the campus of Michigan Tech and will teach about cybersecurity, computer networking and science. Teachers of grades K-12 are welcome to apply
- [A chance to learn: Students visit MTU in internship program](https://www.wupstem.org/2021/04/08/a-chance-to-learn-students-visit-mtu-in-internship-program/) - HOUGHTON — A Watersmeet High School student met with professors and college students at Michigan Technological University Tuesday as part of an internship program aimed at promoting Native American interest in STEM fields. Read more in the Daily Mining Gazette article linked here: https://www.mininggazette.com/news/2021/04/a-chance-to-learn-students-visit-mtu-in-internship-program/
- [PBS Premiere: Michigan's Emerging Bioeconomy - The Promise and Potential of Our Forests](https://www.wupstem.org/2021/03/16/pbs-premiere-michigans-emerging-bioeconomy-the-promise-and-potential-of-our-forests/) - "Michigan's Emerging Bioeconomy: The Promise and Potential of Our Forests", a project made in collaboration with Michigan Technological University, the Finnzone, InvestUP, the Ford Research and Innovation Center, and featuring industry leaders of the Upper Peninsula. This piece brings forth prescient questions about the realities facing the UP forestry industry, but offers realistic and attainable
- [Apply now!  4th-8th grade educators in Western U.P. to work with the A. E. Seaman Mineral Museum at MTU](https://www.wupstem.org/2021/03/09/apply-now-4th-8th-grade-educators-in-western-u-p-to-work-with-the-a-e-seaman-mineral-museum-at-mtu/) - The A. E. Seaman Mineral Museum is soliciting applications from science teachers with the aim of selecting two teachers to work with the museum to develop engaging curricular materials that teachers can use to enhance student’s experience and learning outcomes associated with planned field trips to the museum. Teachers would collaborate together and work closely
- [Female leaders at EGLE highlight their careers on International Women's Day](https://www.wupstem.org/2021/03/12/female-leaders-at-egle-highlight-their-careers-on-international-womens-day/) - Female leaders at EGLE highlight their careers on International Women's Day MI Environment is highlighting some of the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy's female leadership on International Women's Day.
- [2021 Lake Superior Water Festival will be Virtual on March 23-25!](https://www.wupstem.org/2021/03/11/2021-lake-superior-water-festival-will-be-virtual-on-march-23-25/) - Students in grades 4-8 at schools in Houghton, Keweenaw, Gogebic and Ontonagon Counties are invited to participate in the 9th Annual Lake Superior Water Festival, coordinated by the Lake Superior Stewardship Initiative -- a partnership of the Western UP MiSTEM Network and the Michigan Tech Center for Science & Environmental Outreach. Classes will have the
- [Portage Lake Seed Library - Seeds Available](https://www.wupstem.org/2021/03/03/portage-lake-seed-library-seeds-available/) - Portage Lake Seed Library The Portage Lake Seed Library is located inside the Portage Lake District Library at 58 Huron St, Houghton, MI 49931. You do not need to be a member of the library to withdraw seeds. Please be welcome to donate or ‘check out’ seeds by filling out a form that is in
- [GET-IT Connection Summit - On the Road! March 9, 2021](https://www.wupstem.org/2021/02/25/get-it-connection-summit-on-the-road-march-9-2021/) - GET-IT Connection Summit - On the Road! Michigan Council of Women in Technology If your students missed our 2020 Connection Summit, here's another chance for high school girls to develop professional skills and learn from our live IT Panel of businesswomen about technology innovations, careers and educational opportunities in tech. This event will be a
- [$500 MCWT Robotics Grants from Michigan Council of Women in Technology](https://www.wupstem.org/2021/02/25/500-mcwt-robotics-grants-from-michigan-council-of-women-in-technology/) - MCWT Robotics Grants Michigan Council of Women in Technology MCWT supports girls in grades 4-12 by offering a series of $500 grants to all-girl teams participating in Robofest at Lawrence Technological University. Applications being accepted now! MCWT Robotics Grant Applications - Apply Here
- [GET-IT Program - Afterschool Club for Girls](https://www.wupstem.org/2021/02/25/get-it-program-afterschool-club-for-girls/) - GET-IT Program - Afterschool Club for Girls Michigan Council of Women in Technology GET-IT stands for Girls Exploring Together - Information Technology. It is an after-school team activity designed to encourage middle and high school girls to consider and ultimately pursue a career in information technology. The program runs from September through the end of
- [Connect Industry to the CS Classroom with Microsoft TEALS](https://www.wupstem.org/2021/02/25/connect-industry-to-the-cs-classroom-with-microsoft-teals/) - Technology Education and Literacy in Schools (TEALS) is a Microsoft Philanthropies program that connects existing classroom teachers with industry professionals to create a sustainable CS program at your school. The industry professionals provide the content to the teacher and the students, while the classroom teacher guides the lesson planning and takes on the role of
- [Computer Science Workshops - Code.org - Free + Stipends Available](https://www.wupstem.org/2021/02/25/computer-science-workshops/) - Code.org The MiSTEM Network is excited to share multiple no cost opportunities to learn about computer science and implement curriculum at your district. Code.org provides curriculum and professional learning for AP Computer Science Principles (HS), CS Discoveries (MS), and CS Fundamentals (Elem). These robust professional learning opportunities will equip instructors with the necessary tools to
- [Registration open: MTU's Young Women Leaders Program - grades 9, 10, or 11](https://www.wupstem.org/2021/01/20/registration-open-mtus-young-women-leaders-program-grades-9-10-or-11/) - The Center for Educational Outreach is now accepting applications for the Spring 2021 Young Women Leaders Program (YWLP) cohort. YWLP is an interactive leadership development program that prepares youth in grades 9, 10, and 11 to make an impact on their communities through skill development, mentorship, and service. While there is no cost to attend, capacity is
- [Chemistry Olympiad 2021 ~ Free Online Event ~ Registration closes on 1/25 (Monday)](https://www.wupstem.org/2021/01/20/chemistry-olympiad-2021-free-online-event-registration-closes-on-1-25-monday/) - Test your Chemistry knowledge and win cool prizes! We would like to invite students to compete at the 2021 Chemistry Olympiad. No travel required and participation is FREE! Registration closes on 1/25 (Monday). Chemistry Olympiad 2021 will be an online Chemistry competition open to all high school students from any UP school or home school. Sign
- [Husky Bites - High School Students are invited to Participate!](https://www.wupstem.org/2021/01/20/husky-bites-high-school-students-are-invited-to-participate/) - The Dean of College of Engineering invites teachers and students to participate in the spring webinar series, Husky Bites. See her note below for more information! Dear Educators, It is with great pleasure that I invite you and your class to join me—and a dozen Michigan Tech engineering faculty—for our spring webinar series, Husky Bites. Each
- [Join MSTA for Tomorrow's Interactions Support Series: Virtual Labs with Instructional Strategies](https://www.wupstem.org/2020/11/20/join-msta-for-tomorrows-interactions-support-series-virtual-labs-with-instructional-strategies/) - Join MSTA for Tomorrow's Interactions Support Series! The Michigan Science Teachers Association (MSTA) would like to invite you to attend our new 'Interactions' support series. This series was created to connect Michigan science teachers across the state and to provide a safe place for discussion, sharing and support among peers. Each session will provide a relevant and
- [Huskies Serve as Virtual K-12 Tutors During the Pandemic](https://www.wupstem.org/2020/09/16/huskies-serve-as-virtual-k-12-tutors-during-the-pandemic/) - More information about Tech Tutors and how to get involved is available on MTU blog: https://blogs.mtu.edu/global-community-engagement/2020/07/06/huskies-serve-as-virtual-k-12-tutors-during-the-pandemic/
- [New! Elementary and High School COVID-19 mini-units that address NGSS and SEL Published on OpenSciEd - Links included](https://www.wupstem.org/2020/09/16/updated-elementary-and-high-school-covid-19-mini-units-that-address-ngss-and-sel-published-on-openscied-links-included/) - OpenSciEd secured additional funding to develop four--one for each grade band--COVID-19 mini-units (3 weeks of instruction) that use the same storyline instructional model rooted in three-dimensional learning, but also reach beyond the NGSS to incorporate Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) and have a focus on building empathy and looking at things like the patterns of
- [Long-Term Michigan Employment Projections, 2018–2028 Announced](https://www.wupstem.org/2020/09/15/long-term-michigan-employment-projections-2018-2028-announced/) - Long-Term Michigan Employment Projections, 2018–2028 The Bureau of Labor Market Information and Strategic Initiatives has released statewide long-term employment projections for Michigan industries and occupations covering the period of 2018 through 2028. View or download the newly-released projections. Custom subsets of the data may also be downloaded from the Data Search tool. If you have any
- [MiSTAR Professional Learning Series](https://www.wupstem.org/2020/09/15/mistar-professional-learning-series/) - MiSTAR Professional Learning Series Mi-STAR has developed a Professional Learning Series providing teachers with access to presentations and discussions via Zoom. A discussion component will follow every presentation so that this activity can promote a sense of community and collaboration among participants. SCECHs are available for these sessions. Visit the Mi-STAR Learning Series webpage to
- [Registration Open: Tips & Strategies for Engaging Students in Outdoor Learning - 4:30-6:00 pm, Tuesday, Sept. 22](https://www.wupstem.org/2020/09/15/registration-open-tips-strategies-for-engaging-students-in-outdoor-learning-430-600-pm-tuesday-sept-22/) - Lake Superior Stewardship Initiative Professional Learning Series The Lake Superior Stewardship Initiative (LSSI) will present a free, biweekly Professional Learning Series this school year for K-12 educators and community members in the Western U.P. to enhance Great Lakes stewardship, facilitate outdoor learning, deepen understanding through place- and project- based learning opportunities, and foster a community
- [Michigan Earth Science Teacher Association (MESTA) 2020 Fall Conference ~ 9:30 am - 5 pm, Sat, Oct. 10th ~ Virtual](https://www.wupstem.org/2020/09/15/michigan-earth-science-teacher-association-mesta-2020-fall-conference-930-am-5-pm-sat-oct-10th-virtual/) - MESTA Fall Conference 2020 Save the date, The MESTA Annual Meeting will be a virtual meeting this year! $5 Registration - open to all (MESTA membership not required) For more info & to register: mestarocks.org. Register by Oct. 7th. Presentation topics include: Topics: Astronomy, Michigan Geology, Plate Tectonics and Seismology. Two presentations about field trips
- [Introduction to Arduino Workshop - Virtual - 10/13, 10/15, 10/20, 10/22, 4 pm - 6 pm each day](https://www.wupstem.org/2020/07/31/introduction-to-arduino-workshop-virtual-10-13-10-15-10-20-10-22-4-pm-6-pm-each-day/) - Introduction to Arduino Workshop Cost: $90 per person Date: 10/13, 10/15, 10/20, 10/22, 4 pm - 6 pm each day Location: Virtual A beginner's introduction to Arduino micro-controllers as tools for STEM classrooms. Arduino micro-controller technology provides the ability to fully customize science demonstration and data collection tools in a very affordable way. In the
- [Congratulations Western U.P. Maker Challenge 2020 Winners](https://www.wupstem.org/2020/07/10/western-u-p-maker-challenge-2020-winners/) - During May and June, K-12 students from Houghton, Baraga, Keweenaw, Ontonagon and Gogebic Counties were invited to participate in the Western Upper Peninsula’s Maker Challenge. Students could choose from one of four Maker Challenges to actively involve them in the design thinking process. Each challenge was paired with a STEM themed book where something was
- [Online PDs - register now for summer offerings with The STEM Education Center at WPI](https://www.wupstem.org/2020/06/18/online-pds-register-now-for-summer-offerings-with-the-stem-education-center-at-wpi/) - After the extraordinary efforts of teachers and schools to provide “emergency learning” to your students this spring, we hope you have a restful break. By July-August you may be itching to prepare for the new school year with new tools and plans to handle any situation. The STEM Education Center at Worcester Polytechnic Institute is offering
- [Copper Country ISD honored as One of Six school districts chosen for water initiative funding through From Students to Stewards project](https://www.wupstem.org/2020/06/17/copper-country-isd-honored-as-one-of-six-school-districts-chosen-for-water-initiative-funding-through-from-students-to-stewards-project/) - Copper Country ISD is one of six school districts in Michigan have been selected for grants under the From Students to Stewards initiative that will teach elementary through high school students about the Great Lakes, Michigan watersheds and the impact people have on water resources across the state. The Copper Country Intermediate School District will
- [CCISD Greenhouse Project video](https://www.wupstem.org/2020/06/16/ccisd-greenhouse-project-video/) - If you have not had a chance to view the Portage Health Foundation video about the Copper Country greenhouse project hen Check it out! Here is the link to the Facebook video: https://www.facebook.com/phfgive/posts/2486750598254009?__tn__=K-R
- [KBIC TAS Approval & Water Quality Standards](https://www.wupstem.org/2020/06/16/kbic-tas-approval-water-quality-standards/) - Congratulations to the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community to be the first tribe in Michigan to achieve TAS reglartory authority for water quality. For more information check out the KBIC webpage: http://nrd.kbic-nsn.gov/tas-and-water-quality-standards
- [News Flash: Welding for a win!](https://www.wupstem.org/2020/06/16/news-flash-welding-for-a-win/) - Congratulations to Tim Stites and the Copper Country Intermediate School District’s CTE welding program for being creative in way to engage students during this time of no face to face instruction. See this mining gazette article for details: https://www.mininggazette.com/news/2020/05/welding-for-a-win/
- [News Flash: Small-Town Calumet Electronics Has Big Impact](https://www.wupstem.org/2020/06/16/news-flash-small-town-calumet-electronics-has-big-impact/) - More great news on Calumet Electronics: https://www.countrylines.com/cover-story/small-town-calumet-electronics-has-big-impact/ “Rugged” is a word that people in the most northern regions of the Upper Peninsula hear frequently. It’s a characteristic that is put to the test on a daily basis. But in the time of COVID-19, this is a characteristic that allows folks to not only survive but thrive....
- [NEW! Online PD Introducing Modeling for Summer 2020](https://www.wupstem.org/2020/06/12/new-online-pd-introducing-modeling-for-summer-2020/) - All middle and high school science teachers are invited to register for a free introductory online workshop lead by Modeling facilitators. The objective is to provide 1) and introduction to Modeling Instruction, our facilitators and other applicants, 2) approaches to promote student engagement and elicitation of student thinking and 3) some insights about effective online
- [Using Google Earth for Remote Teaching - Webinar June 16, 2020](https://www.wupstem.org/2020/06/12/using-google-earth-for-remote-teaching-webinar-june-16-2020/) - The Geological Society of America (GSA) and the National Association of Geoscience Teachers (NAGT) are hosting a free webinar series this month, “Using Digital Field Tools for Remote Teaching”. This webinar series will focus on running summer field camps and/or planning for remote fall courses. Tuesday, 16 June 2020, 11 a.m. MDT Using Google Earth
- [REMINDER: Essential Practices for Disciplinary Literacy in the Secondary Classroom](https://www.wupstem.org/2020/06/12/reminder-essential-practices-for-disciplinary-literacy-in-the-secondary-classroom/) - The 6-12 Disciplinary Literacy Task Force is proud to announce two learning opportunities for secondary English, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies teachers, as well as building leaders, instructional coaches, and educators at higher education institutions. These opportunities have been designed with flexibility and relevancy in mind. Introduction to the Essential Practices August 4, 2020 from
- [Online Summer Camp: Minecraft Launched](https://www.wupstem.org/2020/06/12/online-summer-camp-minecraft-launched/) - Michigan Virtual is so excited for you to explore the world of Pangea where you can use your creativity and ingenuity to complete educational challenges in the world of Minecraft: Education Edition. With 4-weeks worth of self-directed challenges, you will be able to explore and learn at your own pace while engaging in literacy, math,
- [Visit the New Story Trail at the Lily Creek Nature Area!](https://www.wupstem.org/2020/02/12/visit-the-new-story-trail-at-the-lily-creek-nature-area/) - C O M E V I S I T O U R N E W S T O R Y T R A I L ! THE SNOWY NAP Written and Illustrated by Jan Brett We invite you and your family to a wintery experience on the added loop of our new snowshoe trail
- [Superior Fab Lab: Paper Circuits!](https://www.wupstem.org/2020/01/27/superior-fab-lab-paper-circuits/) - Just in time for Valentine's Day, come make a light-up greeting card! We will use conductive tape, LEDs and small batteries to create light-up artistic cards. Materials and instructions included. Open and free to the public: all ages welcome. Register asap as slots are limited. Register on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SupFabLab
- [News release: From Students to Stewards Initiative to promote water stewardship, education](https://www.wupstem.org/2020/01/24/news-release-from-students-to-stewards-initiative-to-promote-water-stewardship-education/) - Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy sent this bulletin at 01/24/2020 10:00 AM EST FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Jan. 24, 2020 Nick Assendelft, EGLE Public Information Officer, AssendelftN@Michigan.gov, 517-388-3135 Peg West, University Communications, Grand Valley State University, ensingm1@gvsu.edu, 616-331-2222 From Students to Stewards Initiative to promote water stewardship, education $50,000 grant opportunity for K-12 programs in
- [MTEC SmartZone--MI-TRALE RELEASES UP TRAIL APP](https://www.wupstem.org/2020/01/24/mi-trale-releases-up-trail-app/) - HOUGHTON, MI – January 22, 2020 – MI-TRALE (Michigan Trails and Recreation Alliance of Land and the Environment), a local non-profit organization whose mission is to advance the safe and responsible use of multi-use trails for both motorized and non-motorized trail recreationalists, is pleased to announce the release of their Free Michigan UP Trails app,
- [Say hello to the new College of Computing at MTU](https://www.wupstem.org/2020/01/14/say-hello-to-the-new-college-of-computing-at-mtu/) - Computing is the fastest-growing sector across all industries. The National Science Foundation estimated that science and engineering jobs increased by 18.7 percent over the past decade, and 59 percent of that growth was in computing. This upward trend continues. We have a plan for this future: Say hello to the new College of Computing. When
- [Western U.P. Science & Engineering Fair and STEM Festival - March 18th 2020](https://www.wupstem.org/2020/01/14/western-u-p-science-engineering-fair-and-stem-festival-march-18th-2020/) - Registration is now open! The 22nd annual Western Upper Peninsula Science & Engineering Fair and STEM Festival will take place on Wednesday, March 18, 2020 at the Memorial Union on Michigan Tech’s campus from 4:15-8:30 pm. 4th-8th grade students in Baraga, Keweenaw, Gogebic, Houghton, and Ontonagon Counties are invited to participate in the Western U.P.
- [Registration Open: Upper Peninsula Chemistry Olympiad](https://www.wupstem.org/2020/01/14/registration-open-upper-peninsula-chemistry-olympiad/) - U.S. National Chemistry Olympiad The Upper Peninsula Local Section of the American Chemical Society (ACS) and Department of Chemistry, Michigan Technological University are hosting the U.S. National Chemistry Olympiad (USNCO). Local Competition: Mar 7, 2020 (Saturday) National Exam: TBD (One day in April 18 -26, 2020) Both exams will take place at Michigan Technological University
- [Science Educators Here is an MSTA Invitation to 67th Annual Conference](https://www.wupstem.org/2020/01/14/science-educators-here-is-an-msta-invitation-to-67th-annual-conference/) - Are you looking for opportunities to network with other science educators and expand your knowledge of current topics in science education? The Michigan Science Teachers Association 67th Annual Conference is just for you! Join us in Lansing on Friday and Saturday, March 6-7, 2020. Register today at https://mstaevents.org/ to take advantage of our early registration discount (ends 2/11/20). Questions? Call 734-973-0433 or
- [Copper Country Science and Engineering Festival hosted at Hancock](https://www.wupstem.org/2019/11/21/copper-country-science-and-engineering-festival-hosted-at-hancock/) - The first Copper Country Science and Engineering Festival took place at the Hancock Central High School Wednesday. The event featured 60 demonstrations and activities for fourth through seventh grade students from Hancock, Houghton, Chassell, Lake Linden-Hubbell, Calumet, and Dollar Bay-Tamarack City schools. The demonstrations and activities were run by Michigan Technological University students from eight
- [A Perfect Example of STEM Careers in the Western UP: MTU Alumna's Story Told at Round Table](https://www.wupstem.org/2019/11/14/a-perfect-example-of-stem-careers-in-the-western-up-mtu-alumnas-story-told-at-round-table/) - A member of the presidential administration visited Michigan Technological University and Calumet Electronics Tuesday to get a first-hand look at the changing landscape of manufacturing and the role education plays in it. See here for more....
- [Michigan Tech Students Earn First place in ASM International Undergraduate Design Competition](https://www.wupstem.org/2019/11/14/michigan-tech-students-earn-first-place-in-asm-international-undergraduate-design-competition/) - A team of Michigan Technological University students won first place in ASM International’s 2019 Undergraduate Design Competition. Their capstone senior design project, “Cobalt reduction in Tribaloy T-400,” was sponsored by Winsert, Inc. of Marinette, Wisconsin. This isn’t the first time, we’ve won! According to Kampe, an MSE student team from Michigan Tech team won first
- [U.P. Schools ranked in the top 5000 STEM high schools in the U.S.](https://www.wupstem.org/2019/11/14/u-p-schools-ranked-in-the-top-5000-stem-high-schools-in-the-u-s/) - A recent Newsweek post has ranked Houghton and Calumet High schools as one of America's Best 5000 STEM High Schools. U.P. Schools in the Ranking included: Houghton High School 1707 Marquette High School 4174 Escanaba High School 4318 Calumet High School 4567 Click here to learn more!
- [Houghton High School students take field trip to Quincy Mine to learn about bats](https://www.wupstem.org/2019/10/23/houghton-high-school-students-take-field-trip-to-quincy-mine-to-learn-about-bats/) - Click on the link below to learn about Houghton High School field trip to the Quincy Mine to learn about bats as part of the students Stewardship project partially funded through a mini-grant from the Lake Superior Stewardship Initiative. A big thank you to the Team of Houghton High School Teachers involved in making this
- [2019 Lake Superior Water Festival ~ Thursday October 23rd ~ Michigan Tech’s Great Lakes Research Center](https://www.wupstem.org/2019/10/23/2019-lake-superior-water-festival-thursday-october-23rd-michigan-techs-great-lakes-research-center/) - Three hundred and fifty students in grades 9-12 in fourteen classes from six schools in Houghton, Keweenaw, Gogebic and Ontonagon Counties will pour into Michigan Tech’s Great Lakes Research Center for the 8th Annual Lake Superior Water Festival. Students from the following high schools will be participating: Calumet, L.L. Wright (Ironwood), Horizons (Mohawk), Lake Linden-Hubbell,
- [Marvelous Metals (Chemistry) Family Event at Library (Houghton) - Sat, Oct. 26, Noon-2:30 pm](https://www.wupstem.org/2019/10/17/marvelous-metals-chemistry-family-event-at-library-houghton-sat-oct-26-noon-230-pm/) - FREE HANDS-ON CHEMISTRY FAMILY EVENT ~ Sat, Oct. 26, Noon-2:30 pm Join the Upper Peninsula Local Section of the American Chemical Society for a free community event to celebrate National Chemistry Week and learn about the importance of chemistry in everyday life. Learn about this year’s theme, Marvelous Metals, with exciting hands-on activities
- [Update to the CCISD board on the green house project](https://www.wupstem.org/2019/10/17/update-to-the-ccisd-board-on-the-green-house-project/) - Check out the Oct 16th Press Release in the Daily Mining Gazette about the CCISD Learning Center's Greenhouse Project!
- [Save the Date Western U.P. Food Systems Council Workshop: Oct 10th](https://www.wupstem.org/2019/10/01/659/)
- [Copper Country Math Circle Returns](https://www.wupstem.org/2019/09/23/copper-country-math-circle-returns/) - The Copper Country Math Circle is back!! The group will meet once a month on a Thursday, from 6:30-8 at Michigan Tech University. The math circle is targeted towards students in grades 2-5. For further information visit the Copper Country Math Circle at http://www.coppercountrymathcircle.com/ To register for 2019-20 please complete this google form. Families with
- [Lake Linden eCYBERMISSION team reports on Nationals trip](https://www.wupstem.org/2019/09/11/lake-linden-ecybermission-team-reports-on-nationals-trip/) - Learn more about the Yooper Lights' June trip to Washington DC for Nationals and their plans for this school year in a recent article in The Daily Mining Gazettes article linked here. Congratulation girls!
- [FTC Season Kickoff Event for regional FirstRobotics Teams: Saturday, September 7, 10:30-3:30](https://www.wupstem.org/2019/09/05/ftc-season-kickoff-event-for-regional-firstrobotics-teams-saturday-september-7-1030-330/) - Join regional Middle School FirstRobotics teams at the annual FTC Kickoff on Saturday, September 7th hosted by SnowBots at Houghton Middle School. Please fill out this form if you plan to attend. There is no limit on the number of teams or attendees as long as we have an estimate in advance. Teams
- [Michigan Tech’s LSSI program receives funding grant](https://www.wupstem.org/2019/08/19/michigan-techs-lssi-program-receives-funding-grant/) - Source: The Daily Mining Gazette HOUGHTON — The Lake Superior Stewardship Initiative has received a grant totaling $74,967, according to Lloy Wescoat, education program assistant with the LSSI at Michigan Technological University’s Center for Science and Environmental Outreach at the Great Lakes Research Center. Michigan Tech, in partnership with the LSSI and Western Upper Peninsula
- [The Building Blocks for Gamma-Ray Astronomy for High School](https://www.wupstem.org/2019/08/19/the-building-blocks-for-gamma-ray-astronomy-for-high-school/) - Source: Michigan Technological University This summer a Research Experience for Teachers (RET) was hosted by the Department of Physics at Michigan Technological University and the High-Altitude Water Cherenkov (HAWC) research group at Michigan Tech. The six-week experience involved learning about the HAWC observatory and Gamma-Ray astronomy, developing five related lesson plans, and constructing a website
- [Initiative Breaks Down Employment Barriers for Youth with Disabilities](https://www.wupstem.org/2019/08/19/initiative-breaks-down-employment-barriers-for-youth-with-disabilities/) - Source: Keweenaw Report A group of local students with disabilities are getting a little extra encouragement and training from a state program. Ten students from Baraga and Houghton Counties worked at the Baraga State Park, Twin Lakes State Park, and McLain State Park this summer. To see the full article, please visit the Keweenaw Report.
- [Teachers Learn How To Include Cybersecurity In Their Lessons](https://www.wupstem.org/2019/08/19/teachers-learn-how-to-include-cybersecurity-in-their-lessons/) - Source: Keweenaw Report Michigan Tech University, in coordination with the Copper Country ISD’s Regional Educational Media Center #1 and Western U.P. MiSTEM Network, is hosting a Cybersecurity Camp this week for regional teachers. Please check the full article at the Keweenaw Report.
- [Western U.P. SCIENCE FAIR 2019 Group Results](https://www.wupstem.org/2019/03/21/western-u-p-science-fair-2019-group-results/) - # Last Name First Name Category Place School Teacher Grade 451 Agee Haley Group Silver Ironwood Area Schools Mrs. Jacisin 8 451 Clemens Faith Group Silver Ironwood Area Schools Mrs. Jacisin 8 457 Castillo Hannah Group Silver Ironwood Area Schools Mrs. Jacisin 8 457 Holm Lexi Group Silver Ironwood Area Schools Mrs. Jacisin 8

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- [Home](https://www.wupstem.org/) - The WUP STEM website is for sharing Western Upper Peninsula STEM news, resources, and opportunities. Region 16 of the MiSTEM Network: Baraga, Gogebic, Houghton, Keweenaw, and Ontonagon Counties.
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- [InventCon @ Superior Maker Fest 2025](https://www.wupstem.org/inventcon-superior-maker-fest-2025/) - Saturday, March 15, 2025 @ Michigan Technological University Educators, Parents, and Students: InventCon 2025 will take place on Saturday, March 15, 2025 and is an engineering design competition for student inventors grades 3-12. The Henry Ford Museum Invention Convention Michigan curriculum has been adopted for our regional competition, InventCon. Here are informative slides from the kick-off event w/
- [Kick-Off Event_December 7, 2025](https://www.wupstem.org/kick-off-event_december-7-2025/)
- [Western U.P. STEM Fair – 2024 Results](https://www.wupstem.org/western-u-p-stem-fair-2024-results/) - Congratulations to all 2024 STEM Fair student participants! On the day of the event at least two judges score each project independently of each other based on the requirements listed in the STEM Fair Guide. Projects receive a composite score and ribbons are provided to students who receive 80% or more of the total possible
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- [Western U.P. STEM Fair - 2023 Results](https://www.wupstem.org/western-u-p-stem-fair-2023-results/) - Congratulations to all 2023 STEM Fair student participants! On the day of the event at least two judges score each project independently of each other based on the requirements listed in the Student Planning Guide. Projects receive a composite score and ribbons are provided to students who receive 80% or more of the total possible
- [Washington Middle School LSSI Project](https://www.wupstem.org/washington-middle-school-lssi-project/) - Explore the Washington Middle School Project with this Video.
- [STEM Fair 2023 - Save the Date](https://www.wupstem.org/stem-fair-2023-save-the-date/)
- [Results 2020 Western U.P. Science & Engineering Fair](https://www.wupstem.org/2020results/) - Results – Winning Projects by Grade Project Number Student Last Name Student First Name Place Grade Teacher School 1 Bow Pearce Jerome Silver Grade 4 Ms. Bow Catholic Inspiration Academy 4 Huttema Ivy Gold Grade 4 Ms. Johnson Arvon Township School 104 Rich Bella Silver Grade 5 Ms. Lahnanen Sacred Heart School 204 You Joshua
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- [Gov. Whitmer Boosts Funding for 16 Schools to Expand Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Programs to Prepare Students for In-Demand Jobs ](https://www.wupstem.org/gov-whitmer-boosts-funding-for-16-schools-to-expand-science-technology-engineering-and-math-programs-to-prepare-students-for-in-demand-jobs/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 9, 2022 Contact: Press@michigan.gov LANSING, Mich. – Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer along with state environmental and workforce leaders announced 16 K-12 institutions, school districts and educational partnerships have been awarded $205,028 to develop Great Lakes-based science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) educational programs for students. These grants build on the Governor’s historic educational budget proposal,
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- [Submit an Event](https://www.wupstem.org/submit-an-event/) - Submitting A STEM Event to Our Calendar We welcome submissions from the public for STEM related events happening in the community! If you know of an event that isn't currently on our calendar, please use the link below to let us know about it. Submit a STEM Event Here
- [Congratulations Western U.P. Maker Challenge 2020 Winners!](https://www.wupstem.org/makerchallenge2020/) - Western U.P. Maker Challenge 2020 Winners During May and June, K-12 students from Houghton, Baraga, Keweenaw, Ontonagon and Gogebic Counties were invited to participate in the Western Upper Peninsula’s Maker Challenge. Students could choose from one of four Maker Challenges to actively involve them in the design thinking process. Each challenge was paired with
- [Lake Superior Stewardship Initiative School-Community Team Projects 2019-2021](https://www.wupstem.org/lssi-team-projects-2019-2021/) - The Lake Superior Stewardship Initiative (LSSI) is a partnership of Copper Country & Gogebic-Ontonagon Intermediate School Districts and Michigan Technological University. Serving schools and communities in Houghton, Baraga, Gogebic, Ontonagon and Keweenaw Counties. Since 2008, school-community teams comprised of students, teachers, administrators, and community partners (non-profit organizations, government agencies, units of government) have designed
- [Science & Engineering Fair Teacher Letter](https://www.wupstem.org/science-engineering-fair-teacher-letter/) - Dear Science & Engineering Fair Teacher The Western Upper Peninsula Science & Engineering Fair will be Wednesday, March 18, 2020 at the Memorial Union Ballroom on Michigan Tech’s campus from 4:15-8:30 pm. Students in Grade 4-8 can submit projects on an investigation they conduct on any topic of interest, using the scientific process. The design
- [Sustainability Films Available for Checkout](https://www.wupstem.org/sustainabilityfilms/) - 2-Week Checkout for Classroom, Event or Home Viewing These films were purchased by the Lake Superior Stewardship Initiative with grants from the Copper Country League of Women Voters (2012), Friends of the Land of Keweenaw (2011-12), and the Environmental Endowment of the Keweenaw Community Foundation (2013). Films may be used for educational purposes at no
- [EiE for Kindergarten Unit Descriptions](https://www.wupstem.org/eie-for-kindergarten-unit-descriptions/) - There are 2 EiE for Kindergarten Units to Choose From : Raise the Roof: Designing Shelters: In this unit, students are challenged to protect a fictional dog from getting too warm in the sunlight. They’ll learn about concepts related to the warming effects of the Sun, light and shadow, and animals and animal needs as
- [Wee Engineer Unit Description](https://www.wupstem.org/wee-engineer-unit-description/) - Open up young learners’ minds to the world of engineering by encouraging them to use familiar materials to solve problems. There are four engineering challenges that are part of the Wee Engineer Unit Kit: Noisemakers: Children create a loud noisemaker for a surprise party. Fans: Children create a fan that can create enough
- [2019 Water Festival](https://www.wupstem.org/waterfestival2019/) - 2019 Water Festival Registration is closed.
- [Spring 2019](https://www.wupstem.org/press-releases/spring-2019/) - Western UP Science Fair and STEM Festival The 21st annual Western Upper Peninsula Science Fair and STEM Festival will take place on Tuesday, March 19, 2019 at the Memorial Union on Michigan Tech's campus from 4:30-8:00 pm. Over 130 students in grades 4-8 will present projects on an investigation, using the scientific process. Students received
- [Press Releases](https://www.wupstem.org/press-releases/)
- [Western U.P. SCIENCE FAIR 2019 Participants](https://www.wupstem.org/western-u-p-science-fair-2019-participants/) - Results – Individuals by Grade #Last NameFirst NameCategorySchoolTeacherGrade 401TolonenFenwoodIndividualLake Linden-Hubbell Middle SchoolMr. Squires8 403LeBargeKaiaIndividualIronwood Area SchoolsMrs. Jacisin8 407StrongHazelIndividualEwen-Trout Creek SchoolMrs. Hamel8 405SeelingDanielIndividualEwen-Trout Creek SchoolMrs. Hamel8 402SanabriaDestinyIndividualIronwood Area SchoolsMrs. Jacisin8 406PietilaKeeganIndividualEwen-Trout Creek SchoolMrs. Hamel8 404GauthierColinIndividualIronwood Area SchoolsMrs. Jacisin8 #Last NameFirst NameCategorySchoolTeacherGrade 306BesonenChristianIndividualEwen-Trout Creek SchoolMrs. Hamel7 305MinerickMaddieIndividualHoughton Middle SchoolMs. Stier7 304RudnickiPeterIndividualHoughton Middle SchoolMs. Geborkoff7 301O'DellJadeIndividualLake Linden-Hubbell Middle
- [Western U.P. SCIENCE FAIR 2019 Group Results](https://www.wupstem.org/western-u-p-science-fair-2019-group-results/) - Results – Groups by Grade #Last NameFirst NameCategoryPlaceSchoolTeacherGrade 451AgeeHaleyGroupSilverIronwood Area SchoolsMrs. Jacisin8 451ClemensFaithGroupSilverIronwood Area SchoolsMrs. Jacisin8 457CastilloHannahGroupSilverIronwood Area SchoolsMrs. Jacisin8 457HolmLexiGroupSilverIronwood Area SchoolsMrs. Jacisin8 455RuotsalaAlayaGroupSilverIronwood Area SchoolsMrs. Jacisin8 455SterbenzMadisonGroupSilverIronwood Area SchoolsMrs. Jacisin8 453HollenbeckSiennaGroupBronzeIronwood Area SchoolsMrs. Jacisin8 453LahtiTiaGroupBronzeIronwood Area SchoolsMrs. Jacisin8 456SuchallaSageGroupBronzeIronwood Area SchoolsMrs. Jacisin8 456WhitsonMyaGroupBronzeIronwood Area SchoolsMrs. Jacisin8 454SmithTylerGroupBronzeIronwood Area SchoolsMrs. Jacisin8 454SmithLilleyGroupBronzeIronwood Area SchoolsMrs.
- [Western U.P. SCIENCE FAIR 2019 Individual Results](https://www.wupstem.org/western-u-p-science-fair-2019-individual-results/) - Results – Individuals by Grade #Last NameFirst NameCategoryPlaceSchoolTeacherGrade 401TolonenFenwoodIndividualBronzeLake Linden-Hubbell Middle SchoolMr. Squires8 306BesonenChristianIndividualGoldEwen-Trout Creek SchoolMrs. Hamel7 305MinerickMaddieIndividualGoldHoughton Middle SchoolMs. Stier7 304RudnickiPeterIndividualSilverHoughton Middle SchoolMs. Geborkoff7 301O'DellJadeIndividualBronzeLake Linden-Hubbell Middle SchoolMr. Squires7 302LoukusHannahIndividualBronzeLake Linden-Hubbell Middle SchoolMr. Squires7 215StrongRexIndividualGoldEwen-Trout Creek SchoolMrs. Berglund6 204Bow PearceEmilyIndividualSilverCatholic Inspiration AcademyMs. Bow6 208HeldtMasonIndividualSilverHoughton Middle SchoolMr. Belmas6 210LahtiTrayvenIndividualSilverHoughton Middle SchoolMr. Belmas6 201OommenHannahIndividualBronzeHoughton Middle SchoolMr.
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