Columbia Gorge STEM Hub

05/27/2026

There are still a few days left to secure your spot at 4-H Summer Conference in June! Remember, you do not have to be a 4-H member to attend so consider bringing a friend.

Don't forget to check in with your local Extension Office about registration scholarships!

https://extension.oregonstate.edu/4h/summer-conference

05/27/2026

The Dalles High School is hiring for several CTE teacher positions - see the full post below!

Are you interested in sharing your passion for your industry? Become a CTE teacher and help shape future industry professionals! The Dalles High School is hiring for the following positions:

CTE Information and Communications Technology - Computers 1.0 FTE

CTE Manufacturing - Welding 1.0 FTE

CTE Health Sciences - Health Occupations 0.4 FTE (possibly 1.0 with grant)

To apply, visit the North Wasco County School District 21 website
https://www.nwasco.k12.or.us/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=2709241&type=d&pREC_ID=2290469

05/27/2026

05/27/2026

The Congressional App Challenge is the official computer science competition of the House of Representatives.

Since its inception in 2013, the Congressional App Challenge has grown to become the most prestigious prize in computer science. Over 30,000 students have participated in the Congressional App Challenge across 308 Congressional Districts in 49 states and five U.S. territories.

From May 15th to October 26th, Rep. Salinas will be hosting a Congressional App Challenge for middle school and high school students of all coding skills in OR-6.

The Congressional App Challenge urges all students to enter the competition, as it encourages critical thinking and creativity for those of all computer science experience levels.

We hope that you will encourage your students to get involved in this transformative initiative this year. In congressional districts around the country, educators have assigned the program as
extra credit, implemented it as a part of their curriculum, or assigned it as a summer project.

To learn more about the rules, prizes, and more, you can visit their website.

https://www.congressionalappchallenge.us/students/

05/27/2026

Ship-to-shore interactions sign-up is officially open! Bring the excitement of deep-sea exploration LIVE to your classroom, science center, museum, aquarium, or community event. Live ship-to-shore interactions with allow students to engage in a unique two-way, live dialogue with the educators, scientists, and engineers of the . Live interactions are available free to classroom and community event audiences. All live interactions are pre-scheduled to match your teaching schedule. Sign-up for your FREE interaction here: https://bit.ly/3PJcr66

05/27/2026

Dive into ocean-themed fun at the library on Saturday, May 30th! Create beautiful marine crafts, complete a scavenger hunt, and add to collaborative educational displays at your own pace anytime during the day in the main part of the library.

There will also be special programs happening at certain times. For younger children, there will be a storytime and puppet show in the Children's Room at 10:30.

At 12:15, school-age children, teens, and lifelong learners are invited to watch and participate in an interactive ocean science demonstration in the Meeting Room.

Afterwards, at around 1:00, we'll be watching a beloved movie about the search for a little orange clownfish (there will be a boatload of snacks to enjoy!).

Stick around to win prizes at ocean animal trivia at 2:45.

We hope to see you there!

05/22/2026

Registration is now open for 4-H Summer Conference! Visit our webpage for all the details.

https://extension.oregonstate.edu/4h/summer-conference

05/22/2026

Calling all first year exhibitors/beginners! Join us for a beginner-friendly showmanship clinic at the fairgrounds to learn the basics before fair season.
🌟Optional- Bring your own animal for a hands on experience!

05/22/2026

🌎 FREE K-12 Teacher PD Opportunity!

Learn about Pacific Northwest earthquakes, plate tectonics, and tsunami science through a free self-paced online course from the University of Portland. Includes classroom-ready lesson plans aligned to NGSS standards.

✅ Earn 28 Professional Development Units

To register, email Bob Butler at [email protected].