2026 PhysTEC Workshop
August 7-9, 2026, in Washington, D.C., United States
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Save the date! The 2026 PhysTEC Workshop, the nation’s largest gathering on physics teacher preparation, will be held Aug. 7–9 at the American Center for Physics, in Washington D.C.
Surround yourself with physics and physics teacher educators from around the globe and develop and strengthen professional connections. This year’s gathering is especially meaningful as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of PhysTEC—marking a quarter century of advancing physics teacher preparation and community. Don’t miss this opportunity to share your expertise and learn from and network with leaders in the field.
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Registration is now open.
Interested in volunteering? Email us at phystec@aps.org about how you can help plan our 25th anniversary celebration.
Schedule
| Friday, August 7, 2026 | |
|---|---|
| Time | Session Details |
| 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. EDT | Badge Pickup |
| 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. EDT | 25th Anniversary Networking Dinner and Lightning Talks |
Speakers
Jon Anderson
University of Minnesota
Savvy Demers
MassCUE
Eugenia Etkina
Rutgers University
Ron Hendersen
Middle Tennessee State University
Chance C. Hoellwarth
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Drew Isola (he/him)
Get the Facts Out
Lynn Jorgensen
Gilbert High School
James Kakalios
University of Minnesota
Dawson Thomas Lang
Colorado School of Mines
Duane Merrell
Brigham Young University
Spencer Perry
Indiana University
Laura Shafer
The Knowles Teacher Initiative
Donna Stokes
University of Houston
Shane Wood (he/him)
QuarkNet / Mounds View Public Schools
Travel Info
Dates and Location
August 7, 2026 - August 9, 2026
Washington, D.C.
Hotel
The Washington Grand Hyatt will serve as the host hotel for the Aug. 7–9, 2026 in-person PhysTEC Workshop in Washington, D.C. Subawardees and current awardees should contact phystec@aps.org for housing instructions. Speakers can book with registration. All other attendees book your hotel today.