2026 Alamo STEM Ecosystem Educator Conference
The Alamo STEM Ecosystem Professional Development Conference is an annual event for San Antonio-area teachers and pre-service teachers (hosted every February). San Antonio is a city rich in STEM-related organizations which provide innovative and relevant resources for teachers. The conference goal is to provide access to and information about these innovative resources through a free, one-day conference specifically for teachers at all career stages. The Alamo STEM Ecosystem is pleased to announce the 2026 Conference will be 100% in-person, hosted by Northeast Lakeview College.
Volunteer or Donate
Please contact us if you are interested in donating your time or resources towards this great cause! Our Alamo STEM Ecosystem is current accepting donations for door prizes, snacks, and educator resources and materials to share at the event. Please email our ASE Co-Lead, Dr. Stephanie Garcia at Stephanie.Garcia@IDRA.org
The 2026 Alamo STEM Ecosystem Educator Conference
SAVE THE DATE
Saturday, February 7, 2026
8:30 am – 2:30 pm
Northeast Lakeview College
1201 Kitty Hawk Rd
Univeral City, TX 78148
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THEME
Moonbeam: Illuminating Pathways to STEM
CALL FOR PROPOSALS
The Alamo STEM Ecosystem invites educators, community partners, and STEM leaders to submit session proposals for our 2026 conference, Moonbeam: Illuminating Pathways to STEM. This year’s theme celebrates innovation, curiosity, and collaboration in STEM education — lighting the way toward STEM career pathways and inspiring the next generation of problem solvers.
Our audience includes K–12 educators, pre-service teachers, administrators, higher education faculty, and community-based STEM advocates. Sessions should engage participants in hands-on, practical experiences and foster collaboration that educators can bring back to their classrooms or programs.
Session Goals and Expectations
We are seeking sessions that:
- Provide interactive, hands-on learning experiences.
- Encourage collaboration and dialogue among participants.
- Highlight innovative, inquiry-based and inclusive practices that reflect the diversity of our community.
- Demonstrate relevance to local change, community impact, and regional STEM opportunities.
- Align clearly with the conference theme and promote a sense of discovery and connection.
Submission Details
- Proposal Deadline: Priority deadline is December 16th, and last-call is January 5th.
- Notification of Acceptance: January 7, 2026
- Submit Proposals here
Let’s illuminate new pathways together! We look forward to celebrating the creativity, passion, and collaboration that fuel our STEM community.
If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Stephanie Garcia at Stephanie.Garcia@IDRA.org
Read more here.
REGISTRATION
Registration is FREE, thanks to our sponors & partners!
Register Here: https://idra.news/ASEconf2026
To ensure we have enough food ordered, please register before attending.
Volunteer Registration – we need about 40 volunteers, so please inform high school & college-aged students to sign up for a shift!
Exhibitor Table Interest Form – it’s FREE to host a table during our STEM Expo, but we do ask for a small donation for a door prize.
CONFERENCE DETAILS
Conference Program (coming soon!)
Bring a laptop or tablet to interact in some sessions.
A small breakfast & boxed lunch will be provided, thanks to our sponsors!
LOCATION & PARKING
Northeast Lakeview College
1201 Kitty Hawk Rd
Universal City, TX 78148
Campus Map
Paluxy Hall is where the Bluebonnet Conference Room and registration will be. Free parking in Lot 6 and 7. Drop off zone is in front of Paluxy Hall.
QUESTIONS
If you have any questions, please contact this year’s Conference Chair, Dr. Dania Rossi at drossi@alamo.edu
