Stemie Fest 2026

Nov 09–10, 2026 . 12:00-4:00 PM U.S. EST . Virtual Free Event
The sixth biannual STEMIEFest is a free virtual gathering of families, early childhood, early intervention, and early childhood special education professionals and faculty, and others to engage in innovative and evidence-informed STEM learning experiences and activities.

Our theme this year is: Noticing the Thinking: Building Early STEM Programs that Inspire Lifelong Curiosity. We are focused on encouraging adults in children’s lives to observe, interpret, and nurture children’s emerging science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) ideas.

Participants can earn a certificate of participation or .8 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for attending.
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Live stream opens 9 November, 12:00 ET

Speakers

The Lineup

Chih Ing Lim
Host

Chih Ing Lim

Chih-Ing Lim, Ph.D., brings a sense of curiosity and creative…

Megan Vinh
Host

Megan Vinh

Megan Vinh, PhD, is a Senior Technical Assistance Specialist at…

Doug Clements
Speaker

Doug Clements

Douglas H. Clements, Distinguished University Professor, Kennedy Endowed Chair in…

Julie Sarama
Speaker

Julie Sarama

Julie Sarama is Distinguished University Professor and Kennedy Endowed Chair…

Agenda

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14:15 Presentation

Computational Thinking in Early Childhood: Beyond Engagement with Technology

Carmen Brown Carmen Brown 31 min