2027 Interface STEM Conference
February 10-12, 2027
In Person at Tan-Tar-A Conference Center, Osage Beach, MO
For over 40 years, the Interface Conference has been a cornerstone for Missouri educators passionate about mathematics and science. This unique platform encourages educators to share their teaching ideas, creating collaborative space to network and exchange best practices within the STEM Education realm.
Why Attend?
- Collaborative Learning: Engage with fellow K-12 STEM educators to share and discover innovative teaching strategies.
- Inspiring Sessions: Participate in workshops and presentations that delve into the evolving landscape of STEM education. Over 120 breakout sessions planned!
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with a community dedicated to enhancing STEM instruction across Missouri.
Call for Presenters
We are looking for dynamic, passionate STEM educators who are ready to inspire their peers! Whether you’ve developed an innovative classroom strategy, implemented a unique technology, or fostered student engagement in new ways, we want to hear from you.
Submit a proposal to present at Interface 2027 and enjoy these benefits:
- Complimentary conference registration for all accepted presenters.
- The opportunity to showcase your work and contribute to professional learning statewide.
- A chance to build lasting professional connections with fellow educators.
- Proposal Window:
- First Window Opens: April 27, 2026
- Closes: June 15, 2026
- Notification of Acceptance: Fall 2026
- Selected presenters will be notified via email and provided with additional details about session scheduling and registration
- Proposal Form (coming soon)
Registration Information
The conference will no longer accept PO as a form of payment.
| Registration Periods | Full Conference | One Day (Wednesday or Thursday ONLY) | Teacher Prep/College students* $100 for whole conference/$50 per day |
| On or Before December 15, 2026 | $300 | $175 | $50/$100 |
| December 16, 2026-February 3, 2027 | $350 | $225 | $50/$100 |
| On-sight | $400 | $300 | $100 |
*This fee is for currently enrolled undergraduate students studying to become educators, who are not presently working in a district. Select Pre-service teacher during registration.
- Includes:
- Full access to all conference sessions and both keynote presentations
- Conference materials and resources
- Lunch on both full conference days, breakfast in the morning of half day
- Register Here (Coming Soon)
Are you excited about Interface 2027? Don't keep it to yourself!
Share the news with your friends and followers on social media using the links below.
- Social Media hashtag: #MOInterface2027
Conference Schedule Format
For the 2027 Interface, we will be integrating all grades K-12 across 3 days
| Day 1 (2/10/2027) | Day 2 (2/19/2026) | Day 3 (2/20/2026) |
| 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. With an evening activity from 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. With an evening activity from 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
In Person at Tan-Tar-A Conference Center at Margaritaville Lake Resort, Osage Beach, MO
We look forward to seeing you at Interface 2027!
Contact Information
| Traci Gardner Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education 573-751-1395 traci.gardner@dese.mo.gov | Christina Pitman Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education 573-751-4445 Christina.Pitman@dese.mo.gov |
Exhibitor Information
Exhibits at the Interface Conference benefit Missouri Council of Teachers of Mathematics (MCTM) and Science Teachers of Missouri (STOM) organizations.
2027 Exhibitor and Vendor forms available soon.
Exhibitor and vendor related questions may be directed to:
Bart Mitchell
bartmitchell@sbcglobal.net
573-518-4137 (Cell)