Vernier Science Education

This fall, Vernier is putting classroom sensor technology directly into the hands of 15 educators through the Science in Motion Sweepstakes. The grand prize winner gets their choice of one Classroom Pack of Go Direct® Temperature Probes or one Dynamics Cart and Track System with Go Direct Sensor Carts, a Vernier e-book, two hours of professional development, a one-year Graphical Analysis® Pro subscription, a t-shirt, and Mo the Motion Detector plushie. Plus, 14 more educators will take home a Go Direct® sensor or Vernier swag. For science coordinators and department chairs looking to champion their teachers this back-to-school season, this is worth sharing. Entries are open through September 18. Enter here: https://lnkd.in/erbSX9Sf #ScienceInMotion #BackToSchool2026 #STEMEducation #Giveaway

Supporting education starts with supporting people. This summer, the Vernier team took on a wellness challenge together, and one of the highlights was a hike out to the Vernier condo. Getting outside together is one of the ways we live out our commitment to taking care of our people and our environment. Vernier has been mission-driven since Dave Vernier founded the company in his garage in 1981, and that mission extends to how we show up for each other, not just for the educators and students we serve. Fresh air, good company, and some well-earned views made for a pretty great afternoon. #EdTech #STEMEd #TeamVernier

Welcome to the Vernier Trendsetters Community, Mike Amante! 🎉 Mike, an engineering and computer science teacher at New Hartford Central Schools in New York, is one of seven educators selected to join this year's Vernier Trendsetters cohort. When asked what he's most looking forward to, Mike shared: "I'm most looking forward to exploring how we can leverage real-world data collection to drive meaningful projects, turning abstract concepts into hands-on experiences that spark curiosity and prepare our students for the world ahead." Congratulations, Mike—we're excited to have you on the team! The Vernier Trendsetters Community brings together experienced high school science educators who present at national conferences, lead webinars, and share what actually works in real classrooms. Know an outstanding high school science educator who loves sharing ideas and learning alongside peers? Learn more about the Vernier Trendsetters community: https://lnkd.in/g3_nTt8c Read Mike's feature in The Town Crier: https://lnkd.in/eiZGsmUT #VernierTrendsetters #STEMEducation #ITeachScience

Last week at the NCCEP/GEAR UP Annual Conference in Washington, DC, was a reminder of why this partnership matters. Across the country, GEAR UP programs are creating opportunities for students who might not otherwise have access to hands-on science—giving them the chance to investigate, analyze, and discover for themselves. Thank you to National Council for Community and Education Partnerships (NCCEP) for bringing together educators and leaders who are committed to expanding opportunity for students through GEAR UP. Thank you to our partner, Texas Instruments Education, for helping us support STEM learning and connect with educators throughout the conference. Thank you to Misty Heredia from UTRGV GEAR UP and Cathy Cardenas from Utah Valley University GEAR UP for sharing what thoughtful program implementation can achieve for students, and to every GEAR UP director, coordinator, and educator who stopped by Booth 307 to share ideas and talk with us about expanding access to STEM learning. If you missed us in DC, we'd love to continue the conversation. ✉️ k12outreach@vernier.com #GEARUPWorks #EdTech #STEMEd

Fall planning is already underway for many schools and districts. Whether you're building purchase orders, evaluating new science tools, or helping teachers prepare for the year ahead, having the right resources in one place makes the process a little easier. We've pulled together our fall planning hub with top-selling products, new releases, classroom investigations, and getting-started resources to help you prepare for a successful school year. Take a look and see what's new for fall: https://vernier.science/ #EdTech #STEMEd #ITeachScience #BacktoSchool2026

What if employability skills weren't treated as a high school initiative—but as something students develop throughout their entire K–12 experience? That's one of the biggest takeaways from new research by Marzano Research, conducted for the U.S. Department of Education. After reviewing more than 22,000 resources, the researchers found that skills like communication, adaptability, technology fluency, and problem-solving aren't "nice to have"—they're essential outcomes that should be intentionally developed across grade levels and subject areas. As Trudy Cherasaro of Marzano Research put it, “We can’t treat employability skills as an add‑on. They must really be intentionally developed throughout the education experience and connected to real‑world context.” Carolina Cano, Assistant Director of CTE for Portland Public Schools, also added: "[Employability skills] shouldn't just be a CTE thing. It shouldn't be siloed. It should be across all content, and as early as pre-K." In a recent webinar, David Yanoski of Marzano Research joined district leaders from Houston ISD, West Ada School District, and Portland Public Schools to explore what this looks like in practice. Our recent blog post highlights five key takeaways from that conversation, including a practical framework for making employability skills visible and measurable across a district. Read the full post: https://lnkd.in/gGMY2VUN #EdTech #STEMEd #ITeachCTE

We are proud to support the Vernier Emerging Science Education Leaders Scholarship and congratulations to the 2026 VESELS Scholars. Thank you to the scholars, the mentors, and the NSELA Membership Subcommittee for making it happen. A community that sends its alumni back as mentors is doing something right.

What a way to kick off GEAR UP! 🎉 Yesterday's pre-conference session brought together educators and program leaders who are passionate about expanding access to hands-on STEM learning—and the conversations were just as inspiring as the presentations. Vernier Trendsetters Chris Coker, Crystal McDowell, and Eric Robinson shared how hands-on science is transforming learning in their classrooms. They were followed by GEAR UP leaders who shared what it takes to build and sustain STEM opportunities that make a lasting impact for students. One thing was clear throughout the afternoon: when educators come together to share ideas, challenges, and successes, everyone leaves with something they can take back to their students. Thank you to everyone who joined us—we're excited for the rest of the week! If you're at GEAR UP, stop by Booth 307. We'd love to see you. #GEARUPWorks #NCCEP2026 #ITeachSTEM #EdLeaders #EducationLeadership #VernierTrendsetters #VernierTrendsetter

TOMORROW! #GEARUPWorks #EdTech #ITeachSTEM