|
September 5, 2018
Resource Library for Educators
Did you know that the Coconino County Education Service Agency (CCESA) has a resource library for educators? Educators are able to check-out professional reading materials, science equipment, STEM kits, and much more! Find more information at:
http://www.coconino.az.gov/2038/CCESA-Resource-Library
In addition, the CCESA offers professional development coursesthroughout the county. Visit the portfolio of courses to learn more.
High School Teachers are invited to attend and participate in the Annual Meeting of the Arizona Physiological Society (AZPS) to be held on October 5th – 6th, 2018. This year’s meeting is going to be held at the Arizona State University in Tempe. The chapter will provide four $200 awards to HS teachers to cover costs for travel, AZPS membership, and meeting registration. Find more information at: https://www.azps.life/hs-teacher-award/
Annual 4th Grade Water Ethics Contest
4th grade classes are invited to participate in this contest in which students demonstrate the principle of responsible water use through artwork and essays. Winners will receive an in-class party. Teachers of winning entries will receive a check for $300, $200, or $100. All submissions may be used in promoting water stewardship throughout Northern Arizona. Deadline is October 30, 2018. Find more information here.
Internships Available!
Willow Bend is looking for new interns! Are you a student needing academic credit? Are you an advisor looking for student internships? Contact the Willow Bend Education and Outreach Assistant at melissa@willowbendcenter.org for more information or complete an online application.
September 8th Rover Ruckus will be launched!
AZ and NM FIRST Tech Challenge is excited to offer 10 qualifying tournaments in Arizona and New Mexico spread out from early November to mid February, leading up to the Championship February 23 in Flagstaff. Teams may register for their first qualifying tournament now until 2nd event registration opens on September 13. Find out more here.
2018 National Day of Design Mission
Food Rescuers: STEM Innovations to Reduce Food Waste
 “ National Day of Design (November 8, 2018) returns with a Mission for students of all grade levels to design solutions for eliminating food waste in their school’s cafeteria. This innovative design challenge encourages real-world critical thinking, communication, teamwork, and overall Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) skills while connecting students to a larger national movement.” The standards-aligned Mission can be downloaded for free at: www.nationaldayofdesign.com.
Grand Canyon as a Classroom
From in park field trips to live Internet programs, Grand Canyon provides learning adventures for students and teachers throughout the the world. Click here for more information on professional development, distance learning, field trips, and in-school outreach programs.
The 2018 School’s Out, Make It Count Conference on Saturday, October 20 will feature a track of workshops devoted to STEM.
Where: Phoenix Convention Center
When: Saturday, October 20th 8am – 3:30pm
Learn more and register for the Conference
|
