My name is Chris Woods, and I created “DailySTEM” to provide educators and families with simple STEM resources that connect the real world to learning. Our kids need to see that STEM is all around us…in the backyard, at the store, in our homes, on TV and movies, in the news… everywhere!
Life:
- I currently teach Science & Math at Southwest Middle High Academia Bilingüe in Grand Rapids, MI, one of only a few English-Spanish Dual Language secondary schools in the US (2020-Present)
- I previously taught High School Math (Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Hands-on Geometry) in Calumet, MI (1999-2020)
- I’m happily married to Sue (over 25 years) and father to 3 great kids (one of whom likes math, two who I’m still working on)
- I’m the author of Daily STEM: How to Create a STEM Culture in your Classrooms & Communities on CodeBreaker Books
Speaking & PD:
One of my favorite things is sharing simple ideas with educators to get kids enjoying learning with STEM. If you’re interested in practical & engaging STEM in your school & community, contact me for details. I love helping and inspiring!
Education:
- B.S. Mathematics, Michigan Technological University, Houghton, MI
- Masters of Education, Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion, IN
Awards & Recognition :
- 2013 Teacher of the Year, Calumet Public Schools
- 2017-2018 Michigan Dept of Ed Teacher Leadership Advisory Council
- Leadership Team, Southwest Middle High – Academia Bilingue
- Leadership Team, Calumet High School
Media:
- DailySTEM resources mentioned on The Today Show
- Ep 1 of the STEM Ed Podcast with Fi Morrison
- EVERFIK12 LearnOn Video Podcast
- EVERFIK12 STEM Learning Strategies Videos
- Activities and Ideas on the STEAM Program: Advice from Experts on Porch.com
- Ep 560 The 10-Minute Teacher Podcast with Vicki Davis
- Dyknow YouTube Channel: What does STEM Mean & Tips for Effective Teaching Videos
- Episode of Chalkboard Review’s Teacher’s Lounge
- STEM Resources featured on PITSCO Education Website
- Ep 98 Fizzics Ed Podcast wtih Ben Newsome
- Ep 98 Teachers on Fire Podcast with Tim Cavey
- Ep 131 Wired Educator Podcast with Kelly Croy
- Ep 10 Tackling Tech Podcast from Dyknow
And then there was this one time that Elon Musk replied to me:
This is amazing https://t.co/zNaE8p2nHs
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) October 4, 2018