Tag Archives: Middle School

Lots to Do at This Saturday’s OSTA Fall Staff Development Conference

Posted on November 4, 2009 by Bob

Don’t miss Saturday’s OSTA Fall Staff Development Conference!   Pre-Registered participants will have a table where they can check-in and quickly pick up their conference materials and be on their way.  (But you still might want to arrive early as … Continue reading →

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NSTA Competition and Grant Programs for 2009-2010

Posted on September 15, 2009 by Bob

It’s that time of year again! NSTA and its sponsors are kicking off another exciting year of rewarding and recognizing high-performing science educators and students through our large-scale, nationally known competitions and grant programs. Check out the following opportunities listed below. Disney’s Planet … Continue reading →

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DISNEY’S PLANET CHALLENGE

Posted on September 14, 2009 by Bob

DISNEY LAUNCHES NATIONWIDE ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE COMPETITION FOR THE CLASSROOM, DISNEY’S PLANET CHALLENGE Program Tailored to Educational Guidelines of Each State Grand Prize Winning Class Will Enjoy Disneyland® Celebration With the school year in full swing, educators will have a new … Continue reading →

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EXPLORAVISION AWARDS 2010: REGISTRATION NOW OPEN

Posted on September 11, 2009 by Bob

EXPLORAVISION AWARDS 2010: REGISTRATION NOW OPEN Challenge today’s young minds to create tomorrow’s world. Your students will invent the future. They’ll discover new, improved technologies and scientific advancements that will create tomorrow’s world. As an ExploraVision coach, you inspire them … Continue reading →

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Monarch Watch 2009 Tagging Kits Still Available

Posted on September 8, 2009 by Bob

Monarch Watch 2009 Tagging Kits ————————————————– Tags are going fast but are still available – they will typically arrive within 7-10 days of placing an order online or by phone. Monarch Watch Tagging Kits and other materials (don’t forget to … Continue reading →

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President Obama to Speak to Students September 8

Posted on September 2, 2009 by Bob

From ed.gov: Please note that the time of this speech has changed to 12:00 noon eastern standard time. In a recent interview with student reporter, Damon Weaver, President Obama announced that on September 8 — the first day of school for … Continue reading →

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August Janagram

Posted on August 19, 2009 by Bob

Science News from OSDE Science Director Jana Rowland Field Trip Grants Available The Target Corporation has announced that it will award 5,000 field trip grants of up to $800 each for the coming K-12 school year. Managed by Scholarship America, … Continue reading →

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OSDE Student Assessment Documents Update

Posted on August 17, 2009 by Bob

Please see the very important information listed below from the Assessment Office.  Be sure to download the Blueprints for the assessed science grades/content and also download the new performance level descriptors. These documents will be very valuable as you plan … Continue reading →

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MyScience: Connecting With 21st Century Students

Posted on August 4, 2009 by Bob

OSTA 2009 Fall Staff Development Conference Saturday, November 7, 2009 Howell Hall, University of Central Oklahoma, Edmond OSTA Awards! OSTA presents annual awards to recognize those among us who have made significant contributions to science education in the state.  The … Continue reading →

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2009 EARTH SCIENCE WEEK TOOLKITS NOW AVAILABLE

Posted on July 29, 2009 by Bob

The Earth Science Week 2009 (October 11-17) Toolkit enables students, educators, and the public to fully explore this year’s theme “Understanding Climate.” The latest edition of this resource is now available through the American Geological Institute (AGI). It contains a … Continue reading →

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