Thursday, April 30, 2009

TEACHER: 3rd Annual Teacher Enrichment in Computer Science (TECS) Workshop

3rd Annual Teacher Enrichment in Computer Science (TECS) Workshop

Learn about emerging ideas and projects, network with other teachers, enrich yourself: adaptive technology, social networking, security-CSI forensics, Web 2.0 Smackdown, Google Apps, free stuff, grant writing, information literacy, Kidspiration, Photo Story, robotics, Smartboards and Smart ideas, social networking, virtual worlds.

Location: Bucks County Community College - Newtown Campus
Course: OCPED 4013 Sec. C01
June 22-23 (Monday Tuesday)
8:30 am-3:30 pm
Act 48 Hours: 12
Continental breakfast and lunch included
Fee: $25

registration

flyer

See also: Bucks County Community College Continuing Education

--Mr. Bujak

Wednesday, April 29, 2009

STUDENT: CDC Disease Detective Camp (DDC)

CDC Disease Detective Camp (DDC)

FREE!! The National Center for Health Marketing Global Health Odyssey Museum is pleased to offer the 2009 CDC Disease Detective Camp (DDC). DDC is an academic day camp for students who will be high school juniors and seniors during the 2009-2010 school year. Campers will take on the roles of disease detectives and learn how CDC safeguards the nation's health.

June 22-26 and
July 13-17

For more information and to apply to go www.cdc.gov/gcc/exhibit/camp.htm.

Deadline is April 20.

--Mr. Bujak

Monday, April 27, 2009

TEACHER: Philadelphia Zoo Summer Teacher Institute

Philadelphia Zoo Summer Teacher Institute

August 10-14, 2009 • 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
30-35 Professional Development Credits.

Spend your days at the Philadelphia Zoo and tackle the Environmental and Ecology Standards through fun-filled workshops. Participate in behind-the-scenes tours and feedings. Explore hands-on activities, learn conservation action steps for kids, and talk with Zoo keepers. Receive Project Wild training along with K-12 activity books. New and updated every year! Register Today! Call 215-243-5235 for pricing and registration. Please provide your home or summertime contact information. Visit the online Teachers Lounge for information regarding all of the Teacher Workshops.

--Mr. Bujak

STUDENT: DESIGNCAMP

DESIGN CAMP "we build cool stuff"
UMass Lowell

multiple classes, various grade levels

--Mr. Bujak

Sunday, April 26, 2009

TEACHER: Teacher Collaboration Program (NIMBioS)

The Teacher Collaboration Program hosted by National Institute for Mathematical and Biological Synthesis (NIMBioS) is intended to provide links between teachers, scientists, and educators with interest in mathematical biology. Math or biology/science teachers interested in making connections between the fields are encouraged to participate.

NIMBioS will pair teachers with interest in mathematics and biology with active researchers in the math biology community. Collaboration activities can include:
  • Electronic emails
  • Phone sessions
  • Teaching projects
  • Classroom visits if possible
  • Cooperation for after school activities if possible
  • Curriculum discussion
  • Enhanced applications to math biology
  • Discussions on work assignments
To request a collaborator, please fill out the Teacher Collaboration Request Form.

Please note that by filling out the form you agree to participate in the program assessment activities, such as brief online surveys, for the purpose of improving the program.