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ScienceTrust President, Sheila Valdez

A scientist and leading science consultant to schools and educational systems across the nation, Sheila is an innovative and dedicated advocate for science education. Her passions and work in the STEM field have led her to advise and collaborate with an incredible roster of organizations and initiatives, all in service of improving the quality and accessibility of science instruction for all students. 

  • NASA - Collaborator on educational projects that promote learning through the integration of NASA data sets, images, and resources. 
  • Femineer - Program Leader. Promotes STEM among young women, and has established a sustainable STEM community in Central Valley, CA.
  • CA NGSS K–8 Early Implementation Initiative - Project Director. Built a renowned science program for 34 schools, and continues to advocate for NGSS Implementation by empowering K–12 teachers.
  • OpenSciEd State Steering Committee - CA Representative. Support teachers directly and fosters community with leaders across the US.
  • WestEd Science and Engineering - Program Manager and Professional Learning Specialist. Collaborate nationwide with state leaders, educators, and other OpenSciEd curriculum developers to strengthen instruction in science. 

ScienceTrust Services

Core Curriculum Implementation

Core Curriculum Implementation

Core Curriculum Implementation

We guide schools through high-quality science curriculum adoption, ensuring teachers have the support, tools, and confidence to bring NGSS-aligned instruction to life. From launch to long-term sustainability, we help build coherent, student-centered science programs.

Leadership Coaching

Core Curriculum Implementation

Core Curriculum Implementation

We partner with site and district leaders to strengthen their vision for strong science teaching. Through strategic planning, capacity building, and ongoing coaching, leaders learn to cultivate the systems, culture, and instructional coherence needed for science to thrive.

Professional Learning

Professional Learning

Professional Learning

We design and facilitate hands-on, research-aligned professional learning that strengthens teacher practice. Educators deepen their understanding of sense-making, phenomena-based instruction, and equitable science teaching — while building the confidence to implement new strategies immediately.

Keynote Presentations

Professional Learning

Professional Learning

Sheila delivers engaging, energizing keynotes that connect research, practice, and real classroom experience. Her talks inspire educators to reimagine what’s possible in science education and provide practical insights to move instruction forward with clarity and purpose.

All students deserve to engage in meaningful learning that prepares them for the future.

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