The association will award grants of $750 each to help teachers, program directors, school-district supervisors, and other individuals or groups improve the education of students in meteorology. Those selected can use the funds to take an accredited course in atmospheric sciences, attend a relevant workshop or conference, or purchase scientific materials or equipment for the classroom.
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The John H. Lounsbury Award for Distinguished Service is the highest award given by the National Middle School Association (NMSA). This award is given only when an individual has demonstrated a high level of service, integrity, and leadership in middle level education. Selection procedures include a committee review of received nominations and materials. If a recommendation results from committee deliberations, it is submitted to the Board of Trustees for a final decision.

Viable candidates for this award include those who have made a global impact on middle level education, have a minimum of 10 years of actively demonstrated, distinguished service, have demonstrated scholarship of the highest level in professional writing and research, and have maintained dedicated service to middle level education beyond the local, state, or regional level.
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Qualifying nonprofit organizations such as primary and secondary schools, youth clubs, universities, optics centers, science centers, industry associations, and international optical societies are eligible. SPIE, an international membership society, serves scientists and engineers in industry, academia, and government, as well as companies producing leading-edge products. Its constituents work in a variety of fields employing some aspect of optics and photonics, the science and application of light. SPIE provides up to $5,000 in support to its members for optics-related education and outreach projects. (Deadlines are May 31 and January 31.)
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The ESA Foundation awards grants of varying amounts to nonprofits working to support programs and opportunities that use technology or computer and video games to make a positive difference in the lives of America's youth. To receive funding, an organization must meet the following criteria: be tax-exempt, seek funding for a specific project or program that will be in two or more states, support youth ages 7–18, and provide youth programs in education, skills and personal development, general health and welfare, risk behavior prevention, or multimedia arts and technology. Grants of up to $50,000 will be awarded. Applications are accepted year-round, but applicants seeking to implement projects for the next calendar year should submit applications by the May 15 deadline.
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To help K-12 teachers bring the real world of materials science into their classrooms, the ASM Materials Education Foundation awards 10 grants of $500 annually. The “Living in a Material World’ grants recognize teacher creativity. Their purpose is to enhance awareness of materials science and the role of materials scientists in society. Applicants must submit a two-page proposal describing a curriculum-based, hands-on project involving students' observations, communication, and mathematics and science skills that will increase their awareness of the materials around them.
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Nominate a preschool or elementary school every month to receive a $50 SlimyBookworm.com gift card. Invite your friends to nominate your favorite school, too. The school with the most votes wins. Winning schools are featured every month on the SlimyBookworm.com homepage under Announcements.
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To spread the word about Mole Day and get students excited about chemistry, the National Mole Day Foundation has created The Maury Award. This award is valued at up to $200 and will be given to teachers to support student-centered Mole day activities in the classroom, school, or community. Any science teacher who has an active NMDF membership since the previous October 23rd may apply.
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Earthwatch will be offering fully funded fellowships to K-12 teachers across the United States this summer. These expeditions allow teachers of all school subjects, without any field experience required, to be awarded travel during their summer break, while helping scientists conduct important environmental research. Teacher fellowships typically include a travel stipend, too. As an educator fellow, you'll spend 1-2 weeks on an Earthwatch expedition alongside other teachers led by prominent field researchers. You will develop your skills and understanding around environmental concerns so that you are better able to pass on that knowledge to your students. 

Nearly 50 teachers will be selected and placed in teams with 7-9 other educators. The projects you will participate on are Spotting Songbirds in the Rockies (July 19-27 and August 3-11, 2013) and Climate Change and Caterpillars in Arizona (July 28-August 7).

Teachers with questions about the Earthwatch Educator Fellowship programs can e-mail fellowshipawards@earthwatch.org or call 800-776-0188. Download the 2013 expedition guide at https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/2013-earthwatch-research-expedition/id569625403?mt=11. Earthwatch hopes to announce all awards by May 1.
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The National Association of Geoscience Teachers (NAGT) recognizes outstanding teaching assistants in geoscience education. Both undergraduate and graduate teaching assistants are eligible for the award. Winners receive a one- year membership in NAGT, which includes an online subscription to the Journal of Geoscience Education and the new In The Trenches quarterly magazine. Nominations must be submitted by the department chair or faculty member coordinating teaching assistants.
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The grant offers modest financial support to those teachers who are currently using amateur radio in their classrooms as an instructional tool and who need financial assistance for specific purposes. The grant is meant to supplement existing resources for such things as amateur radio license manuals and instructor guides, station upkeep and maintenance, upgrades, and various supplies and consumables. Progress Grants have a limit of $500 per school year. The ARRL accepts applications for deadlines on November 1 and May 1 of each year.
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This national recognition program is for schools, teachers, and students across Canada involved in demonstrating environmentally sustainable practices and exploring environmental careers along the way. Participating schools have a chance to win one of three $1,000 cash prizes toward implementing green initiatives.
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Your school district may be eligible for a QZAB grant. QZAB funds can be used for renovation, energy efficiency, renewable energy, technology and STEM academies. Nonprofit National Education Foundation can help structure your QZAB grant for $1 million to $30 million at no cost to you. NEF will provide you the mandated 10% match and QZAB academy–a world-class STEM+ academy by NEF and the State University of NY and/ or a university/college near you. QZAB academy is capable of advancing a student one grade level in a subject such as math or reading in 20-30 learning hours. Grant eligibility must include 35% or more students on Free or Reduced Cost Lunch. The total NEF Matching Grant Amount is $100 million. The maximum NEF Matching Grant Amount per school district is $3 million, allowing schools to apply for up to $30 million in QZAB funds from individual states' Department of Education.
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The award is bestowed on U.S. teachers who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in the field of special education. Eligible candidates must be nominated by an individual involved in the field of special education and must have taught for a minimum of three years. Candidates will be judged by their teaching, service (outside of the classroom), and professional activities. 

The winner will receive an award that bears the recipient's name, award name, award date, and the official seal of the National Association of Special Education Teachers (NASET).
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These grants are primarily directed to educational programs for youth in grades K–12. Funding is provided to local, state, provincial, and regional educational institutions; libraries; and programs that provide ongoing support, such as Junior Achievement. The foundation also supports youth programs provided by local arts organizations, symphony orchestras, museums, and others. Initial approach is to contact the foundation for application form, which is required. The deadlines are the 10th of every other month beginning in January.
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The Lois Lenski Covey Foundation, Inc. (LLCF) annually awards grants for purchasing books published for young people in preschool through eighth grade. Grants range from $500 to $3,000 and are specifically for children’s book purchases rather than administrative or operational uses. The LLCF library grant program provides grants for public libraries, school libraries, and charitable organizations [501(c)(3)] that have lending libraries where children up to age 18 may borrow books to read or to use for gathering information.
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The Turnaround Management Association (TMA) will award two K-12 teachers a $5,000 cash prize, along with transportation and lodging expenses (up to $1,000 USD) for The Annual, TMA's 25th annual conference, taking place October 3-5 at the Marriott Wardman Park in Washington, D.C. TMA, an industry group for corporate restructuring specialists who help troubled businesses, is accepting entries through May 1. Established in 2004, the Butler-Cooley Excellence in Teaching Awards Program honors teachers who have demonstrated their capacity to change the outcome of students’ lives and communities where they teach.

Nominees must meet the following qualifications:
* Be licensed and active elementary or secondary (K-12) classroom teachers
* Teach at an accredited public or private school
* Possess at least five years of teaching experience
* Have instructed students the equivalent of 20 hours per week during a nine-month academic calendar year for at least five of the prior seven years

Download the application at www.turnaround.org/cmaextras/2013ButlerCooley_AwardApp.pdf.. 
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The NEA Foundation Student Achievement Grants provide funds to improve the academic achievement of students by engaging in critical thinking and problem-solving that deepen knowledge of standards-based subject matter. The work should also improve students' habits of inquiry, self-directed learning, and critical reflection. Maximum award: $5,000. Practicing U.S. public school teachers, public school education support professionals, or faculty or staff at public higher education institutions are eligible to apply. Application deadlines are February 1, June 1, and October 15.

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Grants support public school teachers, public education support professionals, or faculty and staff in public institutions of higher education for one of two purposes. Grants of $2,000 to individuals fund participation in high-quality professional development experiences, such as summer institutes or action research. Grants of $5,000 to groups fund collegial study, including study groups, action research, lesson study, or mentoring experiences for faculty or staff new to an assignment.

Public school teachers of grades K–12; public school education support professionals; or faculty and staff at public higher education institutions may apply. Deadlines are February 1, June 1, and October 15.
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The Mountaineers Foundation promotes the study of the mountains, forests, and streams of the Pacific Northwest, and contributes to preserving its natural beauty and ecological integrity. The Foundation funds modest, short-term projects consistent with those purposes, with a maximum grant normally at $5,000. Application deadlines are: February 1, May 1, and September 1.
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Win a SAMCAM 760 for your school and $500 for your student. When it comes to active learning, nothing beats presenting live in front of fellow classmates. Encourage your students to discover themselves while learning about historical characters. This competition is fun and engaging. Students are to portray their favorite historical character on a 1–3 minute digital video. All entries will be posted on YouTube. There are two Superhero Program competitions for the year (Winter/Spring and Summer/Fall).
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Five high school students have the opportunity to each earn $1,000 scholarships by writing up to a 300-word essay answering the question "What do you think about technology advancements and how they will change the way we learn in the future? Is it for the better?" The essays will be judged on originality, relevance to the real world, and the writing quality.
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Samsung wants to help teachers upgrade the quality of technology in American schools. The 2013 grant program is simple. SAMCAM 760 document cameras will be awarded to worthy schools based on the lesson plan they submit. Including a document camera in your lesson plans is an excellent way to focus an entire class on a single subject and enhance their learning experience. Only teachers may apply. Design a fun lesson plan in 100 words or less using the Samsung SAMCAM 760 document camera. The evaluation team will review the applicants and notify the top 20 finalists. The top 20 will then submit a video showing their lesson plan in the classroom while using the SAMCAM 760. Ten winners will then be chosen based on their final video submission.
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The Spencer Foundation awards grants in the following areas of interest: Education and Social Opportunity; Teaching, Learning, and Instructional Resources; Purposes and Values of Education; and Organizational Learning. Principal Investigators applying for a research grant must be affiliated with a school district, a college or university, a research facility, or a cultural institution. Researchers must also have an earned doctorate in an academic discipline or professional field or appropriate experience in an education-related profession. Grants of up to $50,000 are available. Subsequent deadlines in 2013 will be May 16, July 23, and October 15.
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The Presidential Awards for Excellence in Science, Mathematics, and Engineering Mentoring (PAESMEM) is a Presidential Award established by the White House in 1995 to recognize U.S. citizens or permanent residents and U.S. organizations that have demonstrated excellence in mentoring individuals from groups that are underrepresented in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education and the workforce. Nominations, including self-nominations, are invited for Individual and Organizational PAESMEM awards. Individuals and organizations in all public and private sectors are eligible including industry, academia, primary and secondary education, military and government, nonprofit organizations, and foundations.

Nominations are encouraged from all geographical regions in the United States and its territories or possessions, particularly jurisdictions designated by Congress under NSF's Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research. Each individual and organizational PAESMEM awardee will receive $10,000 and a commemorative Presidential certificate. Awardees are also invited to participate in an awards ceremony in Washington, D.C., which includes meetings with STEM education, research, and policy leaders.
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The foundation funds programs serving students from early learning to postsecondary and beyond in communities in which Pentair operates. The foundation focuses on programs and organizations that

• Provide school-to-work initiatives, including business concepts and their applications; work readiness; career development; and guidance on post-secondary education options.
• Offer alternative education that provides opportunities for students to excel and advance. A special emphasis is placed on environments that support individual needs and skill levels.
• Support arts education by introducing students to art concepts, processes, and applications. Areas of focus include literature, music, and dramatic arts, especially those that highlight local cultural influences.

Dominion and the Dominion Foundation are currently accepting applications for grants to encourage the development of new programs to strengthen math and science education in kindergarten through grade 12. The maximum award is $10,000. Accredited public and private elementary and secondary schools and public school divisions in North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Ohio, West Virginia, and Virginia are eligible to apply.
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NASA's Stratospheric Observatory For Infrared Astronomy (SOFIA) is a 747SP aircraft carrying a 2.5 meter-diameter telescope. The telescope, associated equipment, and observing team are in the pressurized main cabin. Airborne Astronomy Ambassadors (AAA) Program participants will fly on overnight missions, at altitudes of up to 45,000 feet. The 8- to 10-hour flight experience will be similar in environmental conditions (temperature, seating, turbulence) to a regular commercial airline flight, although interior noise level will be higher and the cabin will be cooler. Participants will observe an operating astronomical observatory firsthand and interact with scientists, engineers, and flight crew.

The SOFIA AAA Program is seeking educator teams of two to participate in an upcoming SOFIA flight. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or legal residents teaching in a U.S. school.
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The Institute for Earth Science Research and Education, in collaboration with Queens College/City University of New York, is seeking participants for summer professional development workshops in the third year of its Climate Science Research for Educators and Students project. Funded by NASA Innovations in Climate Education program, this project seeks to improve student engagement in climate science by helping teachers and students develop authentic climate-related science research projects. Two climate science workshops will take place in New York City. The first workshop will be held in late June. The workshop will focus on understanding Sun/Earth/atmosphere interactions and Earth's radiative balance, a fundamental concept for climate science. All participants will build instruments called pyranometers, which monitor solar radiation. A follow-up workshop will take place later in the summer.
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has launched a new initiative designed to use academic partnerships to find innovative uses for Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) data. TRI gives all Americans access to information about toxic chemicals in the environment as a tool to better protect health and the environment. Applications are being accepted for projects that will begin this fall, and two informational webinars about the challenge are planned for April:

• Tuesday, April 9 at 2 p.m. Eastern Time; register at https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/190436866.
• Wednesday, April 17 at 2 p.m. Eastern Time; register at https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/908035978 .

Institutions whose project proposals are selected will become TRI University Challenge partners. Partners gain practical experience collaborating with EPA to understand and solve local environmental challenges and may receive national recognition for their efforts. Priority will be given to projects related to one or more of the following four topics: pollution prevention and sustainability, stakeholder engagement, technology and data mashups, and environmental education.
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The NSHSS Foundation will award five $1,000 college scholarships for high school seniors who will major in any area of STEM and who have shown curiosity through academic courses taken or participation in programs indicating such interest. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 or the equivalent. In addition to the application, requirements include teacher recommendation, transcript, personal statement, and photograph. Scholarship funds may be used for tuition, fees, books, campus room and board, or other related expenses. Scholarship checks will be sent to the university where the recipient enrolls to deposit in the student's university account.
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The CDC invites science, technology, education, and math (STEM) educators to attend a 5-day (June 17-21) professional development workshop held each year in Atlanta, Georgia. During the workshop, CDC scientists present information on health topics and collaborate with participants to develop challenging and innovative public health-based lesson plans that meet National Science Education Standards. By incorporating public health topics into classroom instruction, the educators can demonstrate the practical application of science and mathematics to address domestic and global health problems. Teaching these topics can foster students' interest in public health.
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Enter your own science rap or hip-hop verse for a chance to win a PBS NewsHour mug signed by GZA of the Wu-Tang Clan along with a personal video shout-out from the rap legend himself. The contest is modeled after the Science Genius competition, a partnership between GZA, Christopher Emdin, and Rap Genius. Entries will be judged by Emdin and two of his Columbia University Teachers College graduate students. Here are some guidelines: incorporate at least one scientific topic/concept into 16 bars of verse; reference the main topic/concept of the rap in different ways at least three times in the verse; envision yourself either as somebody involved in the scientific process or an object undergoing the scientific process; make information scientifically accurate and verifiable; and incorporate metaphor/analogy and rhyming lyrics.
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Environmental Education (EE) Week invites educators to upload inspiring photos of students engaged in environmental education, including those from digital cameras, camera phones, and social media sites like Instagram, to the EE Week Photo Contest. The Contest is open to individuals affiliated with a school or organization providing educational programs. Entries will be judged on quality, visual appeal, and the student learning that resulted from the environmental education efforts depicted in the photo. Prizes include a Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 (Wi-Fi) 16GB, a 14.2 Megapixel Samsung SMART Camera, and a Dual-View Smart Camera with Built-in Wi-Fi.
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NASA is inviting eligible educational institutions, museums, and other organizations to screen and request historical space artifacts. The artifacts represent significant human spaceflight technologies, processes, and the accomplishments of NASA's many programs. NASA and the General Services Administration worked together to ensure broad access to space artifacts and to provide a web-based electronic artifacts viewing capability. Eligible participants may view the artifacts and request specific items at the website. Only schools and museums are eligible to receive artifacts. They must register online using an assigned Department of Education number or through the state agency responsible for surplus property. Special items, such as space shuttle thermal protective tiles and packages of three packets of astronaut food, also are offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
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TogetherGreen, a conservation alliance between the National Audubon Society and Toyota, is now accepting applications for its 2012 Innovation Grantees. TogetherGreen Innovation Grants annually provide essential funding that enables Audubon groups and others to inspire, equip, and support activities that engage new and diverse audiences in conservation action and create healthier communities. A minimum of 40 projects will receive funding, totaling more than $1 million dollars of support—with grants ranging from $5,000-$80,000. Grants will be reviewed by an expert advisory panel, and the average grant awarded will be around $25,000. In addition, three to five planning grants of $5,000 or less will be offered.
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Annie's offers a limited number of small grants to community gardens, school gardens, and other educational programs that connect children directly to real food. These funds can be used to buy gardening tools, seeds, or other needed supplies. The winter funding cycle ends on December 15; the spring funding cycle ends on May 31.
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The AIAS Foundation, the Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences' philanthropic arm, announces that submissions for its Randy Pausch Scholarship are now open. These scholarship supports aspiring game makers in undergraduate or graduate level programs who are planning on pursuing a career in development or leadership. The Randy Pausch scholarship, which awards two $2,500 scholarships, was established in 2008 to honor the memory of Computer Science Professor and Co-Founder of the Entertainment Technology Center at Carnegie Mellon University, Dr. Randy Pausch. This scholarship has been established to support students who are pursuing careers specializing in the development of interactive entertainment like art, animation, programming, engineering, game direction, game design, sound design, and music composition. To qualify, applicants must have a GPA of at least 3.3, be a full-time student, and attend an accredited college or university during the 2013-2014 school year.
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Northeast Foundation for Children, developer of the research-based Responsive Classroom approach to elementary education will sponsor of the 2013 Annual Bammy Awards. Presented by the Academy of Education Arts and Sciences International, the Awards is a cross-discipline honor recognizing individuals throughout the education field. The Academy hosts the Awards to identify, recognize, and celebrate what's right in American education—from teachers, principals and superintendents to school nurses, support staff, advocates, researchers, early childhood specialists, education journalists, school facilities maintenance staff, special needs professionals, school board members, education professors, parents, and more. The awards program was created in response to national pressure on educators and education leaders to improve student outcomes and the intense scrutiny that today's educators face as a result. The Awards accept nominations from the public, selects nominees for awards, and holds a red-carpet event that brings together constituents from the entire education community to recognize the honorees. Two honors, the Educator's Voice Award and the Bammy Award, will be presented in every category. Educator's Voice Award honorees are selected by popular online vote and will be announced in June. Bammy Award honorees are selected by members of the Academy and will be announced at the red carpet event Sept. 21 in Washington, D.C., at the Arena Stage Theater.
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The award recognizes young people for outstanding activism and achievements in the fields of environmental and social justice advocacy. The maximum award is $3,000, a trip to California for the awards ceremony, and a wilderness camping trip.
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Do you or one of your students have an idea for a science project that could help make the world cleaner and greener? Maybe it's an original experiment to investigate water conservation or solar power or recycling. You have a chance to share it with the world and win prizes. Popular Science has teamed up with Delta Faucet to host a nationwide contest for the best original science projects in the category of sustainability.

Judges will select one Grand Prize winner and runner-up winners in each of the four educational divisions. Prizes include cash awards, bragging rights, and the chance to see your project in the pages of Popular Science magazine. Maximum award: $1,000.
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Public or private schools can enter to win one of two grand prizes from CDW-G and Discovery Education. Interested school staff can submit one entry form per day online or via Twitter. There are also weekly giveaways, so the earlier and more often you enter, the more likely your school will win.
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The Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) announces $65 million in grants for research universities. This new round of science education grants is aimed at helping research universities improve persistence of students studying STEM disciplines and reinvigorating introductory science courses. According to HHMI, the excellence in science in the United States today is due in large part to the work of research universities, which are home to many of the world’s best scientists and attract large numbers of the nation’s most talented students. HHMI has invited 203 research universities from across the country to apply for the grants. After the deadline for intent to submit proposals, the deadline for completed proposals will be October 1.
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Dollar General Literacy Foundation Youth Grants provide funding to schools, public libraries, and nonprofit organizations to help students who are below grade level or experiencing difficulty reading. The maximum grant amount is $4,000. Grant funding is provided to assist in the following areas:

The Afterschool Alliance is teaming up with the Noyce Foundation to recognize exemplary afterschool STEM programs serving young people in grades 4–8. Applicants will be judged by the impact of their program on participating youth. Winners and other notable applicants will be recognized in nationally released issue briefs and invited to present at national conferences, highlighted as model programs. One award will be given in each of the two categories:

"The Best of US" is a nationwide call to identify the individuals, groups, and events that reflect the American spirit. Johnsonville is inviting people to submit nominations in two categories–Educators and Community Celebrations–that personify the values of America. Nominations will be narrowed down to the top 20 finalists for Educator and Community Celebrations, at which point it's up to the public to vote for the "Best of US" between May 21 and June 14. On or around June 24, Johnsonville will announce the top 10 by category, based on the consumer votes. The No. 1 Best of US in each category will receive a grand prize of $10,000. Each of the additional nine Best of US nominees in each category will receive $1,000.
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Schools that help make physical activity fun and fresh for kids can apply for grants. Active Schools Acceleration Project (ASAP) has partnered with Michelle Obama on the Third Let's Move initiative to promote a healthier lifestyle for kids. ASAP is offering $1M in grant money to 1,000 schools across the country to implement innovative physical activity programs in school. These grants can help benefit schools, teachers, parents, administrators, and kids alike. In addition, some of the grants feature integrating of science, math, and language arts (see www.activeschoolsasap.org/node/175).

Applicants have until May 1 to apply; visit www.activeschoolsasap.org/acceleration-grants.
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What if Math announces $1,000 in prizes to be awarded to the best Spreadsheet Math Experiments on sustainability. What if Math is a program built by students for students using spreadsheet-based-projects to help students learn math. Spreadsheets are treated as laboratories to experiment on interesting problems, to build models, organize data, and ask "what if." Students will pose a simple problem, create a story to illustrate it and to engage students, and then develop the Experiment with a template. The top five Experiments on sustainability developed by students will be published on the What if Math website for other students to perform. Their authors will receive a $200 cash prize.
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Waste Management is joining forces with Keep America Beautiful (KAB) to encourage local solutions that showcase environmental stewardship and community improvement efforts. Grants will be awarded for programs that will improve communities, increase local recycling, or expand public education related to recycling. Maximum award: $10,000. Eligibility: KAB-certified affiliates in good standing.
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Do the Sun's closest stellar neighbors harbor planets? Are there hundreds of Earth-size planets in our own galactic neighborhood? In April, NASA announced that in 2017 it planned to launch the Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS) -- a satellite that will perform an all-sky survey to discover transiting exoplanets in orbit around the brightest stars in the Sun's neighborhood. Submit questions ahead of time and research team members George Ricker, Sara Seager, and Josh Winn will answer them. Questions can be submitted ahead of and during this event via Twitter at #KavliAstro and by email. This Google Hangout takes place Noon–12:30 p.m. Pacific Time.
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Purdue University and the Indiana State Climate Office, through a grant from the National Science Foundation, have developed a comprehensive new resource for climate science instruction. Register for Dynamics of Climate, a facilitator conference to address implementation of a new toolkit for climate education. Dynamics of Climate is appropriate to use in informal settings as well as classrooms. The conference will take place on the West Lafayette campus of Purdue University.
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University faculty and students interested in learning how to build scientific experiments for spaceflight are invited to join RockOn 2013 at NASA's Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia. RockOn 2013 is an annual workshop held in partnership with the Colorado and Virginia Space Grant Consortia. During the program, participants will work together to build experiment payloads to fly on a NASA sounding rocket predicted to reach an altitude of 73 miles. The flight will take place June 20, the last day of the workshop, weather permitting.
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The National GeoTech Center (NGTC), in partnership with Southwestern College (SWC) and San Diego State University (SDSU), will host the annual NGTC Geospatial Technology summer workshop. Held on the SDSU campus July 22-24 at 9 a.m.–4 p.m., the workshop is designed for 15 high school or community college faculty who have participated in past summer geospatial workshops and offer geospatial technology within their coursework. Participants must submit a proposal including
1.  A curriculum vitae (maximum 2 pages) to highlight your interests in geospatial tools.
2.  A word document with the following:
     a.  A statement about your experiences using geospatial tools, i.e. ArcGIS, ArcGIS Online, mobile phones, digital probeware, digital imagery…etc.
      b.  A description of your comfort level with digital technologies in your teaching.
      c.  Coursework you teach on a regular basis.
      d.  Propose a classroom project on which you would work.  150-word limit. E-mail both Professor Ken Yanow (kyanow@swccd.edu) and Ming Tsou (mtsou@mail.sdsu.edu). Workshop participants will receive
1.  A $700 stipend
2.  Assistance in the creation of a geospatial class project 
3.  Free registration to the ESRI Education User Conference
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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and its partner organizations created Wetlands Month in 1991 “to celebrate the vital importance of wetlands to the nation's ecological, economic, and social health and to educate Americans about the value of wetlands as a natural resource.” A range of people including wetland scientists, educators, and public interest groups participate in celebrations across the nation. The EPA website can help you and your students understand and protect wetlands.
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Join the nation’s largest conference for after school and out-of-school time professionals in Palm Springs, California. The BOOST Collaborative is committed to creating opportunities for change in educational and social services agencies serving youth in the out-of-school time hours. We support out-of-school time professionals through quality professional development opportunities, program and resource development, building community partnerships, promoting the importance of quality out-of-school time programming, opportunities to share promising practices, and a variety of consulting services.
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Millions of people in the United States have undetected vision problems and eye diseases. Healthy Vision Month brings attention to the importance of early detection and treatment of eye diseases and encourages all Americans to get dilated eye exams—one of the easiest and most important things people can do to protect their vision. Celebrate Healthy Vision Month by raising awareness among your students about the importance of taking care of their eyes. Below are some ideas:

• Hold in-class eye health quizzes and challenges using the fun facts, puzzles, and activities featured in NEI’s free activity books and fun fact calendars. Distribute these materials to students.
• Invite a local eye care professional to talk to your class about eye health.
• Assign a scavenger hunt that will require students to explore the NEI website to find answers.
• Let students show off their creative side with an eye-focused art project. Ask students to draw pictures of eyes—their eyes, their friends’ eyes, the eyes of their pets or favorite animals, etc. For a chance to see students’ pictures displayed on NEI’s children’s website, you can scan and e-mail the images to cnaron@hagersharp.com. NEI will select and spotlight images throughout the year.
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During this web seminar, participants will learn how to use this hands-on activity to integrate mathematics and physical science in the classroom. Discover how students can use statistical sampling to estimate the chemical composition of the Sun. In the hands-on activity “What Are We Made Of? The Sun, Earth and You,” students analyze data in a similar way as scientists analyzed solar particles collected by the GENESIS spacecraft. This web seminar takes place 6:30–8 p.m. Eastern Time.
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NEED currently offers programs nationwide, including conferences, workshops, and tours related to energy and energy resources. These programs vary in size and scope and are funded by national, state, and local energy interests. Check the website to learn what is happening in your state.
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In this web seminar, participants will use NASA mission data collected from NASA satellites to show how to determine a planet’s climate. Students explore why extreme temperature differences exist between Earth and other planets in our solar system. They design an experiment to determine the factors having the greatest influence on the temperature of a planet and test their hypotheses using a simulated computer model. In the lesson students analyze the measurements and conduct comparisons with real-world data from satellites and ground-based observations. Join this session and learn how to use authentic NASA data in the classroom to bring the real-world connection between science and education to students. This web seminar takes place 6:30–8 p.m. Eastern Time.
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In this TeachersFirst online web seminar, find ways for both you and your students to stay fresh during the summer. Learn about some “Summer Sparklers” to share with your students and explore many time-saving tools for yourself: professional resources, communication and organization tools, plus classroom ideas. A question/answer period will be available. This web seminar takes place 7– 8:15 p.m. Eastern Time.
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GLOBE (Global Learning and Observations to Benefit the Environment) is a worldwide hands-on, primary and secondary school-based science and education program. Around the world, students are making scientific observations and reporting their data to GLOBE for use in research. For a school to participate in GLOBE, at least one teacher must be trained in the GLOBE science measurement protocols and education activities by attending a GLOBE Teacher Workshop.
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Learn to think like a NASA scientist, and get your students thinking like one, too. At NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, Calif., this educator workshop will share techniques to teach students to read scientific graphs and draw conclusions based on real NASA data. Experts will discuss current Earth science missions and show how scientists draw conclusions from these data. Participants will also receive science and mathematics application problems to take back and use in the classroom. The target audience for the workshop is mathematics educators, but the workshop is open to all educators. Please direct questions about this workshop to Patty Tovar.
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Experience science, song, and celebration with the Banana Slug String Band (BSSB). The Slugs--four outdoor educators who met while teaching science at a California camp--have a common lyrical thread throughout their original music: the importance of taking care of the Earth. They perform regularly in venues across the country, from inner-city schools to concert halls. The BSSB also present teacher workshops that can show you how to integrate their music into your curriculum.
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Everywhere you look, people are talking about mobile learning devices. How can you use these devices and their apps to assist you with day-to-day instruction and for immediate and mobile assessments? Come learn how you can harness the power of this new technology to better meet the needs of all of the students in your classroom. This webinar takes place 10–10:30 a.m. Eastern Time. 

iPads offer great opportunities for our students to learn hands-on in engaging activities. They can explore, create, experiment, analyze, and think critically with various apps and tools provided by the iPad. In this session, join Shelly Terrell as she shares cool creation apps that work offline, as well as activities that use the video recording, audio recording, note taking, and photo taking features of the iPad. These activities will get your students engaged, motivated, and moving while they learn. This webinar takes place 12–12:30 p.m. Eastern Time.
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Would you like to engage your elementary students with math and reading apps that align to Common Core Standards? Or do you already have some favorite math or reading apps, but aren't sure if or how they align to the Common Core Standards? This webinar will present an overview of several apps and look at how they align to various Common Core Standards for math and reading. Join Melissa Mann as she shares apps applicable for K-6 teachers and students. This webinar takes place 2–2:30 p.m. Eastern Time.
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The institute offers natural history and regional history field classes for K–12 educators. Participants can earn academic credit. One- and two-day workshops and seminars in Seattle, Olympia, Vancouver, Portland, Spokane, and other northwestern cities expose teachers to outstanding presenters and help create vibrant learning communities. Also offered are distance learning and online courses.
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The New England Association of Chemistry Teachers (NEACT) will have their central division meeting at Fitchburg State University in Massachusetts. Presenters Dr. Cheryl Coolidge and Dr. Shari Litch Gray have developed a collection of guided inquiry activities designed for use in a Chemistry in Art course for nonscience majors at the college level, though also appropriate for use with motivated high school students. The activities are based on the Process Oriented Guided Inquiry Learning (POGIL) model.
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National Wildflower Week is the perfect time to visit a botanic garden or park where you can see spring blooms of the native variety. With hundreds of public gardens throughout the country, there is sure to be one near you. An increasing number of them have sections devoted to wildflowers and native plants, and all public gardens offer important information about the plant world and how it benefits other species—like us! Wildflowers add beauty to the landscape, help conserve water, reduce mowing costs, provide habitat for birds, butterflies and other wildlife, protect the soil and save money on fertilizer and pesticides.

Enjoy spring wildflowers with these resources:

• For a state-by-state list of botanic gardens to visit, go to www.wildflower.org/reciprocal.
• You can also visit a sanctuary, local, state or national park to view wildflowers. Go to www.wildflower.org and www.fs.fed.us/wildflowers/index.shtml in the spring for lists of wildflower sightings along roadways you travel.
• Want your own display? Add wildflowers to your backyard or along roadways and driveways. Explore plants native to your area at www.wildflower.org/explore and get tips for avoiding some of common wildflower-growing mistakes at www.wildflower.org/feature/?id=90.

Need even more reason to get outside and enjoy wildflowers? Check out NEEF’s Children & Nature infographic to learn how being active in nature makes kids healthier. The infographic is freely available for download and sharing at www.neefusa.org/health/infographic.
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The Teacher Enhancement Program at the Colorado School of Mines offers courses that are unique educational opportunities and provide practical, hands-on experience. The courses provide valuable content through skilled instruction and an enjoyable educational environment.
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Associated with the National Park Service, Rocky Mountain Nature Association (RMNA) offers hands-on field seminars in Environmental Science, Natural History, Outdoor Skills and Hiking, Cultural History, Art and Nature Writing, and Photography. Seminars can show educators how to design and implement an outdoor education experience for their students that aligns with science standards. RMNA offers a classroom without walls just outside of Rocky Mountain National Park. Teacher recertification units for full-day and multi-day seminars are offered, as approved through Centennial Board of Cooperative Education Services (BOCES).
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There are thousands of free iPad Apps out there, but finding the perfect ones for you can be tough. This webinar is an update of the presentation, "20 Free iPad Apps Educators Can’t Live Without," done in the same style and with 100% new apps. Discover a multitude of free apps for professional development, cross-curricular activities, and every area of the core curriculum. BONUS: No note-taking will be necessary. Every attendee will receive a free eBook with the information covered in the webinar. This webinar takes place 11–11:30 a.m. Eastern Time.
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The institute offers workshops in field-based environmental education throughout the year at both its Environmental Learning Center and at outdoor locations throughout the Northwest. In more than 60 classes for children and adults, participants can study topics ranging from geology, history, and wildlife to nature writing and astronomy. The institute also has school and summer youth programs and a graduate program in environmental education.

Classes are available for teacher clock hour certification through the Washington State Superintendent of Public Instruction. Many offer 400-level credit through Western Washington University.
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For more than 35 years, the American Water Works Association (AWWA) has celebrated Drinking Water Week to highlight the importance of water in daily life. Links on this website take you to descriptions of water-related activities, posters, and other resources.

Show the AWWA your celebration and win $500 in merchandise from the AWWA bookstore! Film a video highlighting how you celebrated Drinking Water Week, post it to YouTube, and send the link to dmueller@awwa.org. The deadline to enter is May 31, 2013. See www.awwa.org/resources-tools/public-affairs/public-affairs-events/drinking-water-week/dww-materials.aspx for more details.
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Everyday in schools across the United States, teachers touch the lives of millions of children. However, a teacher’s work and impact reaches far beyond the boundaries of the classroom. From grading papers to preparing arts and crafts projects to meeting with parents, teachers spend countless hours to ensure students’ success. To honor the time and dedication of these teachers, National PTA celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week. For more ideas and other resources to help celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week, visit the new Pinterest page.
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Improving strategies for effective and successful collaboration between industry and education is the focus of the third annual "Advancing the STEM Agenda Conference," co-sponsored by the ASQ Education Division and Grand Valley State University’s Seymour and Esther Padnos College of Engineering and Computing. The event, held at Grand Valley State University’s Pew Campus in Grand Rapids, Michigan, will host education and industry leaders to discuss the advancement and improvement of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education and increase the number of engineers and scientists in the workplace. The conference will further the STEM agenda by addressing industry partnerships and the transition to STEM careers; college-ready and transition to college STEM courses; the STEM gap and representation and access to STEM education; and higher education STEM-improved learning through teaching and communities. Listen to key speakers and attend four workshops at the Conference.
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American College of Education, an accredited online college that provides online degree programs for educators, will offer a massive online open course (MOOC) on Digital Tools for the K-12 Classroom. The online course is designed primarily for educators and other professionals who want to implement current web-based tools to promote engagement. The course examines free web-based tools like Animoto, Glogster, and Prezi, as well as best practices for teacher-led and student-driven activities in the classroom.
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LSI 's 24-hour short course, a Lab Safety Boot Camp, provides comprehensive coverage of the fundamentals of lab safety and effective safety programs. Topics will include compressed gases, inspection of laboratories, OSHA’s bloodborne pathogens standards, and radiation. The two-day short course, LSI's flagship course, provides an in-depth look at the fundamentals of lab safety and effective lab safety programs. Participants will learn to identify and manage common laboratory hazards. LSI also offers one-day seminars, which are condensed versions of the two-day courses and are intended to provide participants with an overview of laboratory hazards, regulatory requirements, and preventive measures.

LSI on behalf of the Dow Education Foundation is now offering scholarships to secondary school science teachers for lab safety training. Funds from your approved application will cover 75% of the tuition cost and can be applied to any of LSI’s Lab Safety Short Courses. Preference is given to schools in Dow communities, but all applications will be considered. Limited to two applicants per location. These scholarships are available until all funds are allocated. To apply, visit www.labsafetyinstitute.org/Scholarship or call 508-647-1900.
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These free webinars from ED's Green Ribbon Schools program feature experts from various federal programs  and bring teachers and administrators resources to impart effective sustainability education. (All times are Eastern Time.) Upcoming webinars include

May 8, 2013, 2-3 p.m. Drinking Water Best Management Practices for Schools and Child Care Facilities
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On May 8, Stevens Institute of Technology welcomes John P. Holdren as the keynote speaker in the President’s Distinguished Lecture Series, hosted by Stevens President Nariman Farvardin. Holdren is Assistant to the President for Science and Technology, Director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP), and co-chair of the President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology. His lecture, Science and Technology Policy in the Obama Administration: A Progress Report, will detail how the Obama Administration’s pledge to “put science in its rightful place” has impacted federal support for issues like research and development, jobs, the economy, health care, energy, climate change, space exploration, and science and math education.

The President’s Distinguished Lecture Series, which launched in 2012, offers unprecedented access to influential scientists, technologists, and policymakers who are shaping 21st-century society. Lectures focus on important topics in science and technology, the linkages between societal issues and advances in science and technology, and related policy issues.The event is open to the public, but RSVP is required. RSVP at http://www.stevens.edu/sit/president/distinguished-lecture-series. 
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The Hurricanes: Science and Society (HSS) team at the University of Rhode Island's Graduate School of Oceanography (URIO/GSO) is again partnering with the National Hurricane Center (NHC) to offer hurricane preparedness webinars for fifth graders. Students will hear from NHC scientists and forecasters, as well as NOAA Aircraft Operations Center officers who fly into hurricanes. A presentation on region-specific hurricane science and preparedness will be given with interactive questions prompting student responses. Classroom questions will be collected in advance of the webinar. Many videos, visualizations, graphics, and other media will be included to engage students. Groups will also receive a virtual tour of the NHC.

Webinars will be organized regionally. Schools/classes wanting to participate must register in advance. Registration will close one week in advance of each webinar.

Southeast Atlantic Coast: May 13 (10 a.m. Eastern Time) *Southeast Atlantic Coast states include FL Atlantic Coast, SC, NC, VA, MD, DE, and Washington, DC

Northeast Coast: May 8 and May 15 (10 a.m. Eastern Time) *Northeast Coast states include: NJ, PA, NY, CT, RI, MA, VT, NH, and ME
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Are you looking for resources that will help you design and implement effective environmental education programs? Join participants for a one-hour webinar introduction to North American Association for Environmental Education's (NAEE) National Project for Excellence in Environmental Education. Learn about the Guidelines for Excellence, how they were developed, how they are being used, and how you can access them for free. This webinar takes place 4 p.m. Eastern Time. Questions? Email Bora Simmons.
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In this web seminar, participants will learn how to use exciting space exploration problems in technology or life science classes. See how to use the engineering design process to have students design, build, and evaluate the effectiveness of a lunar plant growth chamber while engaging them in research and standards-based learning experiences. Engineering design is a creative planning process that leads to useful products and systems. Educators will receive some background on experiments that NASA has performed with respect to growing plants in space. In the future, as space missions become longer, plant growth will be vital to space exploration. The criteria and constraints for this system are based on the unique conditions of the lunar environment and the current transportation technologies available. This web seminar takes place 6:30–8 p.m. Eastern Time.
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Methods of Teaching Physics I (PHS 530, Modeling Workshop in mechanics) is for high school physics teachers nationwide who want to teach effectively in student-centered classrooms. This three-credit graduate course is taught using a robust methodology, Modeling Instruction, that is aligned with all eight science practices of the NRC Framework for K-12 Science Education. Non-degree registration is easy. The program can lead to a Master of Natural Science degree. Degree-seeking teachers can apply for forgivable Stafford loans and TEACH grants.

Modeling Instruction is designated as an Exemplary K-12 science program by the U.S. Department of Education. Low-cost family and apartment housing can be arranged; e-mail Jane.Jackson@asu.edu. ASU workshops are described also at www.ptec.org/pd.
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NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center has partnered with Oakwood University to offer a two-week institute taking place in Huntsville, Alabama. This residential session is for education majors who wish to engage in hands-on learning experiences designed to develop their skills for teaching science, technology, engineering, and mathematics using NASA-developed curriculum resources. Full-time rising junior or senior undergraduate and graduate students at minority institutions are invited to apply. Housing, meals, travel assistance, and a stipend will be provided.
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Modeling Instruction in Chemistry I (CHM 594) is for high school chemistry teachers nationwide who want to teach effectively in student-centered classrooms. This three-credit graduate course is taught using a robust methodology, Modeling Instruction, that is aligned with all eight science practices of the NRC Framework for K-12 Science Education. Non-degree registration is easy. This STEM program can lead to an interdisciplinary Master of Natural Science degree in physics. Degree-seeking teachers can apply for forgivable Stafford loans and TEACH grants.

Modeling Instruction is designated as an Exemplary K-12 science program by the U.S. Department of Education. Low-cost family and apartment housing can be arranged; e-mail Jane.Jackson@asu.edu. ASU workshops are described also at www.ptec.org/pd.
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These tours include spending time with esteemed study leaders, local guides, and guest lecturers. Participants can journey to the depths of the Amazonian rain forest, see the seldom-visited Mekong River Delta on a comprehensive tour of Vietnam, admire the Andean landscapes of Peru, and watch whales in Iceland.
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ASU in Tempe invites high school physics, chemistry, and physical science teachers nationwide to enroll in modeling workshops and other graduate courses in interdisciplinary science and contemporary physics. Modeling instruction is designated as an exemplary K-12 science program by the U.S. Department of Education. Teachers can take these courses to earn credit toward re-certification, pursue a Master of Natural Science degree, progress toward becoming highly qualified under the No Child Left Behind Act, or earn electives in education degrees.

Three-week courses start on June 10 and July 1. Low-cost family housing can be arranged. Arizona teachers can apply for partial tuition scholarships. Apply by May 10 at http://modeling.asu.edu/MNS/MNS.html.
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International Migratory Bird Day (IMBD) celebrates the journeys of migratory birds between their breeding grounds in North America and their wintering grounds in Mexico, Central, and South America. The event, which takes place on the second Saturday in May each year, encourages bird conservation and increases awareness of birds through hikes, bird watching, information about birds and migration, public events, and other education programs. Visit the website for education materials for bird festivals and events, a directory of bird education resources, and details about bird workshops for educators.
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The institute, Yellowstone National Park’s official partner in public education, is a nonprofit field school with a mission of preservation through education. Field seminars cover a wide array of topics, including wolf recovery, grizzly bear ecology, birding by sight and sound, wildflowers and medicinal herbs, animal tracking, nature photography, park history, and geology and thermal features.

Scholarships for courses starting after April 1 are available to teachers on a first-come, first-served basis, and fund 100% of tuition for field seminars up to a maximum of $500 per teacher per season. (Teachers are responsible for cabin fees, as well as meals, transportation to the park, and lodging if courses are not based at one of the institute's facilities. Applications will be reviewed and awarded on a rolling basis.)

Seminars are taught by college professors, research scientists, park staff, and other experts. Most last from one to four days and are limited to 13 participants. Some courses are available for credit through Colorado State University or Montana State University.  
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Seminars on Science, online courses for educators, connect classroom teachers to scientists engaged in current, real-world research. Authored by leading scientists in their fields, all courses are co-taught by an experienced educator and a researcher affiliated with the American Museum of Natural History. Courses include Climate Change; The Solar System; Genetics, Genomics, Genethics; and Evolution. All courses run for six weeks and are fully online. Each participant receives a CD of course resources suitable for classroom use. Graduate credit is available for all courses.
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A special NSTA web seminar series will explore the seven crosscutting concepts outlined in the Framework for K–12 Science Education. Presenters will explore the role that each crosscutting concept plays in science, how student understanding of the concept might develop over the course of K–12 education, how learning about the concepts can take place during the learning of disciplinary core ideas by engaging in scientific and engineering practices, and what teaching with the concepts really looks like in the classroom. All web seminars take place 6:30–8 p.m. Eastern Time on the following Tuesdays: 
Structure and Function (May 14) and Stability and Change (May 28).
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The Poynter Center for the Study of Ethics and American Institutions will host the annual Teaching Research Ethics Workshop at the Indiana Memorial Union on the campus of Indiana University Bloomington. Session topics will include: An Overview of Ethical Theory; Overview of Research Ethics; Trainee and Authorship Issues; Conflicts of Interest; Using Human Subjects in Clinical and Non-Clinical Research; and Responsible Data Management. Many sessions will feature techniques for teaching and assessing the responsible conduct of research. In addition to plenary sessions, each participant selects an intensive track to meet with the same group twice and two different breakout sessions, which each meet once.
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The Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) are due to be released this spring. NSTA is a partner in the NGSS development process and has been providing guidance and input to the writers and lead states. NGSS is based on A Framework for K–12 Science Education developed by the National Research Council in 2011. The Framework combines three important dimensions: core disciplinary ideas, scientific and engineering practices, and crosscutting concepts. This web seminar is one in a series of seven that explore the crosscutting concepts to provide K-12 teachers with strategies for implementing NGSS in the classroom. The web seminar focuses on the crosscutting concept of Structure and Function. The way in which an object or living thing is shaped and its substructure determine many of its properties and functions. This web seminar takes place 6:30–8 p.m. Eastern Time.
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NSTA, in collaboration with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), is delivering a massive open online course titled: Introduction to Biology - The Secret of Life. The course will be hosted by MIT professor Eric Lander, who was one of the leaders of the Human Genome Project. To assist teachers of science participating in the course, NSTA will offer a series of web seminars, featuring NSTA Press authors Susan Koba, Anne Tweed, and Page Keeley to provide targeted resources that will help teachers link MIT’s subject matter to grade level-appropriate classroom experiences. Participating science teachers will also learn about promising strategies to facilitate student understanding of challenging biological science phenomenon, including student preconceptions. Discussion 3 will feature Page Keeley, author of the NSTA Press book Uncovering Student Ideas in Life Science. She will share instructional strategies from the book and discuss how to use formative assessment to address student preconceptions about biology. Discussion 3 will take place 8–9 p.m. Eastern Time. 
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The American Association for the Advancement of Science's (AAAS) workshop in Washington, D.C., Developing and Using Assessments Aligned to Science Learning Goals, will draw on more than a decade of research and development focused on science assessment. The workshop will share Project 2061's experience and resources with teachers, researchers, and assessment specialists.
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Learn more physics and new techniques for teaching science or math! The Modeling method engages students in real, live inquiry and sense-making. Learn whiteboarding techniques! Get the lowdown on Newton's laws! With Modeling, your students will enjoy your class more than ever, while they think harder than ever! The course will be held July 8-12 at Dakota State University in Madison, South Dakota, and is open to science and math teachers in grades 6-12.

This one-week course is supported by South Dakota Title II funds. Teachers from other states are welcome on a space-available basis but will not be offered financial support. A stipend will be provided for all SD teachers who complete the course requirements. Housing will be provided for those who live too far away to commute. Three meals will be provided for lodgers; lunch for commuters.

Earn 2 hours of BHSU graduate credit for $80. Register at http://www.camse.org/modreg. For further information, e-mail Andy.Johnson@bhsu.edu.
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This July, the Astronomical Society of the Pacific (ASP) celebrates its 125th gathering of education and public outreach professionals. Via workshops, lectures, panels, discussions, and exhibits, more than 300 specialists across the science spectrum collaborate to explore best practices, research findings, trends, and professional development opportunities. The focus of this year’s meeting is science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) literacy across multiple disciplines. On-campus housing and meal plan options are available.
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Course II, a three-week short course, titled "Moving Toward NGSS: Visualizing K-8 Engineering Education" will assist teachers with integrating the science and engineering practices found in the NGSS into their daily lessons. The course consists of three web seminars and asynchronous work throughout the three week period. Dr. Christine Newman will lead K-18 educators, May 16, 23, and 30, 6:30–8 p.m. Eastern Time.
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As NGSS is released, NSTA is providing a series of online short courses to help educators prepare for the implementation of the standards. Each of these courses will involve a series of three web seminars along with asynchronous activities on topics that are essential for successful teaching and learning."Visualizing K–8 Engineering Education," is led by Christine Cunningham, founder of the Boston Museum of Science's Engineering is Elementary program, and will take place May 16, 23, and 30, 6:30–8 p.m. Eastern Time.
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At the Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, the National Park Service and National Geographic Society are teaming up to host a 24-hour BioBlitz species count and a two-day Biodiversity Festival. Part scientific endeavor, part festival, and part outdoor classroom, BioBlitz will bring together a hundred leading scientists and naturalists from around the country, thousands of local citizens of all ages, and nearly 2,000 students from the greater New Orleans area.
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This annual national event (celebrated on the third Friday in May) emphasizes the importance of protecting threatened/endangered plant/animal species and highlights success stories of species recovery. Visit the website for activity ideas for in and out of the classroom, including discussions about endangered species, guest speakers, essay and art lessons, a poster activity (with some students' art to be displayed later), and field trips. Resource materials--including sample curricula, science and art lesson plans, a podcast series, teacher video, a film library (and discount), and a toolkit--are also available.

Many of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s field and regional offices will be hosting events in their communities and providing unique programs to visitors on endangered species conservation. To learn more about the FWS Endangered Species program, and explore what endangered species are near you, see www.fws.gov/endangered.
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Expand your subject area knowledge and your teaching tool kit through field-based study at College of the Atlantic. Classes combine fieldwork, lab, or studio sessions with lecture and discussions led by knowledgeable and accessible faculty members. Daily field trips take place in Acadia National Park, on the Maine coast, and at the college's scenic ocean-side campus.

The 2013 Museum Institute for Teaching Science's (MITS) Summer Institutes offer an opportunity to experience cross-disciplinary investigations and to create the synergy of science, technology, engineering, literacy, and social sciences in the classroom. Learn to use or increase your skills with inquiry-based, hands-on methods in your classroom and participate in classroom and outdoor experiences. Explore educational resources in your community and field trip and classroom resources available from museums, nature centers, and other organizations in your region.

National Park Trust (NPT) is promoting this year's National Kids to Parks Day for families to join the fun, find events, and sign-up on the website. They can also find events by visiting Facebook. Recognizing that young people spend far too much time indoors and far too little time appreciating and preserving America's magnificent national, state, and local parks, the NPT is mobilizing kids across the country for a nationwide park play-in. The website is interactive with links to park activities nationwide and provides a toolkit of ideas and activities for children, families, and educators.
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These hands-on, field-based educational adventures take place in Glacier National Park, located within the Crown of the Continent ecosystem. Courses can help with ideas for curriculum development. Most are available for OPI recertification, and many are also available for college credit through Flathead Valley Community College and the University of Montana.
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A new set of ambitious learning goals for K-12 science and engineering education is outlined in the National Research Council's Framework for K-12 Science Education and the associated Next Generation Science Standards. The UW Institute for Science + Math Education will host two public events in Seattle, Washington, to provide an overview of this new vision. A panel will highlight unique features, present instructional examples from formal and informal education, discuss equity issues, and describe strategies for best supporting implementation.
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This 15-day workshop will give physics teachers a thorough exploration of the methods of Modeling Instruction, an approach recognized as exemplary by the U.S. Department of Education. The content focus will be on mechanics, typically a first semester of high school physics. Participants are supplied with a complete set of course materials and will practice the implementation of the curriculum as intended for high school classes. Participants rotate through roles of student and instructor as they practice techniques of guided inquiry and cooperative learning. Strategies for raising the level of discourse during classroom discussions and student presentations are emphasized.
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The Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) are due to be released this spring. NSTA is a partner in the NGSS development process and has been providing guidance and input to the writers and lead states. NGSS is based on A Framework for K–12 Science Education developed by the National Research Council in 2011. The Framework combines three important dimensions: core disciplinary ideas, scientific and engineering practices, and crosscutting concepts. This web seminar is one in a series of seven that explore the crosscutting concepts to provide K-12 teachers with strategies for implementing NGSS in the classroom. The web seminar focuses on the crosscutting concept of Stability and Change. For natural and built systems alike, conditions of stability and determinants of rates of change or evolution of a system are critical elements of study. This web seminar takes place 6:30–8 p.m. Eastern Time.
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JOIDES will explore how global climate change, tectonics, and sedimentation are revealed in the Gulf of Alaska. The education program will focus on this exploration, the very nature and process of science, and careers. Since March 2009, live ship-to-shore conferences from the JOIDES Resolution (the JR, the nation's scientific ocean drilling ship) have inspired more than 10,000 students, teachers, and museum visitors. Our live video events will lift science out of the textbooks and allow students to learn about cutting edge research and careers by talking directly to scientists, technicians, and crew as they live and work aboard the vessel. Requests for interactive, 30-45-minute Skype chats are handled on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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The World Science Festival is a production of the Science Festival Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization headquartered in New York City. The Foundation’s mission is to cultivate a general public informed by science, inspired by its wonder, convinced of its value, and prepared to engage with its implications for the future. The World Science Festival’s signature event is an annual celebration and exploration of science that launched in 2008. Hailed a “new cultural institution,” by The New York Times, the Festival has featured such luminaries as Stephen Hawking, Edward O. Wilson, Sir Paul Nurse, Harold Varmus, James Watson, Anna Deavere Smith, Francis Collins, Bobby McFerrin, David Baltimore, Chuck Close, Saul Perlmutter, Liev Schreiber, Daniel Dennett, John Hockenberry, Eric Lander, Philip Glass, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Charlie Kaufman, Sylvia Earle, Yo-Yo Ma, Oliver Sacks, Mary-Claire King, William Phillips, Paul Davies, Elizabeth Vargas, Sir Roger Penrose, Charlie Rose, Lisa P. Jackson, John Lithgow, Vinton Cerf, Glenn Close, Jeffrey Eugenides, Bill T. Jones, Joyce Carol Oates, Elaine Fuchs, and Walter Isaacson. The first five Festivals have attracted almost one million visitors, and millions more have viewed the programs online. The World Science Festival also produces year-round live programming in New York City, nationally, and internationally.
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BIOC 633 Secondary Biology Lab Curricula. What are the characteristics that most great instructional activities share? How can you modify an existing activity to increase study involvement, interest, and understanding? How can you make use of current events to communicate with students about the fun and complexity of doing science? And how do national and state science standards drive your curricular choices?
In this totally online course, we will explore these ideas by using and discussing exemplary curricula taken from a variety of sources. The emphasis will be for teachers to adapt classroom activities to reflect the results of research on teaching and learning in science and to promote greater student understanding in biology.
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BIOC 571 Ecological Principles for Teachers. This totally online course is designed for science teachers who wish to develop a deeper understanding of ecology. Basic themes include how organisms interact with other organisms and their environment, factors that influence the size and stability of populations, how geography affects biodiversity, and the application of these principles to current ecological issues including global warming and invasive species.
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BIOC 573A Advanced Evolution for Teachers. Principles of genetics with a focus on applications and current research appropriate for secondary school biology teachers. This totally online course is designed for teachers who wish to develop a deeper understanding of central ideas in genetics. Core topics include the molecular basis for inheritance, basic descriptive genetics and the mathematical patterns that explain genetic patterns, gene regulation, genomics, and the use of genetic technologies to address human problems.
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CHEM 570B Advanced Chemistry II. Fundamental principles of organic chemistry and biochemistry. This totally online course is designed for teachers who need to develop a deeper understanding of central ideas in biochemistry. Core topics include structure-function relationships in biologically important macromolecules and metabolism.
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Explore the NGSS Scientific and Engineering Practices in the context of investigations from the FOSS Electronics Course. Practice using assessment tools developed by FOSS to help consider the use of scientific and engineering practices in your own classroom. Consider how the practices used in the  Electronics Course support Common Core State Standards in mathematics and ELA. Guest speakers from the University of California, Berkeley. A tour of the Lawrence Hall of Science, where the FOSS Program is developed.
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Explore the NGSS Scientific and Engineering Practices in the context of investigations from the FOSS Force and Motion Course. Practice using assessment tools developed by FOSS to help consider the use of scientific and engineering practices in your own classroom. Consider how the practices used in the Force and Motion Course support Common Core State Standards in mathematics and ELA. Guest speakers from the University of California, Berkeley. A tour of the Lawrence Hall of Science, where the FOSS Program is developed.
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The son of a retired NASA astronaut who lived on the International Space Station makes his dreams of traveling to outer space come true when he competes to win a seat on the next space shuttle in this real-life look into the world of Space Camp. Space Warriors, a Hallmark Channel Original World Television Premiere, will air at 8 p.m. Eastern Time/Pacific Time; 7 p.m. Central Time.

Jimmy Hawkins has lived and breathed astrophysics his entire life and as a result, possesses an encyclopedic knowledge of the field. So when the opportunity to compete and win a seat on the next space shuttle arises, he secretly applies despite his father’s, retired NASA astronaut Capt. Andy Hawkin, and mother's reservations. When Jimmy secures the final spot to attend the special space camp at the Space & Rocket Center, which is run by former astronaut Col. Roy Manley, he joins an elite team of teens called The Warriors who must test their skills against a strong but devious opposition, The Titans. Just as the competition is ending, and The Warriors are feeling defeated, an urgent crisis occurs aboard the International Space Station. It will be up to these kids to solve the problem and save the lives of the astronauts and cosmonauts some 200 miles from Earth. Using their skills and abilities to work as a team, The Warriors hatch a brilliant plan.
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The PEP, a project of a consortium of six science institutions in Woods Hole, Mass., is seeking applicants for a 10-week summer program that combines undergraduate course work with research in marine and environmental science. Launched in 2009, PEP is an ongoing diversity program designed to recruit talent from minority groups that are under-represented in marine and environmental sciences.
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CHEM 570A Advanced Chemistry I. Fundamental principles of physical chemistry as applied to chemical systems of central importance in our world. This totally online course is designed for inservice teachers who need to develop a deeper understanding of central ideas in physical chemistry. Core topics include thermodynamic and chemical kinetics.
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Explore the expanded content and pedagogy of the FOSS Planetary Science Course, Second Edition, including embedded notebooking, focus questions, assessment, and next-step strategies. Thursday evening reception and dinner, along with Kepler Mission symposium featuring key NASA researchers in the field of planetary science research and education, including Andrew Fraknoi, as heard on NPR. Friday evening reception at Chabot Space and Science Center, featuring private telescope viewing with astronomers and a planetarium show. A tour of the Lawrence Hall of Science, where the FOSS Program is developed.
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The Science in the Rockies workshop in Denver, Colorado, focuses on ways to bring wonder, discovery, and exploration back into your classroom through Halloween activities, electricity, things that glow, or even launching a potato out of PVC pipes. This is not a "sit-and-watch" teacher training… this is a "get-up-and-do" learning experience featuring more than 75 engaging activities that you can take home and immediately share with your students. You'll leave the workshop with all the tools you need to become the best science teacher possible, including more than $300 of gizmos, gadgets, hands-on learning materials for your students, hard-to-find supplies, and resources that accompany the curriculum. You'll also receive a 250-page training manual that details every aspect of your learning experience, from the detailed instructions and recipes to the in-depth explanations and real-world applications.
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An experienced, nationally-recognized modeler takes participants through several “modeling cycles” in hands-on/minds-on experiences. Working closely with colleagues, participants practice teaching students to reason from data and to develop, modify, and deploy scientific models. Early-, mid-, and late-career teachers typically find modeling to be a seminal approach that influences their practice throughout their careers.

Developed at Arizona State University in the mid-1990s, modeling instruction is an inquiry-based, hands-on teaching method in which students design experiments, collect data, and develop concepts and models; deploy these concepts and models to solve problems;  discard common naïve concepts; and demonstrate superior performance on standardized tests. In 2000, the U.S. Department of Education recognized Modeling Instruction as one of seven exemplary programs nationwide. In 2001, it designated Modeling Instruction as one of only two exemplary programs.

Early registration is recommended. A registration form can be found at www.clearviewregional.edu/highschool/Departments/Science/tabid/131/Default.aspx. Lodging is available at an additional cost.
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An experienced, nationally-recognized modeler takes participants through several “modeling cycles” in hands-on/minds-on experiences. Working closely with colleagues, participants practice teaching students to reason from data and to develop, modify, and deploy scientific models. Early-, mid-, and late-career teachers typically find modeling to be a seminal approach that influences their practice throughout their careers.

Developed at Arizona State University in the mid-1990s, modeling instruction is an inquiry-based, hands-on teaching method in which students design experiments, collect data, and develop concepts and models; deploy these concepts and models to solve problems; discard common naive concepts; and demonstrate superior performance on standardized tests. In 2000, the U.S. Department of Education recognized Modeling Instruction as one of seven exemplary programs nationwide. In 2001, it designated Modeling Instruction as one of only two exemplary programs. 

Early registration is recommended. A registration form can be found at: www.clearviewregional.edu/highschool/Departments/Science/tabid/131/Default.aspx
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Modeling workshops in high school physics, chemistry, and physical science will be offered this summer in 21 states. Modeling workshops are peer-led. Modeling instruction is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as an exemplary K-12 science program. Some sites offer stipends, usually for in-state teachers.
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The overarching goal of this workshop, "Improving the College Introductory Astronomy and Space Science General Education Course Through Active Engagement," at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis is for participants to become familiar with research-validated active engagement teaching strategies and assessment materials, as well as how to implement them in their college astronomy courses, through role-playing, modeling, and practice. This workshop is designed for college instructors, post-docs, and graduate and undergraduate students currently teaching astronomy (or who think they will be in the near future).
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These advanced, professional, and specialty natural history seminars on the Maine coast can provide teachers with continuing education units and graduate credit from the University of Maine. Three-day, five-day, and 10-day seminars combine intensive field studies and follow-up work in the lab with lectures, discussions, and a review of the current literature.
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A Training of Trainers for both formal and informal educators will be held in Puget Sound, Washington. Explore innovative, inquiry-based curriculum for grades 4-6, designed to address the fascinating, interconnected nature of marine ecosystems, aligned with Next Generation Standards! The GEMS™ Ocean Sciences Sequence includes

•Unit 1 – What Kind of Place is the Ocean? Physical features of the ocean Ocean currents;
•Unit 2 – What is Life Like in the Ocean? Habitats Adaptations Food chains and food webs; and
•Unit 3 – How Are Humans and the Ocean Interconnected? Human impact on the ocean Protecting marine resources.

Participants will receive
• In-depth hands-on experience with all 3 units in the GEMS™ Ocean Sciences Sequence, including implementation strategies;
• Daily field experiences to study marine life in Puget Sound’s intertidal, inland waters and shoreline ecosytems;
• Teachers guide including thorough instructions, print materials, interactive CD-ROM and DVD, extensive background information, assessment system with scoring rubrics, color cards of habitats and organisms, and more;
• Lunch each day;
• Direct experience with important components that involve students in the scientific process; and • Optional whale-watch trip to the San Juan Islands to see Orcas and the rich marine life of the Puget Sound area.

The Ocean Sciences Sequence for Grades 3–5 was developed by UC Berkeley's Lawrence Hall of Science with support from NOAA and other partners. The sequences are designed to align with the NGSS and the Ocean Literacy Essential Principles. These sequences will provide educators the tools to teach essential science concepts in the context of ocean science.
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Spend a day or a week learning to engineer biology! The BioBuilding Professional Development Workshops will impact your understanding of biology and your approach to teaching. A mixture of classroom, laboratory and design activities provide a professional development experience that is both accessible and inspiring. You’ll leave with ready-to-teach lessons that bring engineering into your biology classrooms, labs, or science clubs. Pre-registration is required for all participants, as space is limited.
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Revitalize your mission. Strengthen your commitment to collaboration. Build your understanding of what drives a successful professional learning community. At the Professional Learning Communities at Work Institutes, participants will gain the knowledge and tools to implement this powerful process in their school or district. Engage in topic–specific breakouts and lively panel discussions, plus leave with ready–to–use strategies to impact student learning. Delve deeper into the three big ideas of a PLC in the following Institutes:
June 3–5 Las Vegas, NV
June 6–8 St. Charles, MO
June 12–14 Tulsa, OK
June 18–20 San Antonio, TX
July 8–10 Minneapolis, MN
July 17–19 Pasadena, CA
July 24–26 Orlando, FL
August 5–7 Lincolnshire, IL
August 12–14 Seattle, WA
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World Environment Day, commemorated each year on June 5, is one of the principal vehicles through which the United Nations stimulates worldwide awareness of the environment and enhances political attention and action. Portland, Oregon, has been named as the official North American host city for World Environment Day 2013 by the United Nations Environment Programme’s Regional Office for North America. The event includes the opening of a special exhibition of the International Children’s Painting Competition (ICPC) in Portland, an awards ceremony for ICPC North American and Portland winners, and an interactive environmental workshop for local high school students led by Mae C. Jemison, a scientist, educator, and the nation’s first African-American female astronaut.
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At the Colorado School of Mines, K-12 teachers of all disciplines, administrators, counselors, and all librarians and museum curators will experience an intensive, yet fun, summer training course that provides a comprehensive overview of all phases of the minerals, aggregates, industrial minerals, and solid fuels industries. Approximately 80 authorities from industry, academia, private groups, and government will lecture on their respective fields of expertise, beginning with basic geology and plate tectonics, and continuing through geophysics, exploration, mining methods, metallurgical operations, metal applications, research, marketing, careers, economics, recycling, and environmental responsibility. Ten half- or-full days of classroom instruction are supported with a one-day geology trip plus “mini-trips” and eight full days of field trips to operating mines and associated plants in Colorado.

Some financial assistance is available for non-Colorado applicants who apply before April 1, 2013. Six hours of licensure/recertification credit are awarded for completion of the course. The $250 fee includes two nights of overnight lodging and some meals. Contact the Colorado Mining Association at 303-575-9199 for further information; learn more and apply by June 5, 2013, at www.AllAboutMining.org.
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The trip will focus on the geology of Dinosaur National Monument as revealed by the spectacular canyons of the Green and Yampa Rivers. The trip will highlight Colorado Plateau stratigraphy, the Laramide Orogeny, dinosaur fossils, and geomorphic landscapes created by river erosion and tectonic uplift. The trip will be targeted to college students and members of the general public who are interested in the geology of this region. Each day will begin with a morning briefing of what the participants will observe along with selected stops and hikes to highlight specific geologic features. The trip leader will facilitate group discussions to promote active learning.
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June 8th of every year marks the official, United Nations-recognized celebration of World Oceans Day, and hundreds of aquariums, zoos, museums, conservation organizations and thousands of individuals around the world will participate in educational events.
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Each day, teachers will design their own experiments, collect data, and determine what type of statistical analysis would work best to test their hypothesis. The course will systematically focus on a different type of data collection method and data anaylsis technique each day: parametric tests (t-testing and Anovas), frequency tests (chi-squared), and association statistics (correlations/linear regressions). Teachers will become fluid in use of terms and calculations for standard error, standard deviation, and each of the most common mathematical procedures used in scientific experimentation. Every topic will be covered using labs that can be used in AP or IB Biology. Tips and techniques on classroom management, assessment, and engagement will be taught throughout the week, and all participants receive lesson plans for material covered and 40 hours of Continuing Education Credits.

Time/Place: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm, Wolfe/Vance Room of the Four Points Sheraton at 22 Woodfin St., Asheville, NC. Registration form: http://catalystlearningcurricula.com/workshops/five-day-workshops. Questions: Kristen.Dotti@CatalystLearningCurricula.com
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This three-credit-hour class at the University of Missouri-Columbia will provide the basics of nuclear science, types of radiation (including radiation detection and protection), industrial applications of nuclear science, and nuclear power generation. This course is targeted to instructors who wish to develop a deeper understanding of nuclear science and to implement this information in the classroom. Presentations will be technically-oriented at an introductory graduate level, and are structured for secondary teachers of physics, biology, chemistry, mathematics, and Earth sciences. 

Learn how to increase the number of female students in your science and technology classrooms. The online training, 1-2 hours per week for 10 weeks, is given via presentations, handouts and exercises online, available to watch and complete at your convenience. Plus you'll receive exclusive access to an online learning community to connect with other training participants and receive supplementary content. You will take away an easy-to-implement recruitment plan; a retention plan for your school to increase the completion rate of your female (and male students), starting right away; and the knowledge and confidence you need to put your plans into action. Learn directly from Executive Director Donna Milgram, the creator of the WomenTech Educators Training, and founder and Executive Director of the Institute for Women in Trades, Technology and Science.
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Microsoft DigiGirlz High Tech Camp for girls works to dispel stereotypes of the high-tech industry. During the camp session, the girls listen to executive speakers, participate in technology tours and demonstrations, network, and learn through hands-on experience in workshops. This year camps will take place at various dates throughout the summer in San Diego, CA; Charlotte, NC; Fargo, ND; Redmond, WA; Las Colinas, TX; and St. Louis, MO. Maximum award is free attendance to camp. Girls in grades 9–11 in the 2012–2013 school year and at least age 13 at the time of application are welcome. Deadlines vary by location.
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The Arthur Carhart National Wilderness Training Center offers Wilderness Investigations training for educators. The sessions will be held in various locations (primarily out west). Credit (university and/or state teaching credits) may be available for each workshop. Wilderness Investigations is correlated with National and State Standards (for 5th through 8th grades), but is easily adaptable for most grades. School year workshop hours are Fridays 4:30-6:30 p.m. and Saturdays 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
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This year's institute will be a Training of Trainers for both formal and informal educators, taking place on the Olympic Peninsula in Washington. Educators will explore innovative inquiry-based curriculum for grades 4-6, designed to address the interconnected nature of marine ecosystems and aligned with Next Generation Science Standards.

The program will feature the new GEMS™ Ocean Sciences Sequence developed by UC Berkeley's Lawrence Hall of Science. It includes
• Unit 1 – What Kind of Place is the Ocean? Physical features of the ocean; Ocean currents
• Unit 2 – What is Life Like in the Ocean? Habitats, Adaptations, Food chains and food webs
• Unit 3 – How Are Humans and the Ocean Interconnected? Human impact on the ocean;  Protecting marine resources

Participants will receive
• In-depth hands-on experience with all 3 units in the Ocean Sciences Sequence, including implementation strategies
• Daily field experiences to study marine life in Puget Sound’s intertidal, inland waters, and shoreline ecosytems
• Teachers guide including thorough instructions, print materials, interactive CD-ROM and DVD, extensive background information, assessment system with scoring rubrics, color cards of habitats and organisms (a $200 value)
• Lunch each day
• Direct experience with important components that involve students in the scientific process
•    Optional Whale watch trip to the San Juan Islands to see Orcas and the rich marine life of the Puget Sound area
 
Dates: June 24-27, 2013. Location: Port Townsend, WA, at the Fort Worden Conference Grounds. To register, visit www.ptmsc.org/teacher.html. Questions? Contact Laura Tucker at 360-379-5235 or e-mail ltucker@ptmsc.org.
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Select one or two weeks of Modeling instruction in either chemistry or physics in Kennebunk, Maine.  Taught by teams of experienced high school teachers, these workshops offer an introduction to this engaging method of STEM instruction. Each week includes 40 hours of hands-on instruction in the use of the technology as well as theory and practice in the Modeling techniques. 

A catered lunch is provided each day, and free housing is available on a first-come,  first-served basis.
The second week covers "second semester topics" and builds on the first week's topics. For more details, see the full flyer and brochure on the website.
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Montana State University's graduate courses for science teachers are now open for registration. Held both on-site and online, courses cover biology, Earth science, physics, and more. The courses offer MSU graduate credits to practicing elementary, middle, high school, and community college teachers. Teachers do not have to enroll in an MSU degree program to take the courses; however, courses can apply towards MSU's new graduate certificates in science teaching and the university's Master's of Science in Science Education (MSSE) degree. NSTA members receive a discount on many of the courses.
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The American Association of Physics Teachers, in conjunction with the American Astronomical Society and the American Physical Society, holds workshops for new physics and astronomy faculty members each fall and summer at the American Center for Physics in College Park, Maryland. Now in its 15th year, this semi-annual conference helps new faculty understand how students learn physics and astronomy and suggests how this information can impact a new professor's teaching methods. The workshop is intended for faculty in the first few years of their initial tenure-track appointment at a four-year college or university. This discussion format and small breakout groups of the workshop permit the participants to exchange ideas with one another and with leading innovators in physics and astronomy education.
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Join astronomers and educators from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville and CosmoQuest to learn how your students can conduct authentic astronomy research. Help astronomers map the Moon's surface using the MoonMappers citizen science project and data from the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter, plus get practical ideas from experienced teachers on how to bring citizen science into your classroom and meet science standards. Activities from CosmoQuest's new TerraLuna unit will be featured. Free materials, stipend, and CPDUs provided; optional graduate course credit are available. Space is limited. Contact Georgia Bracey for application information. 
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The Space Foundation's Space Across the Curriculum courses provide teachers with a unique opportunity to develop extraordinary classroom skills, while at the same time earning credit for professional development or toward a master's degree. At the Space Foundation headquarters in Colorado Springs, Meteorology and Space Weather will allow participants to examine the different areas of meteorology and how to incorporate them into the classroom. Hands-on lessons will be used to teach meteorology along with a trip to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
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Environmental Concern offers courses designed for formal and non-formal educators who are interested in learning more about wetlands, and who would like to bring wetland education into their classroom. Courses can be custom created to meet teacher needs. Classes are offered throughout the United States.
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Each day, teachers will participate in student-centered activities designed to increase engagement and critical thinking while covering the content and skills required by an AP or IB course. Games, puzzles, lab experiments, models, simulations, debates, and other methods that place the demand of thinking and learning on the students will be used. This workshop is for any teacher who is new to teaching without lecture or who wants to light a fire of excitement and enthusiasm in their courses. Several AP labs will be included in the activities performed, and an introduction to statistical methods for hypothesis testing will also be covered. Tips and techniques on classroom management, assessment, and engagement will be taught throughout the week, and all participants receive lesson plans for teaching genetics and 40 hours of Continuing Education Credits.

Time/Place: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm, Wolfe/Vance Room of the Four Points Sheraton at 22 Woodfin St., Asheville, NC. Registration form: http://catalystlearningcurricula.com/workshops/five-day-workshops. Questions: Kristen.Dotti@CatalystLearningCurricula.com
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NASA's Center for Astronomy Education (CAE) in College Park, Maryland, will host a series of educator workshops for astronomy and space science educators. These workshops provide participants with experiences needed to create effective and productive active-learning classroom environments. Workshop leaders model best practices in implementing many different classroom-tested instructional strategies. Workshop attendees will gain first-hand experience implementing these proven strategies. During many microteaching events, participants will have the opportunity to role-play the parts of student and instructor, assessing and critiquing each other’s implementation in real time as part of a supportive learning community.
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Every summer the Biomimicry 3.8 Institute hosts a summit for biomimicry educators. Featuring speakers, panels, workshops and more, this event offers educators from around the world a chance to meet, share their accomplishments, collaborate on new ideas, and advise the Institute on how best to support their work. The summit will be held in Boston, Massachusetts.
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Join Fluid Blue aboard the 65’ liveaboard Cat Ppalu, as it sets off from Nassau to explore the remote, and mostly uninhabited, islands of the Exumas. A total of 10 teachers will have a chance to log more than 20 dives on reefs and walls, do night dives, and see a variety of marine life including several species of sharks. The Cat Ppalu has a long-standing reputation as an outstanding liveaboard. Teachers will have opportunities to create content related to pressure and light; collect data on a unique shark aggregation in a blue hole; collect samples for USGS research on ocean acidification; and document signs of coral and sponge disease, invasive species, and biodiversity in marine protected areas. Those interested in videography will have an opportunity to learn about filming underwater and will have access to a fully manual video camera and underwater housing.
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Upload a video or post a message to thank a teacher on Facebook today. Use the hashtag #thankateacher when mentioning the campaign on Twitter. The Thank A Teacher fan page encourages students and adults alike to take a moment and thank a teacher who made a difference in their lives. Enter your teacher in the Thank a Teacher Contest and he or she could be awarded a trip to the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Conference in San Antonio, Texas. Promethean, a proud national sponsor of PTA, will kick off the contest on May 1. Details on how to enter your teacher are to come.
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The Green Schools Alliance in collaboration with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is accepting applications and nominations for the 2013 Sc3, the nation's premier week-long environmental leadership training program. Students and a limited number of school faculty or staff who have demonstrated outstanding leadership in their schools or communities are invited to apply to become a U.S. Green School Fellow and attend this event at the National Conservation Training Center in Shepherdstown, West Virginia.
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In collaboration with other museums and units of the Smithsonian, the Professional Development Center works to create and deliver week-long professional development for teachers of science. The SSEAT courses were started in 2005 to bridge the gap between formal and informal science education by combining training for science content and pedagogy with behind the scenes experiences at a wide variety of Smithsonian units, Smithsonian Affiliate partners, inquiry-based STC/ STCMS curriculum, and world-class science research facilities throughout the Washington, DC, area.
Understanding issues of the nature and evolution of biodiversity is key to the survival of life on this planet. The Biodiversity Academy consists of a series of unique experiences designed to introduce teachers to the variety of life and enhance teacher understanding of concepts related to biodiversity. Participants will engage in hands-on content sessions by interacting with scientist, curators, and museum educators.
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This series of four-day summer workshops is designed for forensics teachers with five years of experience or less. Whether you are teaching a course in forensics or looking for ways to integrate forensics into your existing math or science curriculum, you will find this course useful. The course content can be expanded to challenge the needs of the AP, accelerated, or honors students, or it can be used to motivate and engage students who would otherwise avoid math and science. Three sessions will be offered (same material presented each session):

•    Session 1    June 24-27 (Monday-Thursday);
•    Session 2   July 8-11 (Monday-Thursday); and 
•    Session 3   July 15-18 (Monday-Thursday)

Location: Scotia-Glenville High School, NY 12302 (near Albany). Contact Patti Bertino at patti@bertinoforensics.com or 518-384-1718.
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The Unknown Moon Institute is a five-day, teacher professional training session at Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory in Laurel, Maryland. Teachers participate in activities that bridge content from the Moon to Earth; address student misconceptions, the Next Generation Science Standards, and a variety of science and engineering practices; plus interact with lunar scientists. Topics include geology of the Moon, Moon phases and eclipses, spectrometry, formation of the Moon, water at the lunar poles, and more.
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Sesame Workshop is partnering with The New School in New York to co-host the 12th annual Interaction Design and Children (IDC) Conference 2013 in New York City. Featuring a panel discussion with Google about its research contributions in the field, IDC 2013 will offer a wide-ranging program which will support and facilitate the exchange of ideas among communities committed to advancing educational interactive experiences for children. Program highlights include: 

Hamline University's Center for Global Environmental Education presents its Rivers Institute, a three-day field-based professional development opportunity that prepares teachers of grades 3-8 to engage students in STEM disciplines through hands-on, inquiry-based investigations at local watersheds. Two institutes will be held this summer: one on the St. Croix River June 24-26, 2013, and one on the Mississippi River July 29-31, 2013. All institutes include, at no cost to teachers, three full days of experiential instruction and lunches, the Waters to the Sea multimedia tool, CEUs, a $100 mini grant, and the option to purchase two graduate credits at a reduced rate. Full scholarships for teachers admitted to the program are provided.

The focus for the institutes is on elementary and middle school classroom teachers, as well as science specialists and teams of teachers. All educators are welcome to apply. For more information and to apply online, visit www.hamline.edu/cgee/riversinstitute.
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NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO) mission is sponsoring workshops for educators. The LRO has allowed scientists to measure the coldest known place in the solar system, map the surface of the Moon in unprecedented detail and accuracy, find evidence of recent lunar geologic activity, characterize the radiation environment around the Moon and its potential effects on future lunar explorers, and more. Workshop participants will learn about these and other recent discoveries, reinforce their understanding of lunar science concepts, gain tools to help address common student misconceptions about the Moon, interact with lunar scientists and engineers, work with LRO data, and learn how to bring these data and information to their students using hands-on activities aligned with National Science Education Standards and Benchmarks. 

Join the Center for Ecoliteracy and a group of educators, scientists, artists, and activists for a residential seminar in San Anselmo, California, "Becoming Ecoliterate." Explore a new model of education that connects emotional, social, and ecological intelligence, based on the Center's latest book with Daniel Goleman. This seminar provides an opportunity to explore what a growing number of educators have identified as a deeply felt imperative: to support "irresistibly engaging" learning that genuinely prepares young people for the challenges presented by this unprecedented time in human history.
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Each day, teachers will participate in student-centered activities designed to increase engagement and critical thinking while covering the content and skills required by an AP/IB course. Games, puzzles, lab experiments, models, simulations, debates, and other methods that place the demand of thinking on the students will be used. This workshop is for any teacher who is new to teaching without lecture or who wants to light a fire of excitement and enthusiasm in their courses. Several AP labs will be included in the activities performed, and an introduction to statistical methods for hypothesis testing will also be covered. Tips and techniques on classroom management, assessment, and engagement will be taught throughout the week, and all participants receive lesson plans for teaching cell biology plus 40 hours of Continuing Education Credits.

Time/Place: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm, Wolfe/Vance Room of the Four Points Sheraton at 22 Woodfin St., Asheville, NC. Registration form: http://catalystlearningcurricula.com/workshops/five-day-workshops. Questions? Kristen.Dotti@CatalystLearningCurricula.com
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The CHS Foundation will host the conference in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Engaging workshops, tours, keynote speakers, and networking events will provide learning opportunities for educators to increase their comfort level in agricultural topics and also integrate agricultural content into instruction to meet academic standards in science, health, language arts, math, and social studies.



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