PK-5 Integrated STEM (i-STEM)

RIDE Endorsement Course

Course Overview

About the Course

This 50-hour advanced professional learning course equips educators with the knowledge and skills to design and deliver high-quality, integrated STEM instruction aligned with evidence-based practices and high-quality instructional materials (HQIM). Across nine synchronous virtual sessions and four application-based coaching sessions, participants will deepen their understanding of the engineering design process, NGSS three-dimensional learning, and integration of technology, computer science, and mathematical thinking into daily instruction. The course culminates in the design and implementation of an integrated STEM project that is classroom-ready, culturally responsive, and grounded in best practices to promote student problem-solving, creativity, and collaboration

What’s Included in the Course

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Virtual Sessions: 9 synchronous 90-minute trainings
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Assignments: 8 asynchronous, practical applications
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i-STEM Project Implementation: 4 coaching visits (2 virtual, 2 onsite)
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Final Project: Integrated STEM unit plan

Course Cost: $1,800

Discount: Register 5 participants get a 6th – FREE

Total: $1,800

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What Will You Gain?

  • Personal & Professional Growth

  • Evidence-Based Instructional Practices

  • Hands On Experience with Integrated STEM Design

  • Professional Network

  • RIDE Integrated STEM Endorsement

Why Take the Course with NE Basecamp?
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Experience You Can Trust
Our courses are designed and delivered by former classroom teachers and local professionals who understand the challenges educators face. With real-world experience in education, our instructors bring practical insights and strategies that you can immediately apply in your classroom.
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Tailored Support for Educators
We offer a blend of on-demand and synchronous support to fit your busy schedule. Whether you need immediate assistance or prefer scheduled live sessions, we’re here to help you succeed every step of the way.
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Local Experts Endorsed by RIDE
Learn from instructors who are deeply rooted in the local education community. Their firsthand experience in the region, and endorsement from RIDE, ensures that the content is relevant and aligned with your unique needs and challenges.
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Join a Professional Network
When you enroll with NE Basecamp, you’re not just taking a course—you’re joining a network of like-minded SEL educators dedicated to continuous improvement and collaboration. This community offers ongoing opportunities for professional growth and connection.
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Flexible and Affordable
Our courses are designed with flexibility in mind. We offer competitive pricing and are committed to making professional development accessible and impactful. Choose NE Basecamp for professional development that’s designed by educators, for educators, with the support and community you need to thrive.

Meet Your Facilitators

  • Sari Guttin is a Professional Learning Specialist with New England Basecamp who brings years of experience as both a classroom teacher and science/engineering coach. She has led professional learning on NGSS, high-quality instructional materials, and integrating technology and design thinking into everyday instruction. With a background in Curriculum and Instructional Technology, Sari is passionate about helping educators bring inquiry-based, engaging STEM learning to life for all students