Professional Development
The Southwest Section of the American Association of Petroleum Geologists (AAPG) Convention-sponsored K-12 Teacher Workshop is designed to empower teachers with the necessary skills to effectively teach earth science and energy concepts to their students. The workshop provides hands-on training, lesson plans, and resources to help engage students and foster a love for science. The workshop’s mission is to empower teachers to effectively teach earth science and energy concepts through standards-aligned content and professional development. Teachers will also learn about STEM career opportunities in earth science and energy industries.
Workshop Date and Time:
TBD – September 2026
Rock Solid: Teaching with Energy will be held in Midland, TX and is FREE to teachers with a $25 refundable registration fee. Coffee and light breakfast will be provided from 7:15 am to 7:45 am to kick off a day of fun! Lunch is included and refreshments will be provided throughout the day. Upon completion of the workshop, each participant will receive a certificate providing 8 CPE hours. Teachers can learn more about the workshop content by exploring our Energy Excursions courses In Pursuit of the Safe Well, How Much Water Does it Take, and Energize the Future. Learn more at www.energyexcursions.com.
Teachers will also learn about STEM career opportunities in earth science and energy industries.
*There is a $25 registration fee for the workshop, but this fee is refunded upon arrival to the workshop.
- Programs forAll Ages
- STEM FocusScience, Engineering Keywords: Earth and Environmental Science, Engineering
- Audience ReachTexas
- Scholarships AvailableNo
- Sponsor or FunderSouthwest Section - American Association of Petroleum Geologists, West Texas Geological Society
