Teacher Training Workshop
Cumming
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February 16, 2026
One immersive experience connecting Georgia educators to the science, technology, careers, and industries shaping our future.
Join Georgia Life Sciences for a hands-on professional learning experience designed to help middle and high school educators bring real-world life sciences and workforce connections into the classroom.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 16
8:30AM-3:30PM
Forsyth Conference Center at Lanier Technical College (Forsyth Campus)
3410 Ronald Reagan Blvd, Cumming, GA 3004
MedTech in Motion: Connecting Classrooms to Careers
The February 2027 Teacher Training Initiative Workshop will provide Georgia educators with hands-on exposure to the MedTech industry while highlighting the science, technology, manufacturing, quality, and innovation skills required to bring medical devices from concept to commercialization.
The event theme, "MedTech in Motion: Connecting Classrooms to Careers," will connect classroom instruction to real-world careers through industry-led sessions featuring technical content, hands-on activities, and workforce applications, including Getting the Device to Market- All Under One Roof; The Chemistry of X-Ray, Safety, Cleanroom, and Controlled Environments; Nanoparticle Veterinary Medicine
Each session will include:
- Specific industry and technical skills
- Hands-on educator activity
- Career pathways connected to the topic
- Connections to Georgia's growing MedTech workforce
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Middle and high school science, STEM, biotechnology, and CTAE educators interested in expanding career-connected learning and preparing students for the diverse opportunities emerging across Georgia’s life sciences economy.
To learn more, email rmartin@galifesciences.org.
