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The K-6 Cycle for the Presidential Awards is now open!
Nominations and applications are now open for the 2021-22 cycle of the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) for K-6 teachers of science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and computer science.
The entire application cycle has been moved forward a few months, with nominations closing on Friday, January 7 and applications due to be completed by Sunday, February 6.
Visit www.paemst.org to nominate a great K-6 teacher!
Did you know that a person does not have to be nominated to complete a Presidential Award application?
Each year, several our state’s finalists, and eventual awardees, began their application without a nomination. Any eligible K-6 teacher of science, technology, engineering, mathematics, or computer science can complete an application. To start an application, visit www.paemst.org.
If you have any questions or would like to know more about the North Carolina Presidential Awards Program, please contact the State Coordinator for PAESMT, Joseph Reaper, at joseph.reaper@dpi.nc.gov.
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NASA/NC Space Grant for Pre-Service Educators
The NASA/NC Space Grant 2021-2022 STEM Pre-Service Teacher Education Scholarship is now open for applications. Undergraduate students studying to become K-12 teachers, especially in STEM fields, are eligible to apply for this competitive program, which will provide them with a scholarship of $3,500, training from NASA education specialists, an expenses-paid trip to NASA Langley Research Center and other opportunities.
Undergraduate education majors can learn more and apply here:
https://ncspacegrant.ncsu.edu/programs/stem-pre-service-teacher-education-scholarships/. Applications are due October 11, 2021 and recommendation letters are due October 13, 2021.
This is a wonderful opportunity for pre-service teachers to learn how to bring exciting NASA science into their future classrooms, to inspire the next generation of explorers!
STEAM Career Showcase for Students with Disabilities
The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences asks you to please save the date for the 9th annual STEAM Career Showcase for Students with Disabilities, on Tuesday, October 19, 2021 from 1:00–3:30pm.
This free virtual event is for learners in grades 6–12 and provides registrants the opportunity to connect with role models with disabilities who have thriving careers in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math (STEAM).
Learn from the keynote speaker and panelists about their personal journeys and their strategies for success. Attendees will gain practical knowledge that they can apply to their interests and future career paths.
Get more details about the STEAM Career Showcase by visiting the Museum's website.
Please note: ASL interpretation and live captions will be provided for the entire program and for each breakout room.
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K-12 Science Office Hours
The K-12 Science Section is pleased to offer upcoming office hours from 3:30-4:30 PM. Each session will focus on a particular topic and target a specific audience.
Join us on November 17, 2021 from 3:30 to 4:30 as we share an overview of the history of STEM education in North Carolina, introduce the STEM Schools Progress rubric as a tool for school improvement, and explore the opportunity available for schools to receive SBE recognition as an NC STEM School of Distinction. Howard Ginsburg, the K-12 STEM Consultant, will lead this session. The audience is intended for district leaders and classroom teachers.
You can register at our Science Google Site's Professional Development page. You can also register here.
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Upcoming Opportunities for Educators
The Teaching, Learning, and Curriculum (TLC) team at NCSSM is excited to announce upcoming sessions for the fall 2021 Learning Innovations webinar series!
In these interactive sessions, we will explore strategies for engaging learners at a distance, cultivating classroom community, building beautiful and accessible courses, integrating new cybersecurity standards in K-12 classrooms, and much more!
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Best Practices for Implementing Successful HyFlex Learning
October 21st, 11:00 am EST
Presented by Joyce Ventimiglia, NCSSM Instructional Design Specialist
Registration link: https://bit.ly/bestHyFlex
10 Tips to Make Canvas Work for You
November 18th, 11:00 am EST
Presented by Rob Caldwell, NCSSM Instructional and Information Designer
Registration link: https://bit.ly/10canvastips
New Cybersecurity Standards: Why You Should Care
December 9th, 11:00 am EST
Presented by Charlotte Dungan, NCSSM AI Program Architect
Registration link: https://bit.ly/3loMu8G
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NC DPI STEM Consultant
Howard Ginsburg
howard.ginsburg@dpi.nc.gov
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