October 23, 2017, 4–7:30pm Register Now Teachers, this is a night just for you and your family to come explore the Museum — for free — see a film, and visit our newest traveling exhibition, Journey to Space. This is the perfect time to preview school programs, get professional development information, and interact with educational vendors. We'll also be hosting a Raspberry Jam ! Admission and parking are free for teachers with proof of current teaching status and their families. Registration is required – register here!
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Each year thousands of science teachers across the state of Texas come together to learn and advance science teaching at the Science Teachers Association of Texas' (STAT) premiere event: the Conference for the Advancement of Science Teaching (CAST). Just as the sun's gravity keeps the Earth in perfect orbit, our conference keeps the future of science teaching revolving around the success of our students. Ready to blast off on a mission to explore science teaching in a whole new way? Well then, Houston, We Have a Solution! STAT's 60th Anniversary will take place at CAST 2017 in Houston, Texas November 9-11, 2017. Join us as we celebrate 60 Years of Education and Exploration of science teaching and beyond. What you can expect at CAST 2017:
Registration Dates and Rates:
Note: The MISD Science Department does not have funds to send teachers to this conference. Consider checking with your principal to see if he/she has travel funds to use to send you. **We do not recommend first-year teachers attend this conference.
Created in partnership with the U.S. Space & Rocket Center (USSRC), this professional development program is designed to help 5th-8th grade math and science teachers from around the world become more effective educators in science, technology, engineering, and math. Educators are empowered with supplemental teaching techniques through simulated astronaut training and innovative educational tools that help bring science to life in the classroom.
Educators learn how to reinvigorate their classrooms with ideas, lessons, and other materials to create an unforgettable learning experience for the next generation of scientists. During this five-day program, educators participate in 45 hours of intensive classroom, laboratory, and training time, focusing on space science and exploration. Teachers learn through simulated astronaut training and activities designed to promote life-long learning in a classroom setting. The U.S. Space & Rocket CenterHESA takes place at the USSRC in Huntsville, Alabama. The USSRC is recognized as one of the most comprehensive U.S. manned space flight hardware museums in the world. Facilities at the center include Spacedome Theater, Rocket Park, the Education Training Center (NASA’s Educator Resource Center) — and more! Honeywell Hometown Solutions and the financial contributions of Honeywell employees have made possible the scholarships for educators attending Honeywell Educators at Space Academy (HESA). Each scholarship covers the following: tuition for the 5-day program at U.S. Space Camp in Huntsville, Alabama; round trip airfare; meals and double occupancy accommodations; program materials; flight suit. Application Information The 2018 HESA program dates: Wednesday – Tuesday, June 13 – 19, 2018 Wednesday – Tuesday, June 20 – 26, 2018 To be eligible for the 2018 HESA program, educators must meet the following profile requirements:
APPLY HERE! Please contact [email protected] with any questions. Skype a Scientist is a program that uses video conferencing to connect over 1700 volunteer scientists with classrooms for 30-60 minute interactive conversations. Additional information is available at https://www.skypeascientist.com/.
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