Tag Archives: High School

National DNA Day 2010

Posted on February 12, 2010 by Bob

Here are several quick, up-to-date links to DNA Day resources designed to help you involve your classroom, school, group or community in this year’s DNA Day activities. National DNA Day celebrates the promise of DNA and genetics for all and … Continue reading →

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Join National Lab Day

Posted on February 2, 2010 by Bob

On November 23rd, 2009 President Obama announced National Lab Day as part of the Administration’s Educate to Innovate campaign. National Lab Day (NLD) is an effort to bring more authentic, hands-on, discovery-based lab experiences to students. This year’s National Lab … Continue reading →

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CAMP T.U.R.F. 2010 (Tomorrows Undergraduates Realizing the Future)

Posted on January 27, 2010 by Bob

Overview: Camp T.U.R.F. is a 2-week, residential academy at Oklahoma State University  Stillwater.~ Students will interact with professors and explore a variety of careers in horticulture and landscaping, with hands-on activities at botanical gardens, field research stations, a turfgrass research … Continue reading →

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January JanaGram

Posted on January 21, 2010 by Bob

See attached this month’s JanaGram from OSDE Science Director Jana Rowland.  This month’s issue contains items that will require quick action if you are to take advantage of the opportunity.  Science Museum Oklahoma has events THIS WEEK and there are … Continue reading →

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2010 DNA Day Essay Contest

Posted on September 17, 2009 by Bob

The American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) invites you to participate in the 5th Annual DNA Day Essay Contest! It is only open to 9th  12th grade students this year. Submission Deadline: March 15, 2010 at 5:00 PM EST Please … Continue reading →

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“Evolution in Extreme Environments” Symposium to be Webcast Live from NABT Conference in Denver

Posted on September 16, 2009 by Bob

“Evolution in Extreme Environments” Symposium to be Webcast Live > from NABT Conference in Denver > > Are you interested in evolution, but unable to attend this year’s > National Association of Biology Teachers (NABT) conference in > Denver?  Would … Continue reading →

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NSTA Competition and Grant Programs for 2009-2010

Posted on September 15, 2009 by Bob

It’s that time of year again! NSTA and its sponsors are kicking off another exciting year of rewarding and recognizing high-performing science educators and students through our large-scale, nationally known competitions and grant programs. Check out the following opportunities listed below. Disney’s Planet … Continue reading →

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EXPLORAVISION AWARDS 2010: REGISTRATION NOW OPEN

Posted on September 11, 2009 by Bob

EXPLORAVISION AWARDS 2010: REGISTRATION NOW OPEN Challenge today’s young minds to create tomorrow’s world. Your students will invent the future. They’ll discover new, improved technologies and scientific advancements that will create tomorrow’s world. As an ExploraVision coach, you inspire them … Continue reading →

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Monarch Watch 2009 Tagging Kits Still Available

Posted on September 8, 2009 by Bob

Monarch Watch 2009 Tagging Kits ————————————————– Tags are going fast but are still available – they will typically arrive within 7-10 days of placing an order online or by phone. Monarch Watch Tagging Kits and other materials (don’t forget to … Continue reading →

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President Obama to Speak to Students September 8

Posted on September 2, 2009 by Bob

From ed.gov: Please note that the time of this speech has changed to 12:00 noon eastern standard time. In a recent interview with student reporter, Damon Weaver, President Obama announced that on September 8 — the first day of school for … Continue reading →

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