Learn about mining! Arizona Mining Association participates in teacher training institutes and conferences held throughout the year. Enhance your understanding of the scientific aspects of the industry and learn how to integrate career pathways and relevant topics into your classroom curriculum. Updates will be available throughout the year.
1/28/2026 Arizona Agricultural Institute Hands-On Workshops
This is a program of The University of Arizona Cooperative Extension and is sponsored by Arizona Foundation for Agricultural Literacy. This year, the program is launching a new format of (4) one-day workshops in the field which explore a variety of natural resources. Mining connections and lessons will be presented at each workshop.
5/27-5/29/2026 JTED Foundation Mining Institute
JTED Foundation and the Arizona Mining Association, present the JTED Foundation Mining Institute! The institute offers immersive, multi-day tours specifically tailored for CTE instructors in industrial manufacturing. These experiences are designed to provide educators with in-depth knowledge and practical insights into the mining field.
6/1-6/5/2026 Cu at the Mine! Teacher Academy – Session #1
6/22-6/26/2026 Cu at the Mine! Teacher Academy – Session #2
7/6-7/10/2026 Cu at the Mine! Teacher Acaedemy – Session #3
Hosted by the UA School of Mining and Mineral Resources for engineering and science teachers.Cu at the Mine! is a five-day professional development academy for teachers focused on enhancing Arizona’s middle and high school science curricula with mining and minerals-related content. Participants will engage in field trips and learn from industry professionals what mining and economic geology careers are really like, and why they provide exceptional paths for students after high school
-Courtesy of UA School of Mining Engineering and Mineral Resources
7/9-7/15/2026 Arizona’s CTE Conference
The mining industry is excited to offer teachers valuable training opportunities at the CTE Conference! Join us for a great way to bring real-world mining experiences into the classroom!