Idaho Annual STEM Conference: The Magic of STEM 2026: Full Schedule

9:35am MDT

BSU OnRamp a collaborative educational initiative bringing STEAM experiences to a wide range of learners.

Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:35am - 10:05am MDT

Experience a quick, engaging STEM activity from Boise State University's Onramp Program. Through creativity, coding, and challenge-based learning, discover how simple, hands-on experiences can build computational thinking, problem-solving, and student engagement across grade levels and content areas. Walk away with ideas and inspiration you can bring back to your own classroom or program.

Speakers

Jamie Richardson

Onramp Program Facilitator, Boise State University

Jamie Richardson is a member of Boise State's College of Innovation and Design where he facilitates the Onramp Program’s Mobile Lab. The Onramp Program is an innovative approach to engaging Idaho students with STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) education and... Read More →

Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:35am - 10:05am MDT
Innovation Playground 300 N College Rd W, Twin Falls, ID 83301

Innovation Playground, K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 8-12 | Engineering, K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 8-12 | Technology, K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 8-12 | Out of School/Informal Education, K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 8-12 | Computer Science, K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 8-12

10:05am MDT

Playlab: Build AI apps that align your goals, context, curriculum, knowledge, and data.

Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:05am - 11:05am MDT

Innovation Playground

Experience the future of educational technology by creating your own AI-powered app with Playlab. This hands-on session will demonstrate how educators can quickly design custom tools to enhance instruction, streamline workflows, and support student learning. Walk away with a working app and ideas for implementing AI across your classroom, school, or district. Please bring your own laptop to fully participate in this interactive session.

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