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Ready to power up your semiconductor knowledge? Join us for a one-day event that will help you discover how to bring semiconductor education to life. This engaging one-day event is designed for K–20 educators, administrators, deans, and guidance counselors eager to integrate semiconductors and STEM career exploration into their curriculum. 
 
Through interactive sessions, hands-on activities, and expert-led discussions, you’ll gain insights into the rapidly growing semiconductor industry.  
 
Walk away with practical tools, fresh ideas, and inspiration to spark student interest and prepare the next generation of engineers, scientists, and innovators.

Thursday, November 6

Free & open to all K-20 Educators
8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Malachowsky Hall, Room 7200 
1889 Museum Rd, Gainesville, FL 32606

Agenda

TimeSession
8:30 – 9:00 AMRegistration & Breakfast
9:00 – 9:20 AMWelcome from FSI
David P. Arnold, Ph.D., Director, UF | Florida Semiconductor Institute
9:25 – 10:10 AM
10:14 – 11:00 AM		Tour of Malachowsky and NRF (FSI Lab and Cleanroom)
Group 1: NRF Lab -> FSI Lab
Group 2: FSI Lab -> NRF Lab
11:00 – 11:15 AMRefreshment Break
11:15 – 11:35 AMEarly Learning Integration
Description: FSI will highlight curriculum and classroom resources-including SemiClubs and the annual Chip in Florida Challenge-that help integrate semiconductor concepts into everyday STEM lessons.
11:35 – 12:00 PMSMART USA Updates
Description: Representatives from SMART USA will provide the latest updates on membership opportunities, in-kind contributions, and upcoming initiatives.
12:00 – 1:15 PMExtended Lunch
Please use this time to network and visit the Welcome Center accross the street.
1:15 – 1:45 PMPanel – Learning in Action: How Our Partners are Bringing Semiconductor Education to Life
Description: Hear directly from education partners actively implementing semiconductor programs as they share experiences with curriculum approvals, program integration, equipment investments, and key lessons learned along the way.
1:45 – 2:15 PMCurrent Funding Opportunities for Districts and State Colleges
2:15 – 2:45 PMState of the Union Address
Description: Gain the latest insights on workforce and industry trends with an update on employment numbers, emerging challenges, and opportunities shaping the future of our economy.
2:45 – 2:55 PMRefreshment Break
2:55 – 3:20 PMBuilding Bridges: Industry-Education Partnerships that Deliver Results
Description: Discover how Hernando County is driving workforce growth by building strong partnerships between industry and education to launch programs in advanced manufacturing and emerging technologies.
3:20 – 3:30 PMClosing Remarks & Q&A

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For any questions regarding this event, please contact: Beline Lafayette, FSI Event Coordinator at bcherichel@ufl.edu.