Science Coach Academy

Science Coach Academy
June 14-17, 2027

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Science Coach Academy

Where Research Teachers Go to Learn

Science Coach Academy is an annual, immersive professional development experience designed for middle and high school research teachers. Each summer, you’ll deepen your science content knowledge, sharpen your mentoring skills, and leave with practical tools to guide students through year-long research projects and competitions.

Registration for 2027 is now open.

  • Dates: June 14-17, 2026
  • Location: University of Saint Mary, Leavenworth, Kansas
  • Cost: $850 – Meals and housing are included in the conference price.

Past Science Coach Academy Presenters

  • Kristen Baum, Director of Monarch Watch
  • Parag Bhatt, Data Science Trainer, The Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
  • Teresa Boman, Professor of Biology and Environmental Health, Missouri Southern State University 
  • Karisa Boyer, Science Teacher and Department Co-chair, Joplin High School
  • Michael Borovik, Lead Engineer, SLU Center for Additive Manufacturing 
  • David Carter, Energy Instructor, Kansas State Engineering Extension 
  • Ana Chicas-Mosier, Director of Researcher and Trainee Engagement, University of Kansas Office of Research
  • Samantha Crossman, Research Technician I – Sankari Lab, Stowers Institute
  • Ryne Emerick, Biology and Research Teacher, Lebanon High School 
  • Katherine Golden, Senior Manager of Sustainability Initiatives, Missouri Botanical Garden
  • Matthew Huber, Founder and CEO of Algae Research and Supply, Inc. 
  • Mary Kilmer,  Associate Professor of Biology and Environmental Health, Missouri Southern State 
  • Ben Martin, Field Biology Teacher and Ecological Manager, Little Creek Nature Area / Ferguson-Florissant School District
  • Maggie McCoy, Climate Change Education Coordinator, Missouri Botanical Garden
  • Jessica Mohlman, Director of Environmental Education & Wildlife Ecologist, National Great Rivers Research & Education Center 
  • Sean Nash, Biology & Research Teacher, Basehor-Linwood High School
  • Alejandra Alonso Quintana, Ph.D Student – Sankari Lab, Stowers Institute
  • Stephanie Phillips, Assistant Professor of Psychology, University of Saint Mary 
  • Aaron Reedy, CEO, DataClassroom  
  • Victoria Rhodes, Associate Professor of Biology, Missouri Southern State University
  • Jessica Ross, Assistant Professor of Psychology, University of Saint Mary 
  • Dr. Siva Sankari, Assistant Investigator, Stowers Institute 
  • Ritvee Talele, Ph.D. Student – Sankari Lab, Stowers Institute
  • Christina Taylor, Senior Science Fellow, Bayer Crop Science 
  • Ann Viegut, Program Coordinator, Engineering Tomorrow 
  • Elly Walsh-Rock, Youth Programs Manager at the Academy of Science – St. Louis  

Science Coach Academy Details

What You’ll Learn

  • Emerging science & engineering topics relevant to student research
  • Hands-on demonstrations and experiments you can bring back to your classroom
  • Strategies for mentoring students through long-term research projects and competitions

Benefits of Attending

  • Connect with fellow research teachers and build a lasting professional community
  • Access free science research materials and equipment through the on-site supply store
  • Recharge and collaborate through fun indoor and outdoor team-building activities

Conference Schedule:

  • Kick-off – June 22, 4–8pm
  • Hands-on Sessions – June 23–24, 8am – 5pm
  • Networking & Skillbuilding Sessions – June 25, 8am – 12pm

Want More Information?

Not ready to register yet? Explore additional details about Science Coach Academy to help you decide if it’s the right fit for you.

Download the 2027 Science Coach Academy Flyer

Questions? Contact [email protected]