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STEAM News and Events
Greetings!
Welcome to 2015-2016 school year. Whether you are looking for professional learning opportunities or classroom activities to engage students in STEAM, this edition of CCCOE's STEAM Enews is filled with resources. Take a pledge to engage your students in a STEAM project, a maker experience or an integrated unit this semester.
Visit our website to view resources, link to standards and stay up-to-date with events . Feel free to contact Hilary Dito with questions, comments and thoughts about integrating STEAM into your classroom.
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Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)
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California Standards in Science
Educators are currently transitioning to California Standards in Science, the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS).
Learn more about the NGSS, take steps to shift your science instruction and stay connected to the CA Science Framework development process. To receive the latest information on the NGSS, join California's Department of Education's NGSS mailing list. Send a blank email to join-ngss@mlist.cde.ca.gov.
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Attend California's 2nd series of NGSS Rollout trainings: Awareness to Transition
Explore the next steps in the journey toward NGSS Implementation. This is a collaborative effort that includes the California Department of Education, California Science Project, California Science Teachers Association, Curriculum and Instruction Steering Committee, and the K-12 Alliance/WestEd.
Districts are encouraged to bring a team of 4-6 educators including an administrator, high school science teacher, middle school science teacher, elementary teacher and other district science leaders.
Bay Area trainings will be held at:
- CSUEB, Hayward: September 15-16, 2015
- Santa Clara County Office of Education, San Jose: November 9-10, 2015
Visit the website for more information or to register.
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2015 California Science Education Conference
This year's California Science Education Conference sessions will focus on NGSS 3-Dimensional Learning, Technology integration, Literacy and Math integration, and more.
The conference will be held in Sacramento, October 2-4. For more info, visit their website.
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The Evidence Statements are intended to identify clear, measurable components that align to Performance Expectations in the NGSS. Download evidence statements for K-5, 6-8, and high school.
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Teacher Opportunities and Professional Development
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2015 California STEM Symposium: Designing Our Future
Registration is now open for Designing Our Future. The CA STEM Symposium brings together thousands of educators, program providers, business leaders and philanthropic representatives to engage in STEM education, sharing best practices for program implementation and development. Strands include STEM and Arts; Leadership in STEM; Diversity, Girls, and Inclusion in STEM; and STEM Learning Across Disciplines.
The conference will be held at the Anaheim Convention Center, October 29-30. For more info, visit their website
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NSTA offers 19 different awards that recognize teachers for their development and implementation of unique science programs and curricula, outstanding leadership and dedication to the profession. The NSTA awards offer recognition and a multitude of prizes for educators. Prizes include cash awards and grants, school supplies and materials, and trips to national conferences.
For more information or to download an application, visit the NSTA Teacher Awards Program website. The submission deadline for most of the awards is November 30, 2015
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Exploratorium - Free Visits for Teacher
California Teachers can visit the San Francisco Exploratorium at no charge. (But be sure to request your free admission here.) Check out the exhibits and see how you can inspire your students in STEAM.
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Classroom Grants
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Dow Chemical Company Community Advisory Panel (CAP) Grant Program
The DOW CAP Grant Program is accepting on-line applications until September 17. Eligible applicants must represent community non-profit organizations, schools, municipalities, or county governmental agencies/departments that have identified science, education or environmental projects that will enhance the quality of life within East Contra Costa County. Grants range from $2,500 to $5,000. For more information and to apply, visit their website.
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Classroom Resources and Websites
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San Francisco Opera Arts Resources in Action (ARIA) program
Take advantage of San Francisco Opera's ARIA program. Their innovative programs offers opportunities for students to integrate opera with core learning. Programs span K-16 grade levels. Scholarships are available for programs. For more information, visit their website.
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Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra Education Programs
San Francisco's Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra offers free educational programs for students in grades 6-12. Bring your students to a concert or have musicians come to you. For more information and to apply for tickets visit their website.
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MoMA Art Lab is a free iPad app that allows students to design artwork and share with communities. Have your students begin creating today.
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Student and Family Opportunities
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California Coastal Cleanup Day
Join thousands of other Californians on September 19 and help clean up our beaches and waterways. For information on how to participate, visit their website.
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The CCCOE STEAM Enews is published regularly, highlighting news, events, and resources that enhance STEAM education for all students. If you received the STEAM enews from a colleague, please join our mailing list to continue receiving updates. This publication does not signify that the Contra Costa County Office of Education endorses the event or program mentioned.
For more information regarding CCCOE STEAM, please visit our website.
Sincerely,
Hilary Haugen Dito
CCCOE STEAM Coordinator
Associate Superintendent, Pamela Comfort, Ed.D.
925-942-3358
STEAM Coordinator, Hilary Haugen Dito
925-942-3396
Published by the Communications Office of the Contra Costa County Office of Education
Layout/Design, Diane Morrell; Web Developer, June Stephens;
Writer/Editor/Media Relations, Jonathan Lance
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