Tag Archives: Opportunities

OSSM Summer Institute

Posted on March 27, 2011 by Bob

The attached is a brochure and application form for a week-long summer institute at the Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics for middle school science teachers.  The application can be downloaded from the OSSM website at http://www.ossm.edu under Outreach.  Questions can be addressed to … Continue reading →

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Summer Science Camp at SWOSU in Weatherford

Posted on March 19, 2011 by Bob

Southwestern Oklahoma State University in Weatherford will host a *free* 2-week overnight (on-campus) 7th annual science camp for middle school students this summer.  The camp is academically intensive, hands-on, minds-on, and very fun. Classes are offered in robotics, rocketry, biology, … Continue reading →

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VERNIER SOFTWARE & TECHNOLOGY AWARDS $300,000 IN TECHNOLOGY GRANTS

Posted on March 16, 2011 by Bob

When David and Christine Vernier first launched Vernier Software & Technology 30 years ago, they wanted to have an impact on science education. Decades later, Vernier is the market leader in the development and marketing of hands-on technology, sensors, interfaces, … Continue reading →

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Middle School Chemistry – FREE from ACS!

Posted on March 8, 2011 by Bob

The Office of K-8 Science in the Education Division of the American Chemical Society (ACS) has just released a new free middle school science resource at www.middleschoolchemistry.com. It is a completely free source of activity-based lesson plans for teaching basic … Continue reading →

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Spring Robotics Camp

Posted on March 3, 2011 by Bob

The Stafford Air & Space Museum in Weatherford is hosting a Spring Break Robotics Camp for 6th-9th grade students on March 16 and 17 from 11:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Campers will get to interact with a variety of robotic devices, … Continue reading →

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Kansas vs. Darwin for thirty days

Posted on February 17, 2011 by Bob

(from http://ncse.com/) In honor of Darwin Day 2011, the documentary Kansas vs. Darwin is freely available on-line for thirty days, from February 12 to March 14, 2011. Simply visit the film’s website and click on the yellow sunflower or visit … Continue reading →

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Nominations Open for the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching

Posted on February 17, 2011 by Bob

What Are the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching? The Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) is the highest recognition that a kindergarten through 12th-grade mathematics or science teacher may receive for outstanding … Continue reading →

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WISH: Women in STEM High School Aerospace Scholars

Posted on February 15, 2011 by Bob

EXPLORE YOUR DREAM JOB. NASA wants you to become the engineers, scientists, researchers and innovators of tomorrow. The WISH project offers a one-of-a-kind experience for female high school students like you to jump start your future and explore the possibilities … Continue reading →

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And The Nominees are…

Posted on January 27, 2011 by Bob

NABT is proud to recognize exceptional teachers, and supports a variety of awards for those individuals who demonstrate innovative approaches to teaching biology and life science topics. Help us honor teachers in 2011 by nominating yourself or a colleague for … Continue reading →

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January JanaGram

Posted on January 25, 2011 by Bob

Here it is! Straight from OSDE Science Director Jana Rowland. The January JanaGram

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