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Build YOUR Community's STEM Plan!
Over 100 people have already attended the SE MA STEM Network's series of Fall meetings. The events at Cape Cod Community College (Nov. 1), Massasoit Community College (Nov. 7), and Bridgewater State University (Nov. 15) are over, but you can still register for the meeting coming up Dec. 5 at Bristol Community College in Fall River:
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Presenters from School District Community teams will provide updates on their community's STEM progress since the Expo and share model programs. Attendees will be able to connect with resources to ramp up STEM activities in their schools and communities.
It's not too late to form a STEM Education Team for your school, district, or community! STEM Education teams have access to special services from the SE MA Network, including technical assistance to develop their own STEM initiative, and our newly-launched Corporate Partners program. Click here to learn more about becoming a STEM Education team.
All educators and community members are welcome to use the SE MA STEM Network's career exploration website and STEM resource directory. Find them at http://www.connectsemass.org/stem/ .
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Looking for STEM in all the RIGHT Places
STEM organizations across Southeastern Massachusetts are invited to enter information about their programs and services in our searchable online directory. Whether you offer professional development for teachers, weekend STEM programs for kids, or support for STEM entrepreneurs, there's a place for you in our directory! Some of our newest directory listings include: - Lab-AIDS
- Mass Academy of Math & Science
- Aldeberan Robotics
Only organizations registered in our STEM directory will be eligible to offer programs and exhibits at future SE MA STEM events, so register your organization now. 
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News and Events from the Region
Saturday Science for Families
Thornton Burgess Society, East Sandwich
December 1-29, 2012, 4:00-5:30PM
Families are invited to pre-register for these programs which include hands-on activities and exploration suitable for children ages 6-12. December is Mammal Month with topics such as Skulls and Bones and White-tailed Deer. Charge of $3 per person for members, $5 for non-members. Register by calling 508-888-6870. For more information visit Thornton Burgess Society.
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25th Annual Science Poetry Contest
Deadline: March 15th, 2013
Dr. George Ladd and his research assistants at Boston College coordinate an annual Massachusetts Science Poetry Contest for students grades K-8. The contest encourages students to integrate writing and art with science and has drawn thousands of entries from Bay State school children over the past 23 years. Categories to be judged include Most Original, Most Humorous, Best Long Poem, Best Multi-Grade Poem, and Best Photo-Illustrated Poem (Grade 6-8 only). Winners will receive a certificate and student work will be published in a book of winners that can be purchased after the contest. Email to request a contest packet; for more information visit: https://sites.google.com/site/masciencepoetrycontest/ .
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2012 New England Venture Summit
Hilton Boston/Dedham, Dedham
Wednesday December 5, 2012
Presented by youngStartup Ventures, The 7th Annual New England Venture Summit is the leading industry gathering which proudly connects venture capitalists, corporate VC's, angel investors, university professors, and many more. New investors and seasoned CEOs alike will benefit from this exclusive full-day Summit featuring venture panels, company presentations, and high-level networking . For more information, visit: the conference website. |
Statewide Robotics Competition
Milton High School, Milton
December 15th, 2012
In celebration of Computer Science week, the Milton High robotics team will host a statewide robotics competition. This competition is an official qualifying event for the First Tech Challenge. For more information, email Marilyn Decker at mdecker@miltonps.org or visit: http://www.usfirst.org/roboticsprograms/ftc/
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Hall At Patriot Place Seeks STEM Teacher of the Year
Deadline: February 15, 2013
The Hall at Patriot Place presented by Raytheon will honor a Massachusetts STEM teacher (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) next spring as its first STEM Teacher of the Year. The winner will receive a $5,000 grant for his/her school and will be honored at The Hall at Patriot Place, and in a pregame ceremony at a New England Patriots game. All full-time certified K-12 classroom STEM teachers in MA public or private schools are eligible. Nominations must be submitted by someone with a direct knowledge of the teacher's impact. For more information or to access the nomination form, visit: www.thehallatpatriotplace.com.
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Winter Tree Identification
Lloyd Center for the Environment, Dartmouth
December 19th, 1:30- 3:00PM During this 90-minute program, go on an outdoor walk and learn tree identification skills to use when spending time outside. Whether you are new to tree identification, or a seasoned veteran, the Lloyd Center for the Environment will put your skills to the test! Pre-registration is required: Call 508-558-2918. $4 fee for members, non-members, $5.
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Share your news!
We want to include all the cool stuff happening around our region. Plus, we'd love to share your news, as well as suggestions for things you find interesting. So ... Let us know! Email your news, events, and other interesting tidbits to southeaststemnetwork@connectsemass.org.
Plus, don't forget to register your organization in the SE MA STEM directory so that people seeking your STEM services can find you:
And be sure to check out the network website at :
Our mission is to connect southeastern Massachusetts students, educators, employers, and STEM advocates to resources and to each other. |
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