2026 GCCC Stem Teacher Summit Speaker
Meet our Keynote Speaker
Steve Spangler
Science should be unforgettable.
And Steve Spangler makes sure it is.
Best-selling author, STEM educator, and television personality, Steve Spangler is known worldwide for transforming science into hands-on, mind-blowing learning experiences. He’s the creator behind YouTube’s first viral science video — the iconic Mentos and Diet Coke experiment — and today his science content across social media platforms has surpassed 4.5 billion views.
For more than 25 years, Steve’s books, experiments, and classroom resources have helped educators spark curiosity and dramatically increase student engagement in STEM learning.
As we gather under the theme “Today’s Educators. Tomorrow’s Innovators.”, Steve brings
the perfect message for educators who want to create powerful, lasting impact in their
classrooms.
Keynote Presentation
Best Day Ever – The Art & Science of Creating Unforgettable Learning Experiences
Steve Spangler is the science teacher you always wished you had in school. Without warning, things fizz, pop, and explode — and before long, students are chanting, “Best day ever!”
But something deeper is happening.
Amid the excitement and energy, Steve discovered that students engaged at higher levels, listened with greater intention, and were eager to learn more.
In this entertaining and inspirational keynote, Steve demonstrates that BEST DAY EVER moments are more than excitement or emotion. They are built on powerful principles that help educators design learning experiences that maximize engagement, deepen understanding, and spark creativity.
See it in Action
Experience the energy and impact of the “Best Day Ever” keynote.
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In This Presentation, Participants Will:
- Explore simple engagement strategies that create “sticky” learning connections
- Unlock the power of the scientific mindset to think differently
- Harness purpose-driven engagement to elevate classroom impact
- Leave with a renewed sense of hope, clarity, and purpose
You’ll discover that higher student engagement doesn’t happen by accident. It happens when educators intentionally create experiences that captivate, fascinate, and stimulate inquiry — all at the same time.
By the end of this keynote, you will be inspired to connect differently, challenged to think differently, and motivated to engage differently as you create your own BEST DAY EVER moments.