Common Core Connections for Science
Updates on the impact and use of the Common Core Literacy in Science StandardsSee More
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Dana Cummings joined Gail Hall's group
Next Generation Science Standards
At this site we will post updates and new information about the Next Generation Science Standards--national standards which are being developed this year.
Dana Cummings joined Gail Hall's group
Middle Level Science Educators
Here you will find opportunities and ideas for middle level classrooms and teachers.See More
Next Generation Science Standards
At this site we will post updates and new information about the Next Generation Science Standards--national standards which are being developed this year.
Cassie Major replied to Gail Hall's discussion NASA Resources--Science, Technology and Space! in the group Elementary Science Educators"Gail, I'm glad you are posting this Space newsletter. I still get it through NASA, as well, but since the change in VSTA newsletter methods of posting, never known what to do with it after I've enjoyed reading it."
Gail Hall added a discussion to the group Classroom Materials/Resources/Videos and Websites
NASA Resources--Science, Technology and Space
The latest issue of the Space Place Newsletter: News and Notes for Formal and Informal Educators has just been published. The newsletter is all about the many useful and--it goes without saying--free resources on the Space Place website that can be helpful for kids and grown-ups interested learning about science, technology, and space. The newsletter may be downloaded from…See More
Gail Hall added a discussion to the group Elementary Science Educators
NASA Resources--Science, Technology and Space!
The latest issue of the Space Place Newsletter: News and Notes for Formal and Informal Educators has just been published. The newsletter is all about the many useful and--it goes without saying--free resources on the Space Place website that can be helpful for kids and grown-ups interested learning about science, technology, and space. The newsletter may be downloaded from…See More
Gail Hall added a discussion to the group STEM Info
NASA Resources--Science, Technology and Space
The latest issue of the Space Place Newsletter: News and Notes for Formal and Informal Educators has just been published. The newsletter is all about the many useful and--it goes without saying--free resources on the Space Place website that can be helpful for kids and grown-ups interested learning about science, technology, and space. The newsletter may be downloaded from…See More
Gail Hall added a discussion to the group STEM InfoA Space -Learning Opportunity
Announcing the Student Spaceflight Experiments Program (SSEP) Fifth Flight Opportunity - SSEP Mission 3 to the International Space Station for the 2012-13 Academic Year. Check out this website http://ssep.ncesse.org/communities/ This is an opportunity for schools and districts to engage their Grade 5-12 students in Real Microgravity Experiment Design for Flight to the International Space Station. We Are Truly Inviting…See More
Gail Hall added a discussion to the group Next Generation Science StandardsA Suggestion for NGSS Review...
NSTA has developed some guidelines for educators to conduct a Study Group to review the NGSS Draft that will be released after May 11. Check out the attachment below to see if this might work for you and your colleagues. See More
Carlos F. A. Pinkham replied to Gail Hall's discussion Our Body: The Universe Within in the group Vermont Opportunities"Went there Saturday with a number of Norwich Students and other anatomy profs. Surprised to find mistakes on the labels and in the narratives. Might be a good exercise to make a list of them all and see if students can find…"
Gail Hall added a discussion to the group Vermont Opportunities
Our Body: The Universe Within
The current exhibit at the ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center featuring the human body is a world-class, fascinating, artful and educational exhibit consisting of actual human bodies and organs and the systems that make the body work. This exhibit literally goes "under the skin", revealing the mysteries of the human anatomy. The bodies, specimens and organs have been preserved using a process known as polymer…See More
Gail Hall added a discussion to the group Next Generation Science StandardsThe Latest on NGSS Review...
The efforts to develop the NGSS are moving forward and we need your help. Beginning May 11—you can be part of the process—and electronically submit your thoughts about whatever section(s) of the latest NGSS Draft that you might like. At this website you can view any section (grade level cluster or content area) of the latest NGSS draft and submit your comments through a short electronic survey. It would be wonderful, if you are able, for you to provide your input. At this point…See More
Gail Hall added a discussion to the group High School Science Educators
Red-Tailed Hawk and Great Blue Heron Nests--LIVE!
Take a look at these Cornell Lab of Ornithology sites...and show your students a live Cam view of either a Red-Tailed Hawk nest (3 babies hatched last week--during the snow!) or a Great Blue Heron nest with 4 hatchlings and one egg--possibly pipped). Many teachers are showing their classes these wonderful sites...The info provided is great and the chat rooms have Orinthology Moderators who are answering questions.Outstanding sites!GBH site (in a tree on the pond at Sapsucker Woods,…See More
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Updates
May 2012!!
Just posted!--Check out the Next Generation Science Site--for information on how you can review the latest draft of the Next Generation Science Standards.
Newly Added--REMINDER--Science and Literacy Webinar April 11 3:30-4:30. See Middle or High School Goup for details.
- Vermont selected as Lead State in NGSS Development
Check out the NGSS (Next Generation Science Standards) Group below!
- Check out STEM Doings-- -- VSTA STEM Conference--April 9--Save the Date
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Get your program on the map of MOST-Science
MOST-Science is a nationwide study funded by the National Science Foundation and the Noyce Foundation. They are collecting data on the organization and practices of science, engineering and technology-focused out-of-school-time (OST) programs across the country. They would very much appreciate your assistance in contributing to the study and/or spreading the word about it.
The online questionnaire for leaders of youth OST science programs can be found at: …
Posted by Annette L Brickley on April 13, 2012 at 10:34am
Stuck in Vermont at the 2012 VSSMF
Just in case you missed it, here is the whole video.
Here is a link to the WCAX interview of Eva on The 30 Thursday night.
Posted by Vermont State Science Math Fair on April 7, 2012 at 12:38pm
Stuck in Vermont at the 2012 VSSMF
The 2012 Vermont State Science & Math Fair was a success! In addition to our fantastic student participants and industry and academic judges, we had visitors from Goodrich, the Dept of Ed, UVM CEMS and the Vt Manufacturing Exchange. We also hosted Eva Sollberger from 7 Days.
Eva Sollberger was Stuck in Vermont at the '12 VSSMF. The video will air Wed online and Thurs on channel 3 btw 5:30-6pm on The30. …
Posted by Vermont State Science Math Fair on April 3, 2012 at 9:13am
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Posted by Vermont State Science Math Fair on March 26, 2012 at 3:52pm
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Science is hard, but rewarding
NPR proposes that science is hard and that is what makes it so rewarding for students to learn!…Continue
Started by Vermont State Science Math Fair Feb 29.
Jobs go unfilled, problem solving skills in demand
Jobs go unfilled, problem solving skills in demandquote:"CEOs said they are looking for workers -- some 600,000 U.S. manufacturing jobs are going unfilled because companies cannot find applicants…Continue
Started by Vermont State Science Math Fair Feb 29.
Funny Things that Students Write on Tests 1 Reply
**Some people can tell what time it is by looking at the sun, but I have never been able to read the numbers. **Most books now say our sun is a star, but it still knows how to change back into…Continue
Started by Gail Hall. Last reply by Sandy Brown Jan 25.
New Science Career Resource
A valuable new resource for interesting students in Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) and Health Science education and careers. is available. The …Continue
Started by Gail Hall Feb 11, 2011.
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