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The Next Generation Science Standards Final Public Review is Now Open!

Tue, 8 Jan 2013 22:49:00 GMT

This draft of the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) will be available for public feedback from January 8 through 29, 2013. This is the last public review period before the standards are completed in March 2013. We fully encourage all interested parties to review the draft NGSS as individuals or in groups and provide feedback to the Lead States and writers.

Please visit the Achieve NGSS website to access the online survey and the support documents available for your review. To go directly to the online survey, please visit here. This page provides instructions on how to register and access the online survey. You will need to choose which of the two views (by disciplinary core idea or by topic) you want to access. When you choose the view, you will be directed to the registration page.

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Encourage High School Seniors to Apply for the National Youth Science Camp!

Mon, 31 Dec 2012 17:37:00 GMT

Two high school seniors from each state will receive a full scholarship to exchange ideas with scientists and other professionals from the academic and corporate worlds. The nearly month-long experience includes lectures and hands-on research projects presented by scientists from across the nation; overnight camping trips into the Monogahela National Forest; and a visit to Washington D.C.

The NYSC experience is offered at no cost to its participants, so that selected delegates may attend regardless of their financial status. Educational and recreational programming, as well as meals, lodging, and round-trip air passage on scheduled airlines are provided free of charge.

Delegates arrive in Charleston, West Virginia, on Thursday, June 26, and depart on Sunday, July 20, 2013. The NYSC is held near Bartow in the eastern mountains of West Virginia, within the Monongahela National Forest. Application forms are available on the NYSC website at www.nys ...MORE

Nominate an Outstanding Science Teacher for the Presidential Award!

Mon, 31 Dec 2012 16:38:00 GMT

The Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) is the highest recognition that a kindergarten through 12th grade mathematics or science teacher may receive for outstanding teaching in the United States. The 2012-2013 nomination period for 7-12 grade mathematics and science teachers for the PAEMST program is currently open. Anyone--principals, teachers, parents, students, or members of the general public--may nominate exceptional math or science teachers teaching grades 7-12 for the 2012-13 Award Year. Teachers may also apply directly at www.paemst.org. The Nomination Deadline is April 1, 2013. The Application Deadline is May 1, 2013 for secondary school teachers (Grades 7-12). Elementary school teachers (Grades K-6) are eligible to apply in the next cycle in 2013-14. For more information about the PAEMST, visit www.paemst.org. For questions about the nomination or application process, contact: ...MORE

December 2012 Science Teacher Update Released

Mon, 3 Dec 2012 20:28:00 GMT

In the December 2012 Science Teacher Update you will read about professional development opportunities, teacher and student competitions and awards, and much more. To learn about subscribing to the Science Teacher Update, please visit the Content Area Teacher Newsletters web page.