Join Us for the Midwest STEM Conference
July 28-29, 2026
Missouri S&T’s Kummer Center for STEM Education and the Missouri AfterSchool Network (MASN) are delighted to welcome both returning and first‑time attendees to this year’s conference. Each year, this gathering brings together educators, afterschool professionals, STEM advocates, administrators, and community partners from across Missouri and beyond. Whether you’ve been part of this community for years or are joining us for the first time, we’re excited to have you with us.
Our shared mission is to expand access to high‑quality STEM learning opportunities—during the school day, after school, and throughout the entire learning ecosystem. This conference is designed to spark new ideas, strengthen collaborations, and empower attendees with the tools, strategies, and inspiration needed to support the next generation of curious thinkers, problem‑solvers, and innovators.
Keynote: David Edward Garcia
David Edward Garcia is a classroom teacher and stand-up comedian who uses laughter to ignite learning, build connection, and inspire change.
All attendees will be given conference gear and select participants will take home larger classroom resources!
We allow you to choose how you participate
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The proposal submission deadline for the 2026 Midwest STEM Conference has now passed. All proposals are currently under review, and presenters will be notified of selection via email.
We sincerely appreciate the time, expertise, and innovative ideas shared by our submitters. Your contributions play an important role of shaping a meaningful and engaging conference experience for our community of educators and leaders.
Attendees make the conference happen
If you are interested in being an attendee at the conference, but not presenting, we look forward to your active involvement at the conference. Your presence inspires a brighter STEM future for our K-12 students and STEM education professionals. Registration is FREE.
Contact Us
Kummer Center for STEM Education
320 W. 12th Street, 104 Norwood Hall, Rolla, MO 65409
Phone: (573) 341-6204
Email: stemcenter@mst.edu
Operating Hours
Monday:8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday:8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday:8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Thursday:8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Friday:8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Saturday:Closed
Sunday:Closed