



An Exceptional Event Exclusively for PreK-5 Teachers and Administrators
We’re thrilled to announce the event designed specifically for you, Sparking Curiosity: A PLTW Launch Conference! We've been listening to your needs and tracking your requests, so this event delivers what you need.
During this event you will:
Get Hands-on with Modules in the Exploratorium
We know that exploring the modules and getting to experience them is important to you. Visit the Exploratorium, the dedicated space where you can get active in the activities... of any module you choose.
Attend Sessions Focused on Your Focus
We've built a line-up of sessions driven by the topics that matter most to you. Learn, discuss, and share about topics focused specifically on the needs of early STEM educators, including strategies for implementing the activity-, project-, and problem-based learning in your classroom.
Find and Fuel Your Network
At Sparking Curiosity: A PLTW Launch Conference you will have opportunities to connect and innovate on ideas as well as share your feedback.
Agenda
The complete list of sessions, including descriptions, will be available on this page in the coming weeks.
Monday, Jan. 29
(Event kicks off at 1 p.m. CT)
- General session
- Breakout sessions
- PLTW Launch Exploratorium (Interactive space for vendors, partners, and guests)
- Opening celebration with live entertainment
- Meals included: Afternoon snack and dinner
Tuesday, Jan. 30
- General session
- Breakout sessions
- PLTW Launch Exploratorium (Interactive space for vendors, partners, and guests)
- Meals included: Breakfast, morning snack, lunch, and afternoon snack
Wednesday, Jan. 31
(Event concludes at 1 p.m. CT)
- General session
- Breakout sessions
- PLTW Launch Exploratorium (Interactive space for vendors, partners, and guests)
- Meals included: Breakfast, morning snack, and lunch
*All agendas are subject to change without notice. Additional details will be released closer to the event.
Conference Pricing and Discounts
Standard Registration
August 16, 2023 – January 10, 2024
$495*
Final Call Registration
January 11 – January 31, 2024
$695
Bring 3, Get 20% off!
Districts that bring three (3) or more people will receive 20% off the total cost of registration. Please note, your group must register together in one transaction to receive the discount.
* STEM Library Giveaway: Register by 1/10/24 to be entered to win one of five STEM Libraries consisting of 30 books for your school/district.

Travel Guidelines
We’re excited to host you in St. Louis this January and have created guidelines to help you register, book travel, and understand all health and safety guidelines.
Our Health and Safety Guidelines include:
- Sparking Curiosity: A PLTW Launch Conference registrants must follow all health and safety guidelines, which are subject to change. Any guideline changes for this conference will be updated on this page.
- Sparking Curiosity registrants must follow all federal, state, and local guidelines in place at the time of the event as well as any requirements and/or protocols issued by registrant's employer.
- Based on local or national mandates or guidance, guests may be required to wear face masks or coverings in indoor public areas and when moving around in outdoor areas of the Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch hotel. Safety and cleanliness procedures implemented at the hotel may be adjusted in consideration of local practices, government requirements and guidance, and the situation where the hotel is located.