Assistant Director for Science Education at RSTEM | Wife, mother, adventurer, science nerd, and educator

Joined April 2014
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Applications close in less than 24hrs for the inaugural C.A.R.E. Workshop! Explore practical, multidisciplinary approaches to bringing climate and environmental education into your classroom. This free, #professionaldevelopment workshop will feature a sample lesson, collaborative brainstorming, and opportunities to connect with educators across disciplines. 📅 September 26, 2026 🕙 10 a.m.–2 p.m. 📍 @RiceUniversity 🎓 4 hours of professional development 🍴 Lunch & parking provided 👩‍🏫 For Texas educators in grades 7–12, all disciplines 👉 Apply today: bit.ly/CARExRSTEM #CAREWorkshop #RSTEM #ImpactingFutures
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🔎🧪 A closer look at the Forensics Investigators Program! This year, students stepped into the world of #forensic science, exploring evidence collection and analysis while putting their critical-thinking skills to work. We’re proud to look back on a summer of curiosity, discovery, and hands-on #STEM learning at @RiceUniversity! 🧬🔬 #ImpactingFutures #RSTEM
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What was your favorite memory from this #RSTEM summer? 💙 From research and professional development to student programs and everything in between, we’re celebrating the people and moments that made this summer special. ☀️🔬 #ImpactingFutures
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🎉 Welcome to the R-STEM team, Christina Tapia! Christina joins us as our new Assistant Director for Mathematics Education, bringing 13 years of experience in education, mathematics, teacher development, and curriculum design. We’re excited to have her on the team and can’t wait to see the impact she’ll make! #RSTEM #ImpactingFutures
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🎤 There's still time to register for the 2026 Rice Research & Exploration Symposium! Join K–12 educators, administrators, researchers, and #STEM professionals at @RiceUniversity to experience inspiring research presentations from interns and researchers, connect with fellow STEM educators, and discover classroom-ready ideas you can take back to your students. Don't miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and be inspired! 📅 July 21, 2026 🎟️ Register today: bit.ly/RRESxRSTEM #ImpactingFutures #RSTEM
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🔬✨ Back at it again for Day 2 of the Innovate, Inspire, Impact: STEM Teaching Summit! We're ready to dive into hands-on breakout sessions, explore emerging technologies, share ideas during our Voices from the Field panel, and discover new strategies to bring #STEM learning to life in their classrooms. #i3STEMSummit #ImpactingFutures #RSTEM
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Congratulations ✨️ 🎊 to the giveaway winner! @StartWithPiper Thank you for attending my session at #WTCS2026 #CS4Yall @weteachcs @AlvinISD @BelNafegar – at Arcola, TX
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Experience inspiring keynote speakers, engaging breakout sessions, and innovative ideas to bring #STEM learning to life at the i3 STEM Teaching Summit. #TeacherPD #RSTEM LAST CALL TO REGISTER: bit.ly/i3STEMSUMMITxRSTEM
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@HumbleISD_WMS Here is a thread of how 8th grade scientist have been exploring the properties of water. #AllStudentsAreScientist #DoingScience
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📢 LAST CALL! Join us at @RiceUniversity for a free, hands-on #professionaldevelopment experience exploring microelectronics, coding, and inclusive CS teaching practices. #RSTEM #ImpactingFutures ✨ 28 CPE hours ✨ $800 stipend ✨ Classroom materials included Applications close May 1st! bit.ly/IMCSxRSTEM
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This summer, bring learning to life through hands-on #STEAM experiences designed for students from elementary through high school. 🔬🎨⚙️ From engaging projects, campus exploration, and real-world discovery, students will build skills, spark curiosity, and dive into science, technology, engineering, arts, and math like never before. Don’t miss out—register now: bit.ly/STEAMxRSTEM #SummerProgram #ImpactingFutures #RSTEM @LSC_UP
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Check out the @ConocoPhillips Rice Elementary Model STEM Lab program at @RiceUniversity to amplify your classroom with STEM knowledge! #RSTEM #ImpactingFutures Apply: bit.ly/REMSLxRSTEM
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🎉 Registration is officially OPEN for AMPosium! 2026 at @RiceUniversity! 🚀 Join us for an inspiring day of STEM innovation, hands-on lessons, and networking with fellow educators! #AMP #RSTEM #ImpactingFutures Secure your spot today! 👇 bit.ly/AMPosium26
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Get inspired at the Innovate, Inspire, Impact: STEM Teaching Summit at @RiceUniversity this June! Join us for a powerful keynote from Eastman Landry, where educators will explore how innovation and real-world STEM can transform classrooms and impact the future of students. 📅 June 23–24, 2026 📍 Rice University 🎓 Hands-on sessions • Inspiring speakers • Practical classroom strategies 👉 Register: bit.ly/i3STEMSUMMITxRSTEM
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Spark Academy gives students the chance to explore the #science of energy, sustainability, and innovation through hands-on activities and real-world challenges—plus a glimpse of #college life. 👉 Register today: bit.ly/STEAMxRSTEM #RSTEM #ImpactingFutures #SummerPrograms
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Make a difference, donate your gift now at givecampus.com/s/37im0e to be a helping hand towards our goal of #ImpactingFutures. Thank you for supporting R-STEM! #1Day1Rice
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Rice’s 24-Hour Challenge is LIVE! Your gift will help R-STEM meet our goal of $5,000! Make your gift now at givecampus.com/s/37im0e. #1Day1Rice
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#RSTEMAcademy welcomed students in grades 3-12 to @RiceUniversity for dynamic, research-inspired workshops! From coding, to bacteria, to engineering science, students explored, collaborated, and built critical thinking skills — all while #ImpactingFutures.
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Early giving is now open for this year’s 24-Hour Challenge. Can we count on your support this year to help us raise $5,000? Help us get a strong start by making your gift now: givecampus.com/s/37im0e. #1Day1Rice
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Thank you to all our incredible partners who joined us at @RiceUniversity for the Spring 2026 R-STEM Partners Collaborative Luncheon! 💙 It was a wonderful afternoon of networking, and we enjoyed sharing our commitment to advancing STEM education across the Greater Houston area. Together, we’re continuing our mission of #ImpactingFutures! ⚙️🔬
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