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General information about the STEM Nation Award \u2013 STEM Nation<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n The STEM self-evaluation and improvement framework underpins Education Scotland\u2019s STEM Nation award. It’s a great place to start! Check it out here:<\/p>\n\n\n\n STEM self-evaluation and improvement framework | Resources | Education Scotland<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n STEM Outdoors<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n As Autumn is here, you may want to plan some seasonal outdoor learning. Don’t forget we have a range of activities for all seasons and any time across Early, First and Second Level. STEM Outdoors \u2013 STEM Nation<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Welcome Back Science Network Webinar<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Join our Welcome Back Science Network Webinar 17 Sept 4pm – for all in ELC & childcare, primary, secondary & ASN who deliver science. Get updated on the Science Curriculum Improvement Cycle, join discussions & explore ways to contribute during academic year 2025\/26. Education Scotland National Sciences Network \u2013 Welcome back webinar | Eventbrite<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Education Scotland News and Events<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n PISA 2025 Framework<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The OECD PISA 2025 Assessment has begun for 3,500 learners from 119 secondary schools until October 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Check out the comprehensive support package for learners, parents\/carers and participating schools to help them understand more about the PISA study, why it is important and what to expect on the day:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Programme for International Student Assessment 2025 | Resources | Education Scotland<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Science and the Curriculum Improvement Cycle<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The sciences component of the Curriculum Improvement Cycle (CIC) is progressing; many thanks to the members of our Science CIC Core Group for their valuable contributions to our two day workshop firming up the concepts and big ideas for the revised 3-18 sciences curriculum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Access the reports and thinking from both groups:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Other resources and support<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Our national STEM partner organisations have lots of programmes, events, resources and funding available. Here are the highlights from our recent network meetings: <\/p>\n\n\n\n Royal Society of Chemistry Inclusion & Diversity Fund<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Up to \u00a35000 for projects that:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Remove barriers for underrepresented groups in chemical sciences<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Improve understanding of underrepresented groups & support fair career progression<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Create more inclusive cultures in education & workplaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Apply here:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Inclusion and Diversity Fund<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Professional Development for Teachers (funded CPD programme)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Leading Primary STEM for the Future (part of the Empowering Educators programme)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n A fully funded, enhanced CPD course developed with My Science Club, Thales UK, and STEM Learning. This research-based programme helps primary teachers enrich their STEM teaching\u2014covering science and mathematics\u2014through practical, real-world approaches. Participants can earn formal SQA SCQF Level 5 (Mathematics for Science) and Level 7 (STEM Leadership) awards to enhance their professional accreditation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Click here to apply<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Primary Learner Scholarship (fully funded STEM programme for upper primary)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n STEM Saturdays (Primary P6 & P7)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n A fully funded scholarship offering upper primary learners (Primary 6 & 7) six hands-on Saturday workshops in STEM. Delivered in partnership with My Science Club and Leidos UK, this programme includes specialist educator instruction and engagement with STEM industry ambassadors \u2014 designed to boost attainment in mathematics and inspire future STEM participation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Participants also earn a Young STEM Leader Award at CfE Third Level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Click here to apply<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Early Years and Primary STEM Professional Learning from SSERC<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Online professional learning at no cost, including a box of resources delivered to your school\/setting:<\/p>\n\n\n\n All 3:30-5pm on Teams, suitable for a group of staff – try out a range of practical STEM activities using the kit provided<\/p>\n\n\n\n Find out more and apply: https:\/\/sserc.org.uk\/professional-learning\/early-years-primary-professional-learning\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n SSERC Experiments and Data Analysis for Psychology Teaching<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n A new course aimed at those delivering Psychology in secondary schools and FE colleges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Enrolment for the course (which will take place on 22January 2026) is open here:<\/p>\n\n\n\n https:\/\/www.sserc.org.uk\/professional-learning\/professional-learning-calendar\/experiments-and-data-analysis-for-psychology-teaching<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n DigiInventors Challenge 2025<\/strong> – a free innovation challenge helps secondary pupils: <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2705 Build digital, design & entrepreneurial skills <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2705 Explore health, care & technology careers <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2705 Respond to a real-world problem with a creative digital solution <\/p>\n\n\n\n Deadline: 10 Oct www.dhi-scotland.com\/digiinventors<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Maths Week Scotland <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Maths Week Scotland runs from 22 \u2013 28 September 2025. There are learning resources, challenges and competitions available for early level to senior phase. For more information visit: Schools \u2013 Maths Week Scotland<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Royal Highland Education Trust (RHET) <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Keep Scotland Beautiful<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Climate Action Week Live Lessons \u2013 register now<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Keep Scotland Beautiful are excited to announce that registrations are now open for Climate Action Week Live Lessons for schools and nurseries. These interactive, online lessons are timed with Scotland\u2019s Climate Week, supporting young people to learn about climate change and take collective action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The programme is as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n P4-S2 Lesson in English: 11.00-11.40am Tuesday 23\/09\/25<\/p>\n\n\n\n P4-S2 Lesson in Gaelic: 1.30-2.10pm Tuesday 23\/09\/25<\/p>\n\n\n\n Early Years to P3 story time in English: 11.00-11.30am Wednesday 24\/09\/25<\/p>\n\n\n\n All ages assembly in English with Gaelic interpretation: 11.00-11.30am Tuesday 30\/09\/25<\/p>\n\n\n\n All lessons will feature a series of follow-on activities to be completed in the week between the lesson and assembly. This includes an invitation to all participating schools and nurseries to take part in our collective action activity to reduce greenhouse gas emissions with exciting prizes to be won!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Find out more and register<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n You\u2019ve received this because you are a member of our national science or STEM networks. Don\u2019t want to receive future newsletters? No problem \u2013 just let us know.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Socials<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n You can now follow us on BlueSky:<\/p>\n\n\n\n @EdScotSciences: https:\/\/bsky.app\/profile\/edscotsciences.bsky.social<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n @stemedscot: https:\/\/bsky.app\/profile\/stemedscot.bsky.social<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n @EdScotLfS: https:\/\/bsky.app\/profile\/edscotlfs.bsky.social<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n @RAiSEScotland (Twitter\/X): https:\/\/x.com\/RaiseScotland<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Networks<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Join over 2000 practitioners on our national Glow networks. Joining codes are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n STEM:<\/strong> kz41xx4<\/p>\n\n\n\n Sciences:<\/strong> uh9sf32<\/p>\n\n\n\n Learning for Sustainability:<\/strong> o4sj08j<\/p>\n\n\n\n Websites<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n STEM Nation Website and our events calendar: https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/glowblogs\/stemnation\/<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n LfS Portal: <\/p>\n\n\n\n https:\/\/education.gov.scot\/resource-themes\/learning-for-sustainability<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Email us<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n science@educationscotland.gov.scot<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n STEM@educationscotland.gov.scot<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
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