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The Northeast Noyce Professional Learning Network Presents

Teacher Leaders Reimagining STEM Through Play

Collaborating for change through play, purpose, and shared leadership.

Teacher Leaders Reimagining STEM Through Play
July 28–30, 2026 | Rochester, NY

The Northeast Noyce Professional Learning Network is excited to announce a special event exclusively for Noyce Master Teaching Fellows (MTFs) and MTF Alumni. This gathering will focus on advancing STEM teacher leadership and exploring innovative ways to enact leadership through collaboration, play, and shared purpose.

We are pleased to share that travel and accommodations for participants will be covered by the grant, ensuring that you can fully engage in this unique opportunity.

We hope you can join us in shaping the future of STEM education together.

Registration opens March 27, 2026

Event Overview

  • Dates: July 28th – 30th, 2026
  • Location: University of Rochester, Rochester, NY with visits to the Rochester Museum and Science Center and the Strong National Museum of Play
  • Hosted by: The Northeast Noyce Professional Learning Network

Tuesday, July 28:

  • 6:00 PM
    • Arrival & Check-in at the Rochester Museum and Science Center
    • Programming, Dinner, Keynote Address, and Networking

Wednesday, July 29:

  • 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    • Arrival, Coffee & Light Breakfast at University of Rochester, LeChase Hall
    • Welcome & Community Building Experience
    • Breakout Sessions
    • Lunch & Networking
    • STEM Share-a-thon
    • Visit to The Strong National Museum of Play

Thursday, July 30:

  • 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    • Arrival, Coffee & Light Breakfast at University of Rochester, LeChase Hall
    • Opening Remarks
    • Breakout Sessions
    • Lunch & Networking
    • Closing Remarks

Hotel and Travel Information

Through the Northeast Noyce Grant, the University of Rochester will reimburse the cost of your travel expenses (mileage, train ticket, flight, etc.) up to $400 and lodging up to $450. Participants must coordinate and pay for their own travel and lodging for the event in advance. After the event, our team will follow up with instructions for reimbursement. 

Hotel Information

Through the Northeast Noyce Grant, the University of Rochester will reimburse the cost of your lodging up to $450. You must live a minimum of 35 miles one-way from the University of Rochester to qualify for lodging reimbursement.

Below are two recommended hotels near the University of Rochester, but you are more than welcome to book another hotel that better meets your needs. Please note that we do NOT have a block of rooms at either hotel, so you will need to make your own individual reservation. 

Travel Information

Through the Northeast Noyce Grant, the University of Rochester will reimburse the cost of your travel expenses (mileage, train ticket, flight, etc.) up to $400. You must live a minimum of 10 miles one-way from the University of Rochester to qualify for travel reimbursement.