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Leading Light

At AEM for Educators, we strive to recognize and support teachers by offering active opportunities for engagement in purposeful content, aiming to increase retention and support the development of engaging lessons in the classroom. Click here to learn more about our educator

Collaboration Opportunities!

Leading Light Water Bottle!
- Our signature water bottle features a path for you to collect stickers from each AEM event you attend, Live or Virtual!

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Live Location

Leading Light Meet and Greet

Leading Light LIVE Opportunities re a chance for educators to get together at a site that has been chosen to enjoy

Our GOAL is to create an atmosphere for connection and collaboration!

  • Leading Light Events take place at Local Venues such as coffee houses, parks or other public settings.

On-line

Leading Light Webinar

We're looking for passionate educators who are committed to making a positive impact in the lives of their students. Whether you're a seasoned teacher or just starting out, we welcome educators from all backgrounds and experience levels to join our community.

  • If you're passionate about teaching and want to connect with like-minded educators, we encourage you to apply to join our movement!

Upcoming Events

  • Manatee Discovery Day
    Manatee Discovery Day
    Sun, Mar 02
    Orange City
    Mar 02, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    Orange City, 2100 W French Ave, Orange City, FL 32763, USA
    $20 discount if ordered by Jan 31 (AEM20) Morning focus: research practices, data collection, challenges, trends, and actions to help manatees. Includes Q&A, educational materials, and a manatee scar identification activity. Afternoon: St. Jons River Cruise led by a Florida Naturalist.
  • Discovery Day - ORCA: Ocean Research and Conservation Association Inc
    Discovery Day - ORCA: Ocean Research and Conservation Association Inc
    Sat, Apr 05
    Team Orca Citizen Science
    Apr 05, 2025, 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM
    Team Orca Citizen Science, 1235 16th Street Vero Beach, FL 32960
    Join AEM and Team ORCA as we dive into the world of STEAM as it relates to one of North America’s most biodiverse ecosystems, The Indian River Lagoon. During this one day workshop, we will travel(on own) to the ORCA headquarters in Vero Beach, Florida. During the workshop, educator participants wi
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  • Discovery Day - Marine Discovery
    Discovery Day - Marine Discovery
    Membership Offer
    Sat, Oct 19
    New Smyrna Beach
    Oct 19, 2024, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    New Smyrna Beach, 520 Barracuda Blvd, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32169, USA
    AEM Sponsored event in collaboration with Marine Discovery!
  • Discovery Day - ORCA: Ocean Research and Conservation Association Inc
    Discovery Day - ORCA: Ocean Research and Conservation Association Inc
    Sat, Aug 24
    Location is TBD
    Aug 24, 2024, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    Location is TBD
    This event is hosted by AEM in Collaboration with ORCA! Limited to 10 educators
  • Leading Light Bioluminescence Kayak Tour
    Leading Light Bioluminescence Kayak Tour
    Sat, Jul 06
    Mims
    Jul 06, 2024, 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    Mims, Courtenay Pkwy N, Mims, FL, USA
    Join us on July 6th at Haulover Canal for other 8:30 pm tour and experience a biological wonder! You will need to use the link here to reserve your ticket. Space is limited and you must register with A Day Away. SEE LINK BELOW
  • Mote Marine Discovery Day
    Mote Marine Discovery Day
    Mon, Jun 03
    Sarasota
    Jun 03, 2024, 9:45 AM – 3:00 PM
    Sarasota, 1600 Ken Thompson Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34236, USA
    Space is Limited! Join AEM as we travel to Mote Marine to learn more about Blue holes and how to incorporate data and inquiry based lessons in our classrooms!
  • Leading Light Virtual Event
    Leading Light Virtual Event
    Sat, May 11
    Webinar ZOOM
    May 11, 2024, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM EDT
    Webinar ZOOM
  • Leading Light Enchanted Gardens Scavenger Hunt and Picnic
    Leading Light Enchanted Gardens Scavenger Hunt and Picnic
    Membership Offer
    Sat, Apr 27
    Titusville
    Apr 27, 2024, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Titusville, 444 Columbia Blvd, Titusville, FL 32780, USA
    Free event, Donations accepted- Join AEM educators for a Hike in the Enchanted Forest sanctuary, followed by a light lunch and great conversation. (Bring your lunch) Goosechase Scavenger Hunt - CODE: P8DEPW Prize for Winner All attendees will receive a Leading Light Sticker for their Water Bottles
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