FREE REGISTRATION FOR TEACHERS!
The STEAM Safer Science Summit is an immersive event focused on enhancing the understanding of government and state lab safety regulations and the compliance with and implementation of safety protocols within STEAM education environments.
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Monday-Tuesday
July 28, 2025 - July 29, 2025
8:00 am EDT - 4:00 pm EDT
Harvard University Monday & Tuesday (for teachers of grades 6-12): What Is Safer Science? Join our two-day workshop to equip STEM teachers with essential lab safety, regulatory compliance, and chemical management skills. Learn safety principles, hazard identification, risk assessment, OSHA regulations, and how to create a robust safety program including a chemical hygiene plan. Engage in hands-on activities to assess hazards and teach safety practices to students. Network with fellow educators, share ideas, and leave ready to implement a comprehensive safety program that fosters a safety-conscious, career-ready student culture.
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Wednesday
July 30, 2025
8:00 am EDT - 4:00 pm EDT
Harvard University Wednesday (for teachers of grades 6-12): Laboratory Inspections Participate in a full day of hands-on training on lab facilities and chemical inventory management. Conduct lab inspections, identify safety issues, and learn safe chemical storage techniques with expert guidance. Master accident investigation, reporting, and compare safety needs for labs versus classrooms. Develop a facilities inspection checklist, learn to handle spills and broken glass, and test safety equipment. Leave with practical skills to improve your school's science safety.
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Thursday
July 31, 2025
8:00 am EDT - 4:00 pm EDT
Harvard University Thursday (for teachers 6-12): Safer Science Demonstrations Join us for a half day focused on conducting safe, effective science demonstrations. Participants will share demo ideas, engage in hands-on sessions, and review safety protocols including waste disposal. Emphasis will be on investigating accidents, evaluating lab procedures, and minimizing chemical risks. The session also covers adapting demos for non-lab classrooms and reinforcing student safety practices year-round.
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Friday
August 1, 2025
8:00 am EDT - 4:00 pm EDT
Harvard University Friday (half-day for administrators): Leadership in Safety This half day for school administrators emphasizes the role of leadership in fostering a safe, compliant educational environment. The "Leadership in Safety" seminar promotes dialogue between administrators and STEAM teachers, underscoring the need for comprehensive safety training and a holistic safety program. Learn about science safety manuals, the importance of a Chemical Hygiene Officer, and how to build a strong safety culture across all disciplines, from science to art to welding and more. How will you lead this vital initiative to ensure a safe learning environment for all?
Venue: Harvard University