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E-Blast January 14, 2010
January 14 - 27, 2010 - Science Matters Network Michigan eBlast
Sponsored by the National and Michigan Science Teachers Associations - NSTA/MSTA
In this E-Blast
- Leadership
- The Science Matters Network in Michigan
- Science Humor
- MEAP, MME, and MDE Science
- Science Matters to Parents
- Student Activities and Opportunities
- Grants
- K-12 Science
- High School Science
- Middle School and High School Science
- Elementary and Middle School Science
- Elementary School Science
- January Contest
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Here are your science education resources and announcements for January 14 - 27, 2010 provided by the Science Matters Network. These science education highlights are emailed to Key Leaders, Points of Contact and State Partners. Please forward them on to other science educators in your school. If you have questions or comments, please forward them to:
David Bydlowski
Michigan Coordinator-Science Matters Network
bydlowd@resa.net
http://bap.nsta.org
http://www.msta-mich.org/smn
or
Sue Campbell
MSTA Representative
sue@ucia2.com
http://www.msta-mich.org
Please Note: If you do not receive the full e-blast you can view it at: http://msta-mich.org/smn or request a Word version by emailing: bydlowd@resa.net You can also listen to the e-blast, as a podcast, by visiting: http://k12science.net and clicking on Podcasts or you can subscribe at iTunes by searching for k12science in the iTunes Store.
1. Leadership
"Never quit. It is the easiest cop-out in the world. Set a goal and don't quit until you attain it. When you do attain it, set another goal, and don't quit until you reach it. Never quit."
Bear Bryant
Thank you to Herm Boatin, Science consultant and lecturer, University of Michigan-Dearborn, for contributing this leadership quote.
The Science Matters Network In Michigan
2a. Does it Cost to be a Member of the Science Matters Community?
There is no cost associated with being part of the NSTA Science Matters community. Also, membership in NSTA or MSTA is not required.
[ Top ]Science Humor
3a. Let's Have Some Fun
Teacher: I hope I didn't see you looking at Fred's Science Test, Tommy.
Tommy: I hope you didn't, too, sir.
Talking about attributes...
Andy was having a rough day on the playground. He kept climbing and falling, climbing and falling. More frustrated than hurt with his scrapes and bruises, he proclaimed: I wish there was no such thing as hard!
A school started a sex education program, and on the first day little Megan came home and told her mother... We learned how to make babies today. Stunned at the speed with which the subject was being taught, her mother asked... All right, tell me how you make babies. Megan said...You drop the y and add i.e.s!
[ Top ]MEAP, MME and MDE Science
4a. Revised MEAP Testing Schedules
Revised MEAP test schedules are now posted on the MEAP web page:
http://michigan.gov/meap
You may reach them directly at:
http://www.michigan.gov/documents/mde/MEAP_Schedule_Fall_2009_through_Fall_2013_Revised_4-8-09_282525_7.pdf
4b. MDE Posts Lessons of Effective Instruction Videos for Professional Development
The Curriculum and Instruction Unit in the Office of Educational Improvement and Innovation has posted a series of videotaped Lessons of Effective Instruction and related documents to the Michigan Department of Education website. The Lessons of Effective Instruction were developed by and feature Michigan teachers engaged with teaching and learning in their own elementary, middle and high school classrooms. These lessons were designed for use by teachers, schools, or districts, individually or in groups, to model, problem solve, and spark reflection and professional learning. Each lesson is accompanied by a PDF document with questions that will generate reflection and discussion. The lessons incorporate Fred Newmann's widely accepted Standards for Teaching and Learning (higher-order thinking, deep knowledge, substantive conversation, and connections to the world beyond the classroom) and meet Standards, Benchmarks, and Grade Level/Course Content Expectations and Guidelines. To access these lessons and bookmark them for future use, go to:
http://www.michigan.gov/mde/0,1607,7-140-6530_30334_51042-219150--,00.html
Science Matters to Parents
5a. What Can a Parent Do to Support Good Science Education
- Learn about and investigate the natural world with your child. You don't have to know all the answers.
- Instill in your child the belief that he/she can succeed in science and that hard work pays off.
- Encourage your child to read about science and scientists and provide opportunities for them to explore science in your community.
- Learn to recognize a standards-based K-12 science program.
- Talk with your child's teacher about their needs, concerns, and expectations for students in science.
- Volunteer to help in the classroom during science activities and learn with your child.
- Advocate for the resources necessary for a standards-based K-12 science program.
- Learn about the Michigan Grade Level Content Expectations and the Michigan Graduation Standards in science and how they are used in the school's science program.
Student Activities and Opportunities
6a. West Michigan Science Challenge
The West Michigan Science Challenge is a student program offered by the Muskegon Area Math & Science Center as an opportunity for students and student teams to become involved in creative problem solving in the areas of mathematics, science and engineering. Students develop science experiments and submit them for judging and exhibition, using methods similar to those employed by scientists. This opportunity is open for students in Muskegon, Oceana, Ottawa, and Newaygo Counties enrolled in grades 5-12, either individually or in teams of two. Applications for participation in the 2010 Science Challenge (held on March 18, 2010) are due March 4, 2010. Details and application materials are available online at: http://www.muskegonisd.org/departments/mathscience/studentpgms/science-challenge/
[ Top ]6b. National Youth Camp
Applications are now available for the 2010 National Youth Science Camp. The Michigan Department of Education is looking for the top two seniors to represent Michigan. This extraordinary opportunity brings together the best high school seniors from around the country for a month of collaboration, cooperation, and fun. The camp includes normal camping activities, along with visits from top scientists and a trip to Washington DC. All expenses are paid. Please visit:
http://www.nysc.org/2010
for more information and for the student application. Seniors must submit their applications before January 22, 2010.
6c. Kids' Science Challenge
In a nutshell, they are asking kids in grades 3-6 to come up with an original idea or design that relates to three fields of scientific inquiry or engineering: Sports on Mars, Detective (forensic) Science, and Bio-Inspired Designs. The Entry that is judged in each field to be the most original will win the Grand Prize for that field - a visit with the scientist or engineer to collaborate with him or her on the winning idea, along with possible appearances in Kids' Science Challenge videos and Pulse of the Planet radio programs and other media. But many entrants will win prizes. The deadline to register is February 28, 2010. For more information, please visit: http://www.kidsciencechallenge.com/
[ Top ]6d. Use Science to Solve Real World Problems
The Christopher Columbus Awards Program combines science and technology with community problem solving. Students work in teams with the help of an adult coach to identify an issue they care about and, using science and technology, work with experts, conduct research and put their ideas to the test to develop an innovative solution. Eight finalist teams and their coaches will receive an all-expense-paid trip to Walt Disney World® to attend National Championship Week and compete for U.S. Savings Bonds and the $25,000 Columbus Foundation Community Grant, plus a $200 development grant to further refine their idea. The competition is open to middle school-aged children; teams do not need to be affiliated with a school to enter. The deadline to enter is February 8, 2010. For more information, please visit: http://www.christophercolumbusawards.com/
[ Top ]6e. Upcoming Deadlines
January 22, 2010: Deadline for High School seniors to apply for the National Youth Science Camp. For more information, please visit: http://www.nysc.org/2010
January 31, 2010: Last day for 7th - 12th grade students to enter the DuPont Challenge Science Essay Competition. For more information, please visit: http://thechallenge.dupont.com/
January 31, 2010: Deadline for 5th grade students to enter the 2010 Arbor Day National Poster Contest. For more information, please visit: http://www.arborday.org/kids/postercontest/?gclid=CLCm54Prr5wCFQebnAod5B5Ckg
January 31, 2010: Deadline for elementary students to enter the Siemens We Can Change the World Challenge. For more information, please visit: http://www.wecanchange.com
February 1, 2010: Projects due for the Waste Limitation Management and Recycling Design Challenge, for middle school students. For more information, please visit: http://wlmr.nasa.gov/
February 2, 2010: Deadline for K-12 students to apply for the Toshiba/NSTA ExploraVision Awards Program. For more information, please visit: http://www.exploravision.org
February 3, 2010: Deadline for high schools to apply for the USA Biology Olympiad. For more information, please visit: http://www.cee.org/programs/usabo/teacher-info
February 5, 2010: Deadline for high school minority seniors to apply for the American Physical Society's Physics Scholarship. For more information, please visit: http://www.aps.org/programs/minorities/honors/scholarship
February 8, 2010: Deadline for middle school students to enter the Christopher Columbus Awards Program-Innovative Generation. For more information, please visit: http://www.christophercolumbusawards.com/
February 12, 2010: Deadline for high school teachers to apply to participate in the MI Envirothon. For more information, please visit: http://www.michiganenvirothon.org
February 28, 2010: Deadline for students in grades 3-6 to enter the Kids' Science Challenge. For more information, please visit: http://www.kidsciencechallenge.com/
March 1, 2010: Deadline for high school students to enter the DASH+ Challenge. For more information, please visit: http://www.fuelourfuturenow.com/contest/
March 1, 2010: Deadline for students in grades 3-12 to enter the Engineer Girl! Essay Contest. For more information, please visit: http://www.engineergirl.org/?id=3821
March 1, 2010: Deadline for the 2010 Citizen Science Paper Competition for High School Students. For more information, please visit: http://www.sustainus.org/citizenscience
March 1, 2010: Deadline for 7th - 12th grade students to apply for the Young Naturalist Award. For more information, please visit: http://www.amnh.org/nationalcenter/youngnaturalistawards/
March 4, 2010: Deadline for grade 5-12 students to register for the West Michigan Science Challenge to take place on March 18. For more information, please visit: http://www.muskegonisd.org/departments/mathscience/studentpgms/science-challenge/
March 15, 2010: Deadline for high school students to enter the DNA Day Essay Contest. For more information, please visit: http://www.ashg.org/education/dnaday.shtml
March 15, 2010: Deadline for middle school students to enter the Siemens We Can Change the World Challenge. For more information, please visit: http://www.wecanchange.com
[ Top ]Grants
7a. Free State Funded Program for Michigan Schools
Your school may be eligible for a FREE energy program funded by the State of Michigan! Energy Works Michigan, a non-profit organization, is administering this exciting program funded by the State of Michigan. The program is designed to save Michigan's K-12 schools energy and money, enhance educational opportunities for students, and create green collar jobs modernizing our schools. Benefits:
- Investment-Grade Energy Audit - a $10,000 value
- Energy Action Plan
- Additional $5,000 Matching Grant Opportunity
- Teacher Professional Development
- Laboratory Kits
- Energy Savings!!!
To learn more and submit your school's application, visit:
http://www.EnergyWorksMichigan.org
7b. Field Trip Grant
The Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs announces the availability of School Bus Fast Grants - grants of up to $500 per K-12 school building for the documented transportation cost of a field trip to designated MCACA-affiliated arts and culture organizations. The deadline to apply is February 8, 2010. Application, guidelines and the list of organizations are available. For more information, contact Carolyn Damstra, Program Manager:
(517) 241-3968
damstrac@michigan.org
http://www.themedc.org/Arts/Grant-Program/Default.aspx
7c. Upcoming Deadlines
Rolling Deadline for the Michigan Renewable Energy Schools Program. For more information, please visit:
http://www.energyworksmichigan.org/michigan-renewable-schools-program
January 18, 2010: Deadline to apply for the Toyota Tapestry Grants for K-12 Teachers. For more information, please visit: http://www.nsta.org/pd/tapestry
January 29, 2010: Deadline for teachers to apply for the Global Learning Adventure of grants of $5000 to $10,000. For more information, please visit: http://www.fundforteachers.org
February 8, 2010: Deadline for K-12 Schools to apply for the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs School Bus Fast Grants. For more information, please visit: http://www.themedc.org/Arts/Grant-Program/Default.aspx
February 12, 2010: Deadline to apply for the Lowe's Toolbox for Education Grant Program. For more information, please visit: http://www.toolboxforeducation.com/
February 15, 2010: Deadline to apply for the Seed for Education Grant. For more information, please visit: http://www.for-wild.org/sfecvr.html
April 15, 2010: Deadline to apply for the Salmon in the Classroom Project. For more information, please visit: http://www.michigan.gov/sic
[ Top ]K-12 Science
8a. Educational Resources Available from NASA
The Central Operation of Resources for Educators (CORE) is a worldwide distribution center for NASA's educational multimedia materials. Educators may purchase exciting materials for a minimal charge. Please visit: http://education.nasa.gov/edprograms/core/home/index.html
[ Top ]8b. Detroit Tigers Weather Day
Weather Day, April 29, is an exciting chance for students to participate in a field trip that is both educational and fun. The event will feature an on-field, interactive presentation by a Detroit area meteorologist that will focus on the weather's influence on baseball. The presentation will focus on a wide range of topics to showcase baseball as more than just a sport. After the learning portion is finished, your students will be rewarded with a baseball game featuring the Detroit Tigers vs. the Minnesota Twins! It will be a fun, yet educational day for you and your students! For more information, please contact:
Sara Gendernalik
Sara.Gendernalik@detroittigers.com
(313) 471-2233
8c. Learn the Science Behind Winter Olympic Athletes Movements
How does angular momentum help figure skater Rachael Flatt achieve the perfect triple toe loop? How does elastic collision allow three-time Olympic hockey player Julie Chu convert a game-winning slapshot? How do Newton's Three Laws of Motion propel short-track speed skater J.R. Celski to the finish line? These are just a few of the scientific principles explored in a special 16-part video series entitled "The Science of the Olympic Winter Games," presented by NBC Learn, NBC Olympics and the National Science Foundation. In each piece in the series, an NSF-supported scientist explains the selected scientific principle, while Olympic athletes describe how these principles apply to their respective sports. The science is broken down by capturing the athletes' movements with a state-of-the-art, high-speed camera called the Phantom Cam, which can capture movement at rates of up to 1,500frames per second. This allows frame-by-frame illustrations of Newton's Three Laws of Motion, the Law of Conservation of Angular Momentum, friction, drag, speed, velocity and other scientific concepts. View the free videos at: http://www.nbclearn.com/olympics
[ Top ]8d. Winter Ecology Institute
During an intensive two-day winter experience, K-12 teachers will have the opportunity to participate in sessions that explore selected topics in winter ecology. A majority of the institute will take place in the nivean environment of the forested landscape surrounding the Ford Forestry Center in Alberta, MI. Winter field experience options will include: exploring winter habitats of plants, animals and insects; measuring temperatures and characteristics of microhabitats: collecting and identifying snowflakes as part of the Global Snowflake Network; understanding the snowpack-temperature profile, structure, and thermal properties; investigating cold effects on the body and properties of insulating materials; experiencing life in the subnivean-a night in a quinzee; observing the winter night sky. To register, please contact Loret Roberts at loret@copperisd.org
[ Top ]8e. Incite Creativity and Encourage Imagination
iRobotCorp. has launched an education initiative called SPARK (Starter Programs for the Advancement of Robotics Knowledge). At:
http://iRobot.com
educators, parents and students can find robot-related resources to help build science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) curricula and use the wonder and genius of robots to inspire in K-12 students a curiosity and interest in these subjects. SPARK's comprehensive library of educational resources includes (1) robot-related tools, activities, events/camps and development platforms to help build STEM curricula and foster in students an appreciation and passion for STEM; (2) inspirational stories that demonstrate how robots are already making a meaningful difference in the classroom and community; (3) toys, games, crafts, projects and other cool stuff that incite creativity and encourage students to use their imagination. SPARK also offers opportunities to sign up for live robot "Demo Day" when iRobot engineers will visit classrooms to showcase some of the latest innovations in robotic technology in a hands-on, interactive environment that exposes students to the many ways robots can act as a tool for STEM learning. Please visit:
http://spark.irobot.com/
8f. National Green Week
Green Education Foundation (GEF) is mobilizing two million children to participate in environmental educational programs during National Green Week 2010, February 1-5. The objective is to empower students to become environmental stewards within the context of their own lives. GEF provides all the educational content for the program including standards-based environmental lessons that are easily incorporated into science, math, language arts, social studies, and creative arts curriculum. Here are the GEF eco-challenges that schools can participate in during National Green Week 2010:
- Waste Free Snacks and Lunches
- Green Thumb Challenge
- Green Energy Challenge
- Green in-Action Awards
For more information, please visit:
http://www.greeneducationfoundation.org
8g. Upcoming Deadlines
January 16, 2009: Deadline for K-12 Teachers to apply for the Alan Shepard Technology in Education Award. For more information, please visit: http://www.amfcse.org/Alan%20Shepard%20Award/alan_shepard_award.htm
January 29, 2010: Flying WILD and Growing Up WILD at the Wittenbach/Wege Agriscience and Environmental Education Center in Lowell, MI. For more information, please contact Meggan Johnson at 616.987.1002 or MJohnson@lowell.k12.mi.us
February 1 - 5, 2010: National Green Week. For more information, please visit: http://www.greeneducationfoundation.org/
February 12, 2010: Deadline to register for the Winter Ecology Institute at the Ford Forestry Center in Alberta, MI. For more information, please contact Loret Roberts at: loret@copperisd.org
February 25, 2010: Deadline to register for the March 4, MSELA March Meeting at the MSTA Conference in Lansing, MI. For more information, please visit: http://www.mselanow.webs.com/
March 4-6, 2010: MSTA Conference in Lansing, MI. For more information, please visit: http://www.msta-mich.org/conference/
March 15, 2010: Deadline for K-12 Teachers to apply for the Research Experiences for Teachers, along with a $3600 stipend. For more information please visit: http://www.ret.magnet.fsu.edu http://bio.fsu.edu/osta/ret
March 18-21, 2010: NSTA Conference in Philadelphia, PA. For more information, please visit: http://www.nsta.org/conferences/2010phi/?lid=tnavhp
April 11 -17, 2010: National Environmental Education Week. For more information, please visit: http://www.eeweek.org/
April 29, 2010: Detroit Tigers Weather Day at Comerica Park in Detroit, MI. The weather presentation begins at 10:00 and then the Tigers play the Twins at 1:05 PM. For more information, please contact Sara Gendernalik at 313-471-2233 or Sara.Gendernalik@detroittigers.com
October 8-10, 2010: MAEOE Conference in Pellston, MI. For more information, please visit: http://www.michiganenvironmentaled.org/
[ Top ]High School Science
9a. Michigan High School Math and Science Symposium
The Michigan High School Math and Science Symposium (MHSMSS) is an organization dedicated to giving high school students a forum to present their math and science research findings in a professional setting. Presentations will be critiqued by peers and adults, but not judged. Abstracts will be published by MHSMSS and shared with selected Michigan colleges and universities. The MHSMSS is sponsored by the Regional Math and Science Center and will be held Friday, April 30, 2010 at the GVSU Eberhard Center in Grand Rapids. For more information and to register, visit: http://www.gvsu.edu/rmsc
[ Top ]9b. Workshop for HS Chemistry and Physics Teachers
Teaching Nuclear Physics Using Case Studies in Nuclear Forensics--Sign up for this free workshop designed to help high school teachers enhance their background in nuclear physics and chemistry by using a variety of classroom activities, lab resources and hypothetical case studies. Participants will get free materials and lab activities along with the opportunity to use a traveling kit of lab equipment to run these activities in their own classroom. Participants must commit to attending two all-day workshops, February 26 and April 23, at Hope College in Holland, MI. The classroom materials are designed to correlate with MI HSCE's in Physics, Chemistry and Algebra. There is only room for 20 teachers so sign up soon! For more info and registration go to:
http://www.hope.edu/academic/physics/faculty/mader/NuclearForensics/index.htm
9c. Free Multimedia Curriculum on Climate Change and Rainforests
Reducing Emissions from Deforestation in Developing countries (REDD) is a conservation initiative that will compensate tropical countries for protecting their forests. Since 17% of our greenhouse gas emissions come from deforestation in the tropics, successfully implementing the massive REDD initiative will not only save rainforests, but jump-start climate change mitigation. To receive a free REDD multimedia curriculum for grades 9-12, email Bruce at: saverfn@cybermesa.com
[ Top ]9d. Register for the 2010 USA Biology Olympiad
The USA Biology Olympiad, jointly sponsored by the Center for Excellence in Education and Purdue University, is the premiere biology competition in the United States. Starting with almost 10,000 registered students from 41 states in 2009, the competition ultimately selects 4 students as "Team USA" to represent our nation at the International Biology Olympiad. Last year, for the third year in a row, Team USA returned home from the International Biology Olympiad with 4 gold medals. The team hopes to capitalize on this success in 2010!
Additionally, the USA Biology Olympiad also offers a "Teacher Resource Center" to registered schools to assist teachers. The Teacher Resource Center includes practice exams with answer keys, links to International Biology Olympiad exams, textbook recommendations, links to outside professional development opportunities and study guides, as well as a breakdown of the grading rubric and testing protocol.
The USA Biology Olympiad provides an outstanding forum for aspiring biologists to learn and grow in the discipline through interaction with other likeminded students. Take advantage of this opportunity to challenge your students. For additional information, the program schedule and online registration visit: http://www.cee.org
You may also contact Kathy Frame USA Biology Olympiad Director, at kframe@cee.org or 703-448-9062, x 231. Deadline for Receipt of Registration Payment: February 3
[ Top ]9e. Upcoming Deadlines
April 30, 2010: Michigan High School Math and Science Symposium to be held at the Grand Valley State University Eberhard Center in Grand Rapids. For more information, please visit: http://www.gvsu.edu/rmsc
[ Top ]Middle School and High School Science
10a. Biotechnology Magazine Available
The Biotechnology Institute publishes "Your World: Biotechnology & You," a biotechnology magazine for grades 7 to 12. "Your World" is issued twice a year and combines balanced, in-depth information on a single topic with an online teacher's guide that contains links to national education standards, tips on how to use the magazine, and additional exercises. Find out more at: http://www.biotechinstitute.org
[ Top ]10b. Lab Equipment Acquisition Program
U.S. high schools and middle schools are now eligible to participate in the Department of Energy Energy-Related Laboratory Equipment (ERLE) program. For 32 years this program has enabled institutions of higher education to acquire hundreds of millions of dollars in high quality surplus laboratory equipment from the Department's National Laboratories. Schools may acquire equipment by reviewing the available equipment list at the DOE ERLE website at:
http://erle.osti.gov/erle/
and completing an electronic application form. The ERLE website is hosted by the DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI).
10c. Go Inside the Brain
The Secret Life of the Brain presents a history of efforts to understand the brain, a three-dimensional tour of the brain, optical illusions and an animation showing how magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) works. Video clips examine how the brain evolves and differs from infancy to childhood and adolescence, and through adulthood. Please visit the website at: http://www.pbs.org/wnet/brain/
[ Top ]10d. Upcoming Deadlines
January 30, 2010: Free Leopold Education Project Workshop at the Ebersole Center in Wayland, MI. For more information, please contact: Wendy Cheek, Leopold Education Project State Coordinator 616-688-5172 or wcheek@allcom.net
February 1, 2010: Deadline for Earth Science teachers to apply to be on the Teacher Advisory Panel for the ReaL Earth Inquiry PD Program. For more information, please visit: http://virtualfieldwork.org/Advisory_Application.html
First week of May, 2010: National Lab Day for 6th - 12th grade students. For more information, please visit: http://www.nationallabday.org
[ Top ]Elementary and Middle School Science
11a. MEECS Training
Michigan Environmental Education Curriculum Support (MEECS) unit trainings are scheduled prior to the Michigan Science Teachers Association (MSTA) annual conference. Trainings will be held on each of the five MEECS units: Air Quality, Ecosystems & Biodiversity, Energy Resources, Land Use, and Water Quality. Go to:
http://www.michigan.gov/deq-meecs
for detailed information about MEECS.
When: Thursday, March 4, 2010 from 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Where: Lansing Center, Lansing, Michigan
For Whom: Teachers and nonformal educators are welcome to enroll.
How to Register: Register online at:
http://www.deq.state.mi.us/eforms/meecsregistration.html
Registration Cost: $35.00
SB-CEU Credits: SB-CEU credits will be available for those interested.
11b. Upcoming Deadlines
March 4, 2010: MEECS Training at the MSTA Pre-Conference in Lansing, MI. For more information, please visit: http://www.deq.state.mi.us/eforms/meecsregistration.html
April 15, 2010: Deadline for 6 - 14 year olds to enter the United Nations Painting Competition. For more information, please contact Andrea DiPaola at andrea.dipaola@unep.org
[ Top ]Elementary School Science
12a. Early Childhood Environmental Experience
Please join in the Early Childhood Project Learning Tree workshop sponsored by the Michigan Alliance for Environmental and Outdoor Education. It will take place on Saturday, February 20, 2010 from 9:00 to 3:00 at the City of Auburn Hills Community Center in Auburn Hills, MI. The cost of the workshop is $25 and includes lunch, the New PLT Early Childhood Guide, and a Music CD. If you have questions or if you would like a registration form, please contact Mike Mansour at mmansour001@comcast.net. The deadline to register is February 18.
[ Top ]12b. Early Years Science Blog is Moving
The Early Years Blog is moving, come along! You'll find the same great content on pre-K to second-grade science, along with all of the National Science Teachers Associations blogs, at: http://nstacommunities.org/blog
You can stick to pre-K to 2 science by clicking on: http://nstacommunities.org/blog/category/earlyyears/
12c. Win a Science Assembly for Your School
Imagine a day of discovery at your school--complete with engaging science demonstrations, hands-on activities and thrilling special surprises. Enter often to improve your chances of winning the Ultimate Cool School Science Day, for your school. Entries will be accepted through January 27, 2010. The winner will be announced on or about February 2, 2010. The winning assembly can take place between February 2, 2010 and February 2, 2011. To enter, visit: http://www.siemensscienceday.com/enter_sweepstakes.cfm
[ Top ]12d. Upcoming Deadlines
January 27, 2101: Deadline to enter the Free Science Assembly for Your School Sweepstakes. To enter, please visit: http://www.siemensscienceday.com/enter_sweepstakes.cfm
February 12, 2010: Deadline for K-5 students to enter the DEQ Earth Day Poster Contest. For more information, please visit: http://www.michigan.gov/deqenved/
February 18, 2010: Deadline to register for the February 20 Early Childhood Project Learning Tree workshop at the City of Auburn Hills Community Center in Auburn Hills, MI. To register, please contact Mike Mansour at: mmansour001@comcast.net
May 1, 2010: Deadline for K-6 teachers to apply for the Presidential Award in Mathematics and Science Teaching. For more information, please visit: http://www.paemst.org
[ Top ]13. January Contest
This month we have six wonderful prizes to give away. The prizes are $10 iTunes gift cards.
To win one of these prizes, send an email to:
David Bydlowski
bydlowd@resa.net
State Coordinator for the Michigan Science Matters Network
You MUST INCLUDE your name AND mailing address AND your school name/district.
You may only enter once and only one entry per email address. Respondents 1, 11, 21, 31, 41, and 51 will receive a prize. We will post all of the winners in our next E-Blast. Good luck to you and thank you for being part of the Michigan Science Matters Network.
To subscribe to the Science Matters Network in Michigan e-blast, please visit:
http://nsta.org/sciencematters
Click on Teachers, then click on Become a Point of Contact.
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