2010-2011 Teacher Program

ScienceWise Kickoff

Who: Teachers, grades K-12
What: Come spend an evening experiencing the joys, trills, and sense of wonder in science and science teaching with an exciting presenter.  Known as "Techno Sage" by his colleagues, Sage Arnote taught middle school science for 8 years and has been an Instructional Technology Director for the Independence School District for the last 2 years. As an adjunct professor for UMKC, Sage worked with other instructors to creat a nwe class "Developing Technology Enriched Lesson Plans." The program focuses on combining quality resources with creative pedagogical strategies for technology integration. Register online at http://www.sciencepioneers.org/pageDetail.asp?id=31 or click here for a registration form.
When: September 21, 2010, 4:30pm to 7:30pm
Where: Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation
Why:

• Explore hands-on activities you can take back to your classrooms immediately!
• Learn about all of our ScienceWise courses and 2010-2011 programs.
• Receive free materials and door prizes galore! 

ScienceWise Courses

Who: Teachers, grades K-12
What: ScienceWise courses are back with new topics- two of which is a new exciting online courses! Registration is required for all courses with payment. Course cost is $15 for every four hours of course time. Registration is now available online! In addition, one hour of graduate credit is offered for every 12 hours of class time for $50 from UMKC, Baker University or Park University payable at the first course session teacher attends. Registration online at http://www.sciencepioneers.org/pageDetail.asp?id=31 . For full course descriptions, schedule, registration form and course syllabi and standards: http://www.sciencepioneers.org/pageDetail.asp?id=89
When: October 2010 to February 2011, 4:30pm-8:30pm weekdays and 8:30am-12:30pm Saturdays
Where: UMKC Training Room NW 4th Floor Union Station- Unless otherwise noted*.
Why:

• Use content and methods practiced at our courses-- 96% of our teachers do!
• Gain Science Knowledge and new ideas for teaching-- 95% of our teachers do!
• Improve student learning-- 100% of our teachers agree!

Science Fair Kickoff

Who: Teacher, novice and experienced, considering or planning to have students do science fair projects this year.
What: Learn how to organize a science fair, generate ideas for projects and use activities to motivate students. Learn the basic rules for the Greater Kansas City Science & Engineering Fair and how to access them in more detail. For registration form click here. Register online at http://www.sciencepioneers.org/pageDetail.asp?id=31.
When: October 9, 2010, 8:30am to 11:30am
Where: UMKC Training Room NW 4th Floor Union Station
Why:

• Obtain advice from the pros and personal contact for help later
• Walk away with loads of resources to jump start yourself and your students on science fair projects
• Learn tips about encouraging quality student research

Teacher Resource Day

Who: Teachers grades K-12
What: ScienceWise Teacher Resource Day includes a Teacher Share-A-Thon and a Science Resource Expo. Master teachers will be on hand sharing new exciting lessons. Kansas City Metro area science education organizations will be present to share the wonderul opportunities they have for teachers and studetns throughout the school year and metro area. Click here for registration form.
When: February 12, 2011, 9:00am to 12:00pm
Where: UMKC Campus Pierson Auditorium at the University Center
Why:

• Observe demonstrations of lessons in action
• Have your questions answered
• Receive a free CD with all lesson plans and handouts
• PLUS contact info for science education organizations, PowerPoint presentations and information on freebies and grants for the classroom

Science Pioneers Mentor Directory

Who: Teachers and home school parents, upon request
What: Science Pioneers maintains a mentor directory which contains contact information of professional scientists and engineers. To obtain a directory, call 816-460-2261 or email admin@sciencepioneers.org
Why:

• Have student questions about their science fair project answered by a professional
• Find resources to help with student research
• Locate a professional for a classroom visit