Leadership Institutes for OpenSciEd Elementary

Building K-5 classroom communities that embrace the NRC Framework is no small task. The wait is over! OpenSciEd units for Elementary are now available and ready to support next generation science in K-5 classrooms. Our Leadership Institute leverages this high-quality instructional material, designed for instructional leaders supporting K-5 teachers.

Our in-person leadership institutes are designed for instructional leaders who want to support the effective implementation of the OpenSciEd Program for Elementary Schools. BSCS invites science consultants, coaches, administrators, teacher leaders and professional development (PD) providers from informal science education to join us.

Upcoming Institute

Details:

• Dates: October 14-17, 2025
• Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado
• Time: 8 a.m.–4 p.m. MT
• Grade Bands: K-2 and 3-5

Institute Goals: 

• Experience key elements of the OpenSciEd Program for Elementary.
• Deepen understanding of professional learning structures that support curriculum implementation.
• Enhance abilities to use routines, strategies, tools, and processes for enacting phenomenon-based or problem-driven three-dimensional learning experiences.
• Prepare participants to plan and lead Professional Learning for OpenSciEd Elementary.
• Increase confidence and ability to support K-5 teachers implementing high quality science instruction.

Who should Participate:

• Administrators and coaches 
• Teacher leaders
• Science consultants 
• PD leaders from informal science education institutes

Next Steps:

• Find out more by contacting us.