K-12 Science 2021-2022 Webinar Series
This three part webinar series will focus on physical science content within the K-12 Science Essential Standards. Using the Curriculum Topic Study (CTS) process, we will explore Wave concepts identified in the Force and Motion Strand. Over the course of the series, we will address the concept of Waves in order to refine curriculum, improve instructional materials, and maximize assessment.
In preparation:
Target Audience: Individuals seeking to improve content knowledge and science instruction.
Dates and Registration:
- Webinar 1 - October 20, 2021
- Webinar 2 - January 19, 2022
- Webinar 3 - March 16, 2022 from 3:30-4:30; Registration Link
You can access resources and view previous Webinar recordings in the Professional Learning link on the NCDPI website.
In Case You Missed It: K-12 Science Office Hour Session - NC Check Ins (NCCI) for K-12 Science
The K-12 Science Team held an office hour session on February 16 from 3:30-4:30. Joining the Science Team were Test Measurement Specialists from the Testing and Accountability Division to discuss the Science NC Check-ins (NCCI). information about interpreting the NCCI reports for 5th and 8th grades and Biology were discussed.
You can access the recorded session and the shared resources on the Professional Learning page on the NCDPI website.
Two NC Educators Receive Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching
Two North Carolina elementary school teachers were honored this week as recipients of the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching, the highest award K-12 teachers can receive for instruction in those two subjects by the federal government. In all, 102 teachers nationwide were named by President Joe Biden as 2020 award recipients in an announcement earlier this week.
Please click on the Flyer for more information
2020 PAEMST Awardee Announcement.pdf
Building Engineers in K-5 Classrooms
Conference Registration Open!
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Want to learn more about how to utilize high-quality STEM practices in your elementary classrooms? Want to see actual K-5 students in action, putting their programming and engineering skills to the test in real-time challenges?
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The Event Includes
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FREE Registration - made possible through a partnership between NCDPI and the SERVE Center, hosted by Moore County Schools
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2 Day Conference:
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Day One = "traditional" conference setting with hands-on concurrent sessions.
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Day Two = Elementary Robotics/Engineering Showcase with 250+ K-5 students + hands-on opportunities for attendees.
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Inspiring Keynote directly from the field and relevant to your classroom - Dante Poole: Principal, Aberdeen Elementary School
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40+ hands-on concurrent sessions from teachers and other educators across North Carolina
- Ability to connect with like-minded educators across NC
Learn More here: k5engineers.org/conference
NC DPI Science Consultants
Dr. Debra Hall
K-5 Science
debra.hall@dpi.nc.gov
Gavin Fradel
6-8 Science
gavin.fradel@dpi.nc.gov
Benita Tipton
9-12 Science
benita.tipton@dpi.nc.gov
Alexis Wood
9-12 Science
kathryn.wood@dpi.nc.gov
Additional Contacts:
Howard Ginsburg
K-12 STEM Consultant
howard.ginsburg@dpi.nc.gov
Marilyn Johns
Administration Specialist
marilyn.johns@dpi.nc.gov
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