Quantum Academy

Quantum Academy

Quantum Academy seeks to bring quantum science to high school classrooms with the support of our talented Chicago Public Schools (CPS) teachers. This program is run by the NSF QuBBE (Quantum Sensing for Biophysics and Bioengineering) Center whose mission is to innovate quantum science based sensing and imaging methods to perform novel biological measurements. Quantum Academy teacher participants will be exposed to quantum science through an immersive, hands-on research experience, content instruction and information on resources and opportunities for students. Based on this learning, participants will develop a quantum science curriculum module to teach in their high school classrooms. Thus, key components of Quantum Academy will include:

1. an RET (Research Experience for Teachers) where participants will experience cutting edge research;
2. content instruction on quantum science;
3. curriculum development sessions to create high school quantum science modules based on evidence based learning goals and practices ; and
4. information sessions on opportunities for students in this growing field.

Through this program, we will facilitate a learning community to support high school teachers as they implement these new curricula over the coming academic year.

Want to learn more about the Quantum Academy? We are holding two information sessions:

• The first info session will be on February 7 at 6 pm: register HERE to receive a zoom link.
• The second info session will be on February 27 at 6 pm: register HERE to receive a zoom link.

Frequently Asked Questions

• When will the Quantum Academy happen?

  June 17 to July 26, 2024 and then periodically during the academic year 2024-25

• Where will the Quantum Academy happen?

  University of Chicago (in person)

• Who can participate in the Quantum Academy?

  Any CPS high school science teacher can participate. We particularly welcome applications from teachers who serve students in under-resourced schools. We encourage teachers from historically marginalized groups in STEM to apply.

• What will the Quantum Academy learning community look like?

  During the summer, teachers will participate in cutting-edge quantum science research and content instruction at the University of Chicago and develop curriculum modules by integrating their learnings on quantum science and best practices in science education. They will also learn about opportunities to get their students involved in quantum science learning opportunities. To follow up on this work, there will be check in meetings every few months in the following academic year to support implementation of these modules and student involvement in learning opportunities. These check in meetings will be a space to share the excitements and challenges from trying out these novel curricula, and to brainstorm learning environment designs that most benefit our students. Scholars in science education research will facilitate these meetings and provide input.

• Is there any compensation for participating in the Quantum Academy?

  Yes, all participants will receive a stipend of $9000 upon completion of the program. Payment timing and details will be discussed at time of offer.

• Can I apply for the Quantum Academy?

  Yes, we are currently accepting applications! Please follow THIS LINK to apply. Applications will close on March 17, 2024 and selected participants will be informed by April 15, 2024.

• I have questions. Who can I ask?

  Great, we would love to talk with you. Please email the Quantum Academy coordinators, Prof. Minjung Ryu (mjryu@uic.edu) or Dr. Roshni Bano (bano2@uic.edu) with any thoughts or questions.