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RI Science Professional Development and Student Opportunity

BulletinJanuary 18, 2013

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New In This Bulletin:Learn How to Do a Science Fair ProjectNew Video Series from NASA JPLOcean Sciences Symposium Register By February 1Environmental Council of RI Education Fund Application For Chafee Conservation

Leadership Awards Apply by February 15 (K-12)

NASAs REEL Science Communication Contest Deadline February 15 (HS)

RIDE Seeks Educators to be part of Academy for Transformative Leadership -

Applications Due March 29, 2013

FREE5 day ASM Teachers Materials Camp, July 8 12 (MS and HS Teachers)

DuPont Challenge: Student Science Essay Competition Entries Due January 31, 2013

(Students 13 years or older)

FREE ASM Materials Camps: May 6th at WPI and May 13th at Boston Univ High SchoolSophomores or Juniors

Job Opportunities:Chemistry Position Providence Public Schools

Providence Public Schools is seeking candidates with the appropriate amount of experience, a proven ability to

positively impact our educational programs, and outstanding communication skills for a chemistry teacher

position. Applicants must hold a current certificate in the area of chemistry.
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This is an immediate opening.

Please apply online atwww.ProvidenceSchools.org/careers

Long-Term Biology and General Science Substitute Position North Smithfield High

School, North Smithfield, RINorth Smithfield High School is seeking candidates to fill a short term substitute position in Biology and general

science. Applicants must hold a current certificate in the areas of Biology and general science. The term begins

March 18th and extends to the end of the school year. Please instruct interested applicants to send their resumes

through schoolspring.com. Questions should be directed to Robert Mezzanotte, Principal at

[email protected]

News:

NGSS Second and Final Public Draft Open for Review Until January 29th.Last week Achieve released the second (and final) public draft of the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). All

science educators, administrators, and other stakeholders are strongly encouraged to review the draft and provide

feedback online to Achieve during the comment period, which ends January 29.Review the draft here.NSTA has a vast collection of materials organized by topic and disciplinary core ideas to help you study the second

public draft of NGSS. Find themhere.

Take a look at theshort videodeveloped by Matt Krehbiel, Science Education Program Consultant for the Kansas

State Department of Education, that will help you to navigate the Next Generation Science Standards website and the

Achieve survey.

Learn more and sign up for one of these upcomingNSTA webinarson Engineering Practices in NGSS (1/15); Using

the NGSS Practices in the Elementary Grades (1/29); or Making Connections Between NGSS and Common Core Math

and ELA (2/12).

Watch Montana teacher of the year Paul Anderson's comprehensivevideo series on NGSS.Take a peek at one of the eight webinars presented earlier this fall that focused on theScientific and Engineering

Practicesdescribed inA Framework for K12 Science Education.

Mark your calendars now and look for more information on the NGSS webinars coming this winter and spring (all

of them 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. ET):

February 19: Patterns

March 5: Cause and effect: Mechanism and explanation

March 19: Scale, proportion, and quantity

April 2: Systems and system models

April 16: Energy and matter: Flows, cycles, and conservation

April 30: Structure and function

May 14: Stability and change

Read and download NSTA's growingcollection of monthly journal articlesexploring the Framework. Articles

examine the practices, crosscutting concepts, connections to common core, and more. Watch for upcoming articles on

the core ideas by Rodger Bybee, Joe Krajcik, and Michael Wysession.

Learn more about the new members-onlyNSTA listservdedicated solely to NGSS.

Read the January 8 Education Week article "New Science Standards Draft Includes Many Changes."

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NEW!!! Learn How to Do a Science Fair ProjectNew Video Series from NASA JPL

Just in time for science fair season! The Education Office at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) has released a

video series designed to take teachers, students, and parents through the sometimes mystifying process of crafting a

science fair project.

The six-part video seriesfeatures JPL scientist Serina Diniega, engineer Arby Argueta, and educator Ota Lutz, who

team up to take viewers step by step through the project design process, from generating an idea to communicating

the final results in an attractive display.

Students learn about one of the hardest steps in the process - generating an idea - from the perspectives of scientific

investigation and engineering design, discovering how to observe and ask questions about the world around them

that can serve as starting points for their projects.

The videos also cover common areas that students often overlook while designing their projects, such as asking a

testable question that examines just one concept, and considering elements that could affect an experiment and

factoring them into the results.

Visit theJPL websiteto watch the series, download related resources, and find notes for teachers and parents.

Web Sites Worth Exploring:

Teaching With the Library of Congress (Best Colleges Online)Teachers looking to boost their credentials and lesson plans should look no farther than the world's largest library's

vast digital collections.

Print What You Like -http://www.printwhatyoulike.com/Print What You Like is a website that lets you choose what parts of a web page you'd like to print. You can save quite

a bit of ink and paper with this site.

There are several ways to use the site; you can enter the URL of the page you want to print at the website, there's a

bookmarklet you can use with most browsers, and Print What You Like supports Firefox, Chrome, Opera, Safari and

Internet Explorer 7 and up.

Professional Development Opportunities for TeachersRIDE Offers Professional Development (PD) on the Critical Areas Of Focus Within The

Common Core State Standards (CCSS) In English Language Arts (ELA)/Literacy

RIDE is offering professional development (PD) regarding the critical areas of focus within the Common Core State

Standards (CCSS) in English language arts (ELA)/Literacy. Each one day session will provide you with an

understanding of the topic and familiarity with the tools/ activities that are provided within the modules currently on

the website. The goal of this PD is for you to be able to share your learning with others in your school or LEA.

Science educators would find value in the topics of: Text Dependent Questions, Writing an Argument and Academic

Vocab sessions. All Sessions run from 8:00 3:00 PM

Day Date Topic Location

Tuesday Feb 5, 2013 Text Dependent Questions Chariho Career and Tech

Wednesday Feb 6, 2013 Writing an Argument Coventry Admin Building
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Problem Based Learningin the STEM Classroom: A Workshop for High School Teachers

Saturday, January 19, 2013

Henry Barnard School, Room 214

8:30 a.m. 3:30 p.m.

Problem Based Learning (PBL) is an educational method that engages students in inquiry-based "real world" problem

solving. It has been used extensively in medical education since the early 1970s. While already adopted in other fields
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including business, law and education, it is only beginning to emerge in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering

and Mathematics) education as an alternative to the traditional lecture-based approach.

In this workshop, participants will use STEM PBL web-based instructional materials called Challenges to enhance

students content knowledge, critical thinking skills, and ability to work in teams. The STEM Challenges are based

on authentic industry problems.

Materials for the session were developed through two National Science Foundation projects under the direction ofthe New England Board of Higher Education, PHOTON PBL and STEM PBL. THE RI STEM Center is pleased to

offer this workshop, which will be presented by members of the projects development teams. The materials present

rich tasks, embodying the intent of the developers of the Common Core State Standards.

As a result of taking part in this workshop, participants will:

Learn how to incorporate problem based learning into the classroom. Practice web-based STEM PBL Challenges developed through the PHOTON PBL and STEM PBL projects

and learn how the web-based STEM PBL Challenges can be used in the classroom. Have access to professional development materials and on-going staff support from the New England

Board of Higher Education (NEHBE)

Fee for the workshop is $25.00. A light breakfast will be provided.

For planning purposes, please register athttp://tinyurl.com/PBL-RISTEM-Workshop(or paste the following link

into your browser).

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dGl2NkFCcXgxT3F6TFJRTUNZRi1RMkE6MQ

Checks can be made out to the RI STEM Center and mailed to:

RI STEM Center

Rhode Island College, HBS 202

600 Mt. Pleasant Ave.

Providence, RI 02908

Questions can be directed [email protected]

Apply to be a US Department of Education Teaching Ambassador Applications Close

January 29, 2013 (K-12)

The applications for 2013-2014 EDWashingtonandClassroomTeaching Ambassador Fellowships are now available

and will close on January 29, 2013. Teaching Ambassador Fellows are outstanding teachers, with a record of

leadership, strong communication skills, and insights into educational policy based in classroom expertise. All

Teaching Ambassador Fellows spend a year learning about key federal programs and policies; sharing their expertise

with federal staff; and providing outreach and communication about federal initiatives to other educators on behalf

of the Department. More informationclick here

Christopher Columbus Foundation Agriscience Awards Apply by January 29, 2013 (High

School Educators)

TheAgriscience Awards are designed to highlight the importance of agriculture in the 21st century. The Foundation, in

partnership with the American Farm Bureau Federation, will present monetary awards to educators and students

representing new innovative approaches in the field of agriscience around the country--scientists, educators and

students. All award recipients must be living United States citizens.
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COMPETITION RULES AND REGULATIONS

PURPOSE:

The Christopher Columbus Fellowship Foundation, a Federal government agency, and the American Farm Bureau

Federation have formed a partnership to present four monetary awards to three groups representing new innovative

approaches in the field of agriscience around the country. The awards will honor one adult scientist; one high school

educator and two high school students who are judged to exemplify excellence in the agriscience field.

ELIGIBILITY AND SELECTION PROCESS:

This is a competition NOT a grant application. Individuals compete and their accomplishments are judged on how

they exemplify excellence in the field of agriscience.

The 2013Agriscience Awards program shall consist of the following four awards:

$5,000 Agriscience Educator Award

One $5,000 Agriscience Educator Award will be presented to a current high school educator, with at least five years of

teaching experience, and who emphasizes concepts, principles and applications in their curriculum to promote the

study of agriscience to students.

Criteria1. All Candidates must be living United States citizens.2. The Nomination must demonstrate an ongoing teaching strategy that evidences proficiency in

instructing students in the field of agriscience.

3. The Nomination must demonstrate an enterprising spirit in teaching and making available resources to

students that promote excellence in the field of agriscience.4. The Nomination must demonstrate outstanding teaching, guidance and mentoring of students for

independent study projects.5. Any Nomination that does not meet the above stated criteria will be disqualified.

NOMINATION MATERIALS:

If a Nomination is selected as a semifinalist, the Nominator will be notified and asked to provide copies of

supporting materials.All Nominations and materials submitted in connection with the Agriscience Awards and any reproductions

made therefrom, shall be solely, exclusively and entirely the property of the Foundation and shall not be

returned.The Foundation shall have the sole and exclusive right to use, and permit others to use, the above stated

Nomination and materials including the candidates name, likeness, and other biographical information and

promotions, news releases and advertising in connection with either present or future Foundation programs

or similar programs or awards. All materials submitted become the property of the Foundation without any

compensation to the candidate. However, the Foundation does not claim ownership of the intellectual

property submitted.ADDITIONAL RULES:

Candidates must be permitted to accept a monetary award bestowed by the Foundation, a Federalgovernment agency.Awards may be taxable income to the recipient. All tax liabilities are the sole responsibility of the winner.

All Federal, State and local laws and regulations apply.Winners must attend the awards ceremony in Washington, D.C., on July 8, 2013 in order to receive the

award. Anyone who cannot attend the awards ceremony will automatically be disqualified. Nominations are received online ONLY at: www.agriscienceawards.com .

The deadline for submissions is January 29, 2013. The Foundation reserves the right to cancel or change
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theAgriscience Awardsprogram competition at any time at its full discretion.

Questions? Please contact: Judith Shellenberger [email protected] call (315)258-0090

RealWorld-InWorld NASA Engineering Design Challenge Submit by January 31, 2013

(Grades 8 12)The RealWorld-InWorld NASA Engineering Design Challenge encourages students in grades 8-12 to explore and

build skills essential for successful careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics through two phases

of project-based learning and team competition. The RealWorld phase of the competition is now open.

RealWorld (Phase 1): Teams of middle- and high-school students, with the support of their teachers/coaches, work

collaboratively as engineers and scientists to explore and design solutions related to the James Webb Space

Telescope. To be considered to move to the InWorld phase, all RealWorld work must be submitted by the January 31,

2013 deadline.

InWorld (Phase 2): Participating college students select teams of two to four middle- and high-school-aged students

who have completed the RealWorld phase to build their InWorld teams. Participation is limited to U.S. citizens.

Teams work in a 3-D virtual online environment using 21st century tools to refine designs and to create 3-D models

of their design solutions.

InWorld Phase begins: Feb. 9, 2013

InWorld Phase ends: April 26, 2013

NASA scientists and engineers visit and chat virtually throughout both phases of the challenge. To learn more about

the challenge and to register for online resources for this free and flexible project, visit

www.nasarealworldinworld.org Are you ready to solve the challenges of space exploration?

NEW!!! Ocean Sciences Symposium Register By February 1

Ocean Sciences Symposium

March 8, 2013

9:30am 12:30 pm

Rabb Room - Boston Public Library

Copley Square, Boston, Mass

Sponsored by a grant from the Boston Sea Rovers

The 2013 Ocean Sciences Symposium offers a series of dynamic presentations about the world's oceans as well as

discussion of Career Opportunities in the Marine Sciences including Science, Technology, Engineering and Math

(STEM topics). Our program this year features the following presentations:

Global Climate Change and the World's Oceans

The biology and ecology of Great White Sharks in New England

Engineering a new Giant Ocean Tank and opportunities at the New England AquariumSelf Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus and science underwater

The art, craft and science of Underwater Photography

Ocean Science with the Boston Sea Rovers

Reservations are required by February 1 as space is limited. If interested send a request telling why you wish to

attend including the school you represent, the teachers attending and the number of tickets requested for students.

We do require one adult chaperon per 25 students.

Contact: George Buckley, Chairman, COMS & Assistant Director

Sustainability and Environmental Management Programs DCE/Harvard University [email protected]
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Christopher Columbus Foundation U.S. Chamber of Commerce Life Sciences Award

Apply by February 12, 2013 (High School AP Bio and AP Chem Educators)

The $5,000 Life Sciences Educator Award will be presented to a current high school educator, with at least five years

of teaching experience, who demonstrates an ongoing teaching strategy that evidences proficiency in instructing

students in the College Boards Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) Biology, Chemistry or

other life sciences courses. Evidence of proficiency may be demonstrated through showing that a disproportionate

percentage of students achieve AP or IB exam grades scoring in the 4 or higher level of either the biology and/or

chemistry curriculum.

Criteria1. All Nominees must be living United States citizens.2. The Nomination must demonstrate an ongoing teaching strategy that evidences proficiency in instructing

students in the College Board's Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) Biology,

Chemistry or other life sciences courses. Evidence of proficiency may be demonstrated through showing

that a disproportionate percentage of students achieve AP or IB exam grades scoring in the 4 or higherlevel of either the biology and/or chemistry curriculum.

3. The Nomination must demonstrate an enterprising spirit in teaching and making available resources to

students that promote excellence in the study of life science-related coursework.4. The Nomination must demonstrate outstanding teaching, guidance and mentoring of students for

independent study projects.5. Any Nomination that does not meet the above stated criteria will be disqualified.



supporting materials.All Nominations and materials submitted in connection with the Life Sciences Awards and any reproductions

made therefrom, shall be solely, exclusively and entirely the property of the Foundation and shall not bereturned.The Foundation shall have the sole and exclusive right to use, and permit others to use, the above stated






Candidates must be permitted to accept a monetary award bestowed by the Foundation, a Federal

government agency.

Awards may be taxable income to the recipient. All tax liabilities are the sole responsibility of the winner.All Federal, State and local laws and regulations apply.Winners must attend the awards ceremony in Washington, D.C., in July, 2013 (date TBD) in order to receive

the award. Anyone who cannot attend the awards ceremony will automatically be disqualified. Nominations are received online ONLY at: www.agriscienceawards.com .

The deadline for submissions is February 12, 2013.

Questions? Please go towww.ccolumbusfoundationawards.org.
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Apply for the Amgen Award for Science Teaching Excellence Apply by February 13, 2013

(K-12)

Dear Rhode Island Science Teachers,

The Amgen Award for Science Teaching Excellence is open to local teachers in Amgen communities. Science

teachers across Rhode Island are eligible to apply.

The nine winners across Amgen communities will receive an unrestricted cash award of $5,000, with the recipients

school receiving an additional $5,000 restricted grant for their schools science program.

We strongly encourage you to apply for the 2013 Amgen Award for Science Teaching Excellence. Or, if you know of

a strong science teacher in Rhode Island, please bring them to our attention by [email protected].

Attention:

Rhode IslandScience Teachers

Apply Today for the 2013 Award

Deadline for Applications:

February 13, 2013

To Apply:*

www.amgen.com/citizenship/aaste.html

Questions:

Phone: (617) 6182528

Email:[email protected]

*Terms and conditions apply. Please see the program

website for further details.

NEW!!! Environmental Council of RI Education Fund Application For Chafee ConservationLeadership Awards Apply by February 15 (K-12)

The Environment Council of Rhode Islands Education Fund is honored to announce the opening of the

application period for the John H. Chafee Conservation Leadership Awards for 2013. Honoring the memory of

the late Governor and U.S. Senator for his dedication to preserving the environment, The ECRI Education

Fund honors four Rhode Island organizations each year for their work in improving the health of the Rhode

Island environment.

Recipients are selected by an independent panel of judges based on applications received from RI businesses,
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non profits, municipalities, and educational institutions that highlight specific projects and programs related to

conservation.

Past winners include organizations that reduced polluting discharges, instituted recycling programs,

developed renewable energy projects, installed sewage treatment facility upgrades, increased land

conservation, and provided hands on environmental education for Rhode Island children. Potential

winning projects are not limited to the examples provided here. Any project that improves the health of theRhode Island environment is welcome for consideration.

Applications are due at the Environment Council of Rhode Island (ECRI) office by February 15, 2013.

Copies of this application can be found athttp://www.environmentcouncilri.org/ or obtained by sending an

email to:[email protected].

For further information, please contact the office at (401) 621-8048.

NEW!!! NASAs REEL Science Communication Contest Deadline February 15 (HS)

Audience: 9-12 Educators and Students

Deadline: Feb. 15, 2013

So you want to be a NASA producer? NASA is looking for talented high school students to create videos that engage

students in earth science.

Students are consuming over 10 hours of media each day, and video is increasingly important to reach and engage

this audience about science. NASA earth science missions are kicking off a new video contest challenging high school

students to produce a two-minute video for middle school students. The videos should focus on one of three topics:

Ozone in the Stratosphere, Ship Tracks and Our Environment, or The Water of the Water Planet.

Winning videos will be posted on NASAs website. Winners will also get the opportunity to be a NASA producer

working with NASA scientists and communication experts in July 2013 to produce an earth science feature video.

The deadline for submitting videos is Feb. 15, 2013.

For more information and instructions for submitting a video, visithttp://aura.gsfc.nasa.gov/reelscienceQuestions about this contest should be emailed to Ginger Butcher [email protected]

New!!! RIDE Seeks Educators to be part of Academy for Transformative Leadership -

Applications Due March 29, 2013

As part of RIDE's Academy for Transformative Leadership, a statewide RTTT-funded initiative that will train and

support leaders to transform Rhode Island's identified schools, RIDE is working with the NYC Leadership Academy

(NYCLA) to recruit, select and train educators.

The Aspiring Turnaround Leaders Program is seeking eight educators to participate in a year-long intensive

program, including a fulltime, compensated school-based residency that will prepare them to become principals of

identified schools in fall 2014. The program will begin in July 2013 with a three week summer intensive training prior

to residency placement.

Applications are due on or before March 29, 2013. Access the application and additional informationhere.

Informative webinars to help you decide!Advance registration for the webinars is required.

Register for a session now by clicking a date below:

Mon, Jan 28, 2013 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM EST

Thu, Feb 7, 2013 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM EST

Wed, Feb 20, 2013 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM EST
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Tue, Mar 5, 2013 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM EST

Wed, Mar 13, 2013 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM EDT

Once registered you will receive an email confirming your registration with information you need to join the

Webinar.

Click the following link for a job description and application information:

http://www.ride.ri.gov/RIDE/transformation.aspx

STEM DIGITAL Summer Institute, June 24 28, 2013 Applications Due April 1, 2013 (MS

HS Teachers)

STEM Digital Images in Geoscience Investigations: Teaching Analysis with Light

Monday to Friday, June 24 - 28, 2013 at UMass Amherst

Funded by the National Science Foundation

Sponsored by the STEM Education Institute

Middle and High School Science, Math, and Technology Teachers

Teams of science and computer teachers encouraged Participants MUST bring a digital camera, and are

encouraged to bring a laptop computer

$75/day stipends ($375 total), materials, parking, lunches

Housing and meals for those outside the commuting radius

3 to 6 graduate credits available at reduced cost; free PDP's (Professional Development Points)

STEM DIGITAL will use the AnalyzingDigitalImages software which provides free, easy-to-use tools for spatial,

temporal, spectral, and intensity measurements. It will show how digital image analysis can be applied to

environmental quality issues in ways that can readily be introduced into STEM courses, engaging students and

encouraging them to think about related careers. The program will develop research agendas that will

employ a variety of image analysis tools. Application forms and more information:www.umassk12.net/digital .

Contact:[email protected]. Voice: 413-545-0734, fax: 413-545-3697

Presidential Award For Excellence In Mathematics And Science Teaching (PAEMST)

Nominations Now Open Nominations Due April 1, 2013(Grades 7-12 Teachers)

Are you or do you know an outstanding secondary (grades 7-12) mathematics and science teachers that you should

be recognized for their talents? The Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching

(PAEMST) is the highest honor that a kindergarten through 12th-grade mathematics or science teacher may receive for

outstanding teaching in the United States. What better way to acknowledge excellence of our colleagues than to

nominate the teachers who exemplify their profession.

The process to nominate teachers is a simple one. Simply go to the PAEMST website atwww.paemst.organd fill in

the on-line form. Once the nomination is submitted the nominated teacher will then be notified and provided

information about the application process.

The following are eligibility criteria for nominees. Candidates must:

Teach mathematics or science at the 7-12th grade level in a public or private school.

Hold at least a Bachelors degree from an accredited institution.

Be a full-time employee of the school or school district as determined by state and district policies, and teach

K-12 students at least 50% of the time.

Have at least 5 years of full-time, K-12 mathematics or science teaching experience prior to the 2012-13
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academic school year.

Teach in one of the 50 states or the four U.S. jurisdictions. The jurisdictions are Washington, D.C.; Puerto

Rico; Department of Defense Education Activity schools; and the U.S. territories as a group (American

Samoa, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and the U.S. Virgin Islands).

Be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Not have received the PAEMST award at the national level in any prior competition or category.Rhode Island has many wonderful teachers, and those you nominate could be state or national Presidential

Awardees for Excellence in Teaching Mathematics and Science for 2013.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at 222-8454 or by email [email protected]. Thank

you for your continued support for mathematics and science education.

UMass Nanotechnology 2013 Summer Institute Apply by April 1, 2013 (MS and HS Math,

Science, and Technology Educators)

Monday to Friday, July 8 - July 13, 2013 at UMass Amherst

Funded by the National Science Foundation

Sponsored by the STEM Education Institute and the Center for Hierarchical Manufacturing

Middle and High School Science, Math, and Technology Teachers

$75/day stipends ($375 total), materials, parking, some meals

Housing (new air conditioned dorms) for those outside the commuting radius

3 graduate credits available at reduced cost; free PDP's(Professional Development Points)

Nanotechnology deals with materials on the scale of nanometers. A nanometer is one-millionth of a millimeter, or

about 10 atomic diameters. Such materials can have surprising and useful behaviors and properties. Applications of

this rapidly growing field include regenerative medicine, fabrics and construction materials of unprecedented

strength, ultra-high performance computers and data storage, more efficient solar photovoltaic cells, and much more.

Activity in this field cuts across the traditional disciplinary boundaries, and involves chemistry, physics, biology, and

engineering.

The UMass Nanotechnology Summer Institute will explore the basic science and engineering concepts of this exciting

new field, and will illustrate how they may be integrated into the usual math, science and technology courses in

middle schools and high schools. The content and pedagogy will be aligned with the Massachusetts Science and

Technology/Engineering Framework.

During the institute, participants will begin to develop curriculum units for their own classes. They will implement

these in the fall and report on their progress and results online. Three graduate credits will be available for the

institute and curriculum unit; the cost will be $300 plus a $45 registration fee. PDP's will be available at no cost.

Application process: An application form and additional information are available at www.umassk12.net/nano .

Teachers should also prepare a narrative statement of how they intend to use the institute materials in their

classroom, and include in their application package a recent resume and a letter of support from their schoolprincipal or superintendent. The application package can be submitted by email, fax, or US mail. Applications are

due April 1, 2013. Late applications will be accepted on a space available basis.

NEW!!! FREE 5 day ASM Teachers Materials Camp, July 8 12 (MS and HS Teachers)

Attend a 5-day professional development workshop in Materials Science in the Summer of 2013 at no cost to you!

Who should attend?

High school general science, chemistry,physics, math and technology teachers

Middle school physical science teachers
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Why attend?

Learn how to engage your students using simple, low-cost experiments that you can integrate into your existing

lesson plans

Help your students discover career opportunities in science & engineering

Learn the basics of Materials Science, an exciting branch of physics and chemistry

Everything is FREE: 4 CEUs, course materials, lunches & snacks. The course will include one visit to an industrial

site, and a session on an electron microscope: each participant can bring a sample!Graduate credits available! Two (2) graduate credits are available at $250. (This is optional.)

To apply online & view the complete 2013 ASM Materials Camp schedule, visit:

www.asmfoundation.org

Venue: Wentworth Institute of Technology, Boston, MA

Date: July 8-12, 2013

Questions?

Jeane Deatherage, Administrator of Foundation [email protected]; 1-800-336-5152,

X5533; or

PeterJepson,[email protected], 978-462-1175.

Science Enrichment/Challenge Opportunities for

Students

NASAs Amateur Radio On The International Space Station (ARISS) Proposal Is Live Online

Proposals Due January 28, 2013

NASA is now accepting proposals from U.S. schools, museums, science centers and community youth organizations,

individually or working together, to host an Amateur Radio on the International Space Station contact between May

1, 2013 and Nov. 1, 2013. To maximize these radio contact opportunities, NASA is looking for organizations that will

draw large numbers of participants and integrate the contact into a well-developed education plan. Radio contacts

are approximately 10 minutes in length. Proposals are due January 28, 2013.

Interested parties should visitwww.nasa.gov/education/tfs/ariss to obtain complete information including how the

technology works, what is expected of the host organization and how to submit the proposal form.

Christopher Columbus Foundation Agriscience Awards Apply by January 29, 2013 (High

School Students)

TheAgriscience Awards are designed to highlight the importance of agriculture in the 21st century. The Foundation, in

partnership with the American Farm Bureau Federation, will present monetary awards to educators and students

representing new innovative approaches in the field of agriscience around the country--scientists, educators andstudents. All award recipients must be living United States citizens.

COMPETITION RULES AND REGULATIONS

PURPOSE:

The Christopher Columbus Fellowship Foundation, a Federal government agency, and the American Farm Bureau

Federation have formed a partnership to present four monetary awards to three groups representing new innovative

approaches in the field of agriscience around the country. The awards will honor one adult scientist; one high school
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educator and two high school students who are judged to exemplify excellence in the agriscience field.

ELIGIBILITY AND SELECTION PROCESS:

This is a competition NOT a grant application. Individuals compete and their accomplishments are judged on how

they exemplify excellence in the field of agriscience.

$1,000 Agriscience Student Awards

Two $1,000 Agriscience Student Awards will be presented to current high school students who are making or have

recently made significant and positive contributions related to the field of agriscience.

Criteria

1. All Candidates must be living United States citizens.2. Nominations are strongly encouraged from educators, faculty members and school administrators

personally familiar with the students academic achievements in the field of agriscience.3. Nominees must demonstrate ongoing work and/or provide proven evidence that distinguishes them in

the field of agriscience.4. Any Nomination that does not meet the above stated criteria will be disqualified.



supporting materials.All Nominations and materials submitted in connection with the Agriscience Awards and any reproductions


returned.The Foundation shall have the sole and exclusive right to use, and permit others to use, the above stated



or similar programs or awards. All materials submitted become the property of the Foundation without anycompensation to the candidate. However, the Foundation does not claim ownership of the intellectual



government agency.Awards may be taxable income to the recipient. All tax liabilities are the sole responsibility of the winner.

All Federal, State and local laws and regulations apply.Winners must attend the awards ceremony in Washington, D.C., on July 8, 2013 in order to receive the

award. Anyone who cannot attend the awards ceremony will automatically be disqualified. Nominations are received online ONLY at: www.agriscienceawards.com .

The deadline for submissions is January 29, 2013. The Foundation reserves the right to cancel or changetheAgriscience Awardsprogram competition at any time at its full discretion.

Questions? Please contact: Judith Shellenberger [email protected] call (315)258-0090

NEW!!! The DuPont Challenge: Student Science Essay Competition Entries Due January

31, 2013 (Students 13 years or older)Are you passionate about the exciting world of science? Are you intrigued by the possibilities that the latest scientific ideas and

developments may hold for our future?
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The DuPont Challenge, North America's premier science essay competition, encourages you to delve deep into your interests

in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) and express yourself with creativity and purpose. Ours is a growing

world that faces new challenges each day, and we want YOU to share your ideas for how science can help keep our global

population supplied with food, safety, and clean energy.

Essays must be between 700 to 1,000 words in length, include a list of research sources, and fall under one of these four

categories:

Together, we can feed the world.

Together, we can build a secure energy future.

Together, we can protect people and the environment.

Together, we can be innovative anywhere.

Learn more about the challenges, and explore this section for valuable tips on writing your science essay:

How to Prepare a Winning Essay

Guide to Research and Writing

Tips for Introductions and Conclusions

"Tips for Success" Video with Dr. Judy Pinto

Profiles of Previous DuPont Challenge Winners

List of Student Awards

Honoring the Crew of the Challenger Space Shuttle

Be sure to read allOfficial Rulescarefully before submitting your essay. For more information go to

http://thechallenge.dupont.com/students/

Christopher Columbus Foundation U.S. Chamber of Commerce Life Sciences Award

Apply by February 12, 2013 (High School Students)

Two $1,000 Life Sciences Student Awards will be presented to current secondary school students who are making or

have recently made significant and positive contributions related to the study of Biology, Chemistry or other life

sciences courses.

Criteria1. All Nominees must be living United States citizens.

2.

Nominations are strongly encouraged from educators, faculty members and school administratorspersonally familiar with the students academic achievements in the study of life sciences.

3. Nominees must demonstrate ongoing work and/or provide proven evidence that distinguishes them in the

study of life sciences.4. Any Nomination that does not meet the above stated criteria will be disqualified.



supporting materials.All Nominations and materials submitted in connection with the Life Sciences Awards and any reproductions


returned.

The Foundation shall have the sole and exclusive right to use, and permit others to use, the above stated






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government agency.Awards may be taxable income to the recipient. All tax liabilities are the sole responsibility of the winner.

All Federal, State and local laws and regulations apply.Winners must attend the awards ceremony in Washington, D.C., in July, 2013 (date TBD) in order to receive

the award. Anyone who cannot attend the awards ceremony will automatically be disqualified.

Nominations are received online ONLY at: www.agriscienceawards.com .The deadline for submissions is February 12, 2013.

Questions? Please go towww.ccolumbusfoundationawards.org.

Apply to Represent Rhode Island at the National Youth Science Camp Apply by February

15, 2013 (HS Seniors)

The National Youth Science Camp is one of the nations premier programs in secondary science education. Since its

inception in 1963 the summer program has offered educational forums and recreational activities that encourage the

development of thoughtful scientific leadership.

The National Youth Science Camp is a residential science education program for young scientists the summer after

they graduate from high school. Students from around the country are challenged academically in exciting lectures

and hands-on studies, and have voluntary opportunities to participate in an outdoor adventure program, gain a new

and deep appreciation for the great outdoors, and establish friendships that last a lifetime.

Two Rhode Island Seniors will be chosen to represent each state as delegates to the National Youth Science Camp.

Delegates have demonstrated exceptional academic achievement, leadership in school and community activities, and

a genuine interest in the sciences. Selected delegates attend the National Youth Science Camp the summer after their

high school graduation at no expense, transportation included.

To Apply

1. Download the 2013 NYSC Application Packet(.doc format)

2013 NYSC Application Packet(.docx format)

2013 NYSC Application Packet(.pdf format)

2. Complete the application.

3. Submit your application directly to:

Peter J. McLaren

Rhode Island Department of Education

255 Westminster Street - 4th Floor

Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Email:[email protected]

(Office) 401-222-8454

(Fax) 401-222-3605

Applications will be accepted no later than February 15, 2013. DO NOT send applications directly to the National

Youth Science Foundation.
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The National Youth Science Camp is made possible through the planning and fund-raising of theNational Youth

Science Foundation, a nonprofit organization with a mission to honor, sustain, and encourage youth interest and

excellence in science by conducting comprehensive informal science education programs that provide opportunity

for constructive interaction with others and emphasize the social value of thoughtful scientific careers.

Cornells CURIE and CATALYST Academies for HS Students Interested in EngineeringCareers Apply by March 1, 2013 (Grades 9-11)Please share this opportunity with your high school aged students. We are now accepting applications for our

engineering focused high school summer programs, CURIE Academy and CATALYST Academy, both will take

place July 14-20, 2013. We have need based tuition and travel assistance available for both academies.

The CURIE and CATALYST Academies are one-week summer residential programs for high school students who

excel in math and science, enjoy solving problems, and want to learn more about careers in engineering. The target

populations for the CURIE Academy are current sophomore and junior girls of all backgrounds. The target

populations for the CATALYST Academy are current freshmen, sophomore, and junior girls and boys from

backgrounds (African American, Native American, Latino/a, and/or First Generation College) severely

underrepresented in the science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) disciplines.

Cornell Universitys world-renowned faculty and graduate students lead classes, lab sessions, and research projects

designed for the participants in each academy. During the week, students work in teams conducting research and

learning to solve problems that mirror real-life situations. In addition, social events, panel discussions, and other out-

of-classroom activities provide participants with opportunities to network informally with each other and Cornell

faculty, staff, and students.

More information about these programs can be found athttp://www.engineering.cornell.edu/curie and

http://www.engineering.cornell.edu/catalyst

Siemens We Can Change The World Challenge Submit by March 5, 2013 (Grades K 12)

YOUR STUDENTS HAVE THE

POWER TO SHAPE THEIR FUTURE

Are you up for the challenge?

Register your team today to join the Siemens We Can Change the World

Challenge, the premier national sustainability competition for grades K-12. Using a

project-based inquiry approach, students learn about science and conservation

while creating solutions that impact their planet.
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Learn more and register at wecanchange.com.

WIN BIGTeams compete formore than

$300K in prizes such as

scholarships, adventure trips,

assemblies with Discovery

Channel talent and more!

GET STARTEDRegister online today to get your

team started and access free

resources like lesson plans, step-

by-step guides, sample projects,

and virtual labs that will help you

support your students.

ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED BY MARCH 5, 2013.

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Void where prohibited. Subject to Official Rules available at wecanchange.com. 2012

High School Summer Internship Opportunities at NASAs Goddard Space Flight Center

Apply by March 15, 2013 (Students must be at least 16 Years of Age)

NASA OSSI/NIFS Online Application Website

Open from November 1, 2012-March 15, 2013

To apply to 2013 Goddard High School Summer Internship Opportunities visit NASAsOne Stop Shopping Initiative Recruiting NASA Interns, Fellows, and ScholarsOSSI/NIFS -

https://intern.nasa.gov

NASA Goddard Space Flight Center High School Summer Intern Programs engage interns in applications of science,

technology, engineering, and math (STEM) in a research-focused work environment at Goddard. Student interns

learn and apply research protocols and processes related to Earth & space-systems science, computer science,

engineering, and technology. Generally, a successful applicant meets/exceeds these basic qualifications:

1. At least 16 years of age at start of internship
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2. Minimum 3.0 GPA (unweighted) on a 4.0 scale

3. U.S. citizen

Interested students may create a profile and apply to a project(s) anytime during the open registration period,

November 1, 2012-March 15, 2013. Projects will be added to the database on a continuing basis, so be sure to check

back athttps://intern.nasa.gov

Goddard high school summer internships include, but are not limited to, the National Space Club Scholars Program

(NSCSP) and mentor-funded opportunities.

For information about the National Space Club Scholars Program and eligibility, visit

http://www.spaceclub.org/programs/scholars.html

To access the 2013 NASA OSSI/NIFS website and apply for available project positions, visit

https://intern.nasa.gov

For more information about NASA GSFC Summer High School Internship Opportunities, contact either

Katherine Bender,[email protected], or

Dr. Evelina Felicite-Maurice,[email protected]

NEW!!! FREE ASM Materials Camps: May 6th at WPI and May 13th at Boston Univ High

School Sophomores or Juniors

ASM is offering a FREE educational event for High School sophomores and juniors. The ASM Materials Camp has

been held at WPI for the past 8 years. ASM brings groups of sophomores and juniors through eight learning stations

relating to aspects of materials science and engineering.

ASM will be hosting students, FREE of charge, on two occasions this year: On May 6 at WPI and on May 13 at

Boston University. Students from any geographical area are welcome to apply to the date/location of their choice.

You can find some information on the events, including a flyer and links to application forms, on the ASM Boston

website, http://asmboston.org/asm_materials_experience/2013_registration_info

For more information contact:

Patrick Hogan, 2013 ASM Materials Experience New England Planning Chair

[email protected]

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THIS NOTICE IS DISTRIBUTED FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. R.I Department of Education does

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Providence, Rhode Island 02903

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