RI Science Professional Development and Student Opportunity Bulletin 12-14-12

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RI Science Professional Development and Student Opportunity

BulletinDecember 14, 2012

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Web Sites News

New In This Bulletin:

History Of Winter 2013:An

Immersive Cryosphere ScienceTraining Camp for Educators Apply

by December 30, 2012Cornells CURIE and

CATALYST Academies for HS

Students Interested in Engineering

Careers Apply by March 1, 2013High School Summer

Internship Opportunities at NASAs

Goddard Space Flight Center

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

JobOpportunities:

Long-Term Biology and

General Science Substitute Position

North Smithfield High School,

North Smithfield, RI

North Smithfield High School is

seeking candidates to fill a short term

substitute position in Biology and general

science. Applicants must hold a currentcertificate 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 [email protected]

News:
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ATTN: HS Science Chairs! - Free Removal Of Hazardous, Toxic, And Prohibited Chemicals

From High Schools Available

The RI Office of Statewide Efficiencies has learned about a one-time offer for free removal of hazardous and toxic

chemicals as well as any prohibited chemicals. As part of the settlement of a Resource Conservation and Recovery

Act enforcement action that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Region 1 (EPA), brought against a waste-

management company located in Providence, the free removal of outdated and unwanted chemicals from highschools within a 50-mile radius of the Providence facility of the company is being offered. The removal and proper

disposal of these chemicals will reduce the risk of chemical accidents, chemical exposure, and chemical theft. If

schools in your district are interested in this assistance, they must contact Dwight Peavey, at the EPA, by December

21, by e-mail, [email protected], or by phone, at (617) 918-1829.

If you would like receive e-mail announcements about NGSS, please send an e-mail to:

[email protected]

Web Sites Worth Exploring:

Discovery of Sound in the Sea (DOSITS;http://www.dosits.org)Discovery of Sound in the Sea (DOSITS;http://www.dosits.org ) is one of the most comprehensive Internet resources

on underwater sound. The DOSITS website and its associated educational materials introduce the science and uses

of underwater sound and provide easy, accurate access to peer-reviewed content on the effects of underwater sound

on marine animals. The DOSITS team is excited to announce that the DOSITS Booklet, a 16-page publication based

on the DOSITS website, is now available in Spanish. Apdf version of the Spanish booklet, El Descubrimiento del

Sonido en el Mar, is now available for download in the theResources sectionof the DOSITS website.

In addition to the Spanish booklet, a new, inquiry-based activity is also available. Sound Off! incorporates the

science of underwater sound, including sound movement and measurement, into an interactive game. Objectives of

the activity include learning how underwater sound is visualized, recognizing the differences between sounds,

and understanding how sound can help scientists explore the ocean.

The information presented on the DOSITS website and its associated educational materials is based on published,

scientific research, and all content has undergone a thorough review by a panel of scientific experts. The DOSITS

website has been developed and produced by the University of Rhode Island's (URI) Graduate School of

Oceanography (GSO) in partnership with Marine Acoustics, Inc. (MAI), with support from the Office of Naval

Research, National Science Foundation, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administrations National

Marine Fisheries Service. If you have any questions or would like to receive more information about the DOSITS

project, please contact Holly Morin ([email protected])

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

Vocab sessions..

Please refer to the attached flyer for more information

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

Thursday Feb 7, 2013 Academic Vocab Middletown Admin Building

Friday Feb 8, 2013 Text Complexity Ponaganset Middle School

Tuesday March 12, 2013 Text Dependent Questions Woonsocket Middle School

Wednesday March 13, 2013 Academic Vocab Coventry Admin Building

Thursday March 14, 2013 Writing an Argument Middletown Admin Building

Day Date Topic Location

Saturday January 26, 2013 Academic Vocab CCRI- Warwick

Saturday February 2, 2013 Text Dependent Questions CCRI- Warwick

Saturday February 9, 2013 Text Complexity CCRI- Warwick

Saturday March 23, 2013 Writing an Argument CCRI- Warwick

Distinguished Fulbright Awards In Teaching Program For U.S. Teachers Apply by

December 15th (K-12)

Sponsored by the United States Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, the Fulbright

Program provides funding for students, scholars, teachers, and professionals to undertake graduate study, research,

university teaching, and teaching in elementary and secondary schools. The Institute of International Education (IIE)administers the Distinguished Fulbright Awards in Teaching Program on behalf of the U.S. Department of State.

Under the Distinguished Fulbright Awards in Teaching Program, highly accomplished U.S. primary and secondary

level teachers of all subjects, guidance counselors, curriculum specialists, curriculum heads, Talented and Gifted

coordinators, Special Education coordinators and media specialists/librarians may apply for this professional

development program to carry out a course of study for three to six months abroad.

The program provides U.S. teachers with the opportunity to study in an overseas research center or university and

work within local schools in the host country. Applicants will propose a Capstone Project at the time of application

that should enhance their learning and have practical applications to their teaching (see the Capstone Project page for

sample projects).

IIE works with U.S. Embassies and consulates, Fulbright Commissions and other organizations to link U.S. teachers

with a host institution in their preferred country. Once abroad, academic support will be provided by a host

institution advisor who will support the U.S. teacher and help contribute to the design and activities of the project.

Project support will also be provided via an online module led by staff at a U.S. university. Upon returning to the

U.S., participants will be expected to share the knowledge and experience gained on the program with teachers and

students in their home schools and within their communities.

PROGRAM BENEFITS TO PARTICIPATING TEACHERS

As part of the program, Distinguished Fulbright Teachers:

Design and carry out a Capstone Project overseas. Projects may relate to the teachers content area,
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curriculum development, educational policy, standards or other key issues relevant to the home and host

educational system abroad.

Study and observe international best practices in education;

Share professional expertise with educators and students in the host country;

Develop leadership skills and understanding of educational policy;

Enhance their ability to work in diverse and multicultural environments.

PROGRAM BENEFITS TO U.S. SCHOOLS AND COMMUNITIESUpon return, Distinguished Fulbright Teachers:

Integrate international best practices in education in the U.S. classroom, school and community;

Integrate Capstone Project findings into the U.S. classroom or school;

Expand global and intercultural awareness of students and colleagues by sharing their Fulbright experience

and infusing their experience into classroom content or curriculum;

Develop partnerships and joint projects with schools and classrooms abroad.

For More Information and application go tohttp://www.fulbrightteacherexchange.org/distinguished-

fulbright-awards-in-teaching-program/application

NOAA Climate Stewards Education Project Apply by December 17, 2012 (K-12)

Would you like to increase your climate science knowledge?

Would you like to join a community of educators interested in projects that make a difference in your local area?

Join NOAA's Climate Stewards Education Project (CSEP). We provide formal and informal educators with

sustained professional development, collaborative tools,and support to build a climate-literate public that is activelyengaged in climate stewardship.

Applications are being accepted until December 17 for the class of 2013. After completing minimum requirements,you will be eligible for:

Mini-grant funding to develop and implement a climate stewardship action plan

Travel stipends to attend and present at key professional development conferences.

Special CSEP contests with monetary and educational resource prizes.

If you decide to join this effort, you will be committing to:

Complete and reflect on at least 15 hours of professional development (PD) training in climate science and

education in 2013.

Complete and reflect on at least 9 hours of PD training in climate science and educational for each

additional year you remain with the Project.

Participate in monthly CSEP webinars and regional events (teleconferences, online chats, etc.,) during

evening hours.

Develop and Implement a climate stewardship project in your school, community, or organization, focused

on mitigating the effects of climate change.

Use the CSEP Wiki to post your PD reflections, classroom activities in climate change, stewardship project

plans, progress updates, as well as share resources, comments and results with other CSEP educators.

Fully participate in CSEP evaluation efforts

Educators accepted into the program will be notified early January, 2013 and will be required to attend a mandatory

introductory Web seminar for new participants - tentatively scheduled for January 14th OR January 28th, 2013 at 7:30

PM Eastern Time.
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NASA Accepting Proposals for Reduced Gravity Education Flights (Research.Gov)

Applications Due January 9, 2013 (K-12)

NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston is accepting applications from teams of kindergarten, elementary and

secondary school teachers to conduct scientific experiments aboard the agency's reduced gravity aircraft next year.

The MicroGravity eXperience (Micro GX) flight program will take place July 12-20, 2013, at Johnson. Educators

selected to fly also will participate in an online professional development course centered on microgravity science in

the months before and after their flights.
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Seven teams, each composed of four to five educators from a single school or school district, will be selected to

participate in Micro GX. The unique academic experience includes scientific and inquiry-based research, experiential

learning during the reduced gravity flight, and education/public outreach activities. Interested educators are

encouraged to apply at:

http://microgravityuniversity.jsc.nasa.gov/tfs

The deadline for proposals is Jan. 9. Selections will be announced Feb. 6. For more information on NASA's education

programs, visit:http://www.nasa.gov/education

2013 Fishman Prize Now Accepting Applications Applications Due by January 14th (K-12)

TheFishman Prize for Superlative Classroom Practice is a $25,000 prize awarded annually to public school

teachers who demonstrate exceptionally effective teaching with students from high-poverty communities. Offered by

TNTP, a nonprofit organization working to ensure that all students get excellent teachers, the prize is given to up to

five teachers each year. In addition to receiving $25,000, the winners engage in a six-week summer residency that

culminates in the publication of a short paper on the practice of effective teaching. Applicants who submit by the

early deadline of December 3, 2012 will learn whether they have been selected for the next round a month before

other applicants. The final deadline is January 14, 2013. Read the 2012 winners paper and learn more about how to

apply atwww.tntp.org/fishmanprize.

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?

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
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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) 6182528Email:[email protected]

*Terms and conditions apply. Please see the programwebsite for further details.

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 areencouraged 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
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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

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 atwww.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 school

principal 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.

Science Enrichment/Challenge Opportunities for

Students

Announcing for 2013: Student Spaceflight Experiments Program -- Mission 4 to the

International Space Station Apply by December 31, 2012

The National Center for Earth and Space Science Education, the Arthur C. Clarke Institute for Space Education, and

NanoRacks announce Mission 4 to the International Space Station. This STEM education opportunity immerses grade

5-14 students across a community in authentic, high visibility research, with the ability to design and propose real

experiments to fly in low Earth orbit on the International Space Station.

Each participating community will be provided a real microgravity research mini-laboratory capable of supporting a
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single experiment, and all launch services to fly it to the Space Station in Fall 2013. A 9 week experiment design

competition in each community, held winter/spring 2013 and engaging typically 300 students, allows student teams

to design and formally propose real experiments vying for their community's reserved mini-lab on Space Station.

Content resources for teachers and students support foundational instruction on science in microgravity and

experimental design. Additional programming leverages the experiment design competition to engage the

community, embracing a Learning Community Model for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and

Mathematics) education.

TIME CRITICAL: all interested communities are asked to inquire by DECEMBER 31, 2012; schools and districts need

to assess interest with their staff and, if appropriate, move forward with an Implementation Plan. Communities must

be aboard by February 18, 2013, for a 9 week experiment design phase February 25 to April 29, 2012, and flight

experiment selection by May 31, 2012. For More Information Contact: 301-395-0770 ,http:ssep.ncesse.org [email protected]

NASA is Accepting Applications for the WISH (Women in STEM High School Aerospace

Scholars) Program Apply by January 3, 2013 (HS Junior Females)

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 to jump start your future and explore the

possibilities of a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) related major or career.

WISH wants female high school juniors from across the country to participate in our pilot project! Your adventure

starts with an online community and culminates with a summer experience at NASA Johnson Space Center (JSC) in

Summer, 2013.

Applicants need to be:

o U.S. citizens

o Current female high school juniors during the 2012-2013 school year

o Interested and excited about STEM

o Committed to a one-year relationship with JSC; and

o

Able to access to the Internet and email (at home, school or public library)o A scholar with a cumulative GPA of 3.25/4.0 or higher

NASA is accepting applications for an excellent program for high school juniors:

The WISH (Women in STEM High School Aerospace Scholars) is a great opportunity for girls in their junior year of

high school who are interested in STEM careers. WISH is accepting online applications through January 3, 2012. For

more information, visit http://www.wish.aerospacescholars.org/apply.

DuPont Challenge Helps Students Meet Common Core Literacy Standards Apply by

January 13, 2013 (Grades 7-12)

It's launched! The 2013 DuPont Challenge is a competition for 7 12 grade students to research and write a 700- to

1000-word science essay on any one of 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.

The first three categories reflect the global challenges on which DuPont as a company focuses its efforts. The fourth

category opens up possibilities for students to address other important topics, using scientific research to solve issues

that can range from medicine and health to mathematical computation to any science, technology, engineering, and

math (STEM) topic that students are passionate about.

To assist teachers and their students in developing award-winning essays, theDuPont Challenge websiteoffers a
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range of guidance and tips:

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

Submissions will be accepted between November 15, 2012, and January 31, 2013. Prizes total $100,000 including U.S.Savings Bonds for all our winners and a special awards trip to Orlando, Florida, for the top two students in each

division, to be joined by a parent and sponsoring teacher. As part of the awards trip, you can expect V.I.P. treatment,

recognition, plenty of fun, and maybe even a few other surprises. Created to honor the Challenger astronauts, this

competition is a great way to get students to push the limits of imagination and discovery.

Designed to inspire young people to excel in scientific writing, the competition invites students in 7th through 12th

grade to research and write a 700- to 1,000-word essay about a scientific discovery, theory, event or technological

application that has captured their interest. Essays are judged on mechanics and conventions; ideas and content;

organization; style and creativity; and voice. Winners receive savings bonds up to $5,000 and an expenses-paid trip to

Walt Disney World and the Kennedy Space Center. The program also rewards the unique contributions of the

teachers of the winning students with trips with winners, $500 education grants, and sponsorship to attend the 2013

NSTA National Conference on Science Education in San Antonio.

For more information on classroom use and the competition, visit theDuPont Challenge website

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.NEW!!! Cornells CURIE and CATALYST Academies for HS Students Interested in

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

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

YOUR STUDENTS HAVE THEPOWER 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.

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 STARTED

Register 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
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NEW!!! 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 NASAs

One 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

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]

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