SDUSD Science

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We are specifically seeking feedback on the distance learning lessons provided for grades 3-5 science: https://forms.gle/LW5z9ttbeGrhJn8Y6

We continue to welcome feedback from all grade levels and subject areas here: form

Each year tens of millions of students participate in science fairs around the globe but only about 1,800 earn the right to compete for nearly $5 million awards bestowed each May at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF).

Due to COVID-19, the Society for Science & the Public and Regeneron – together with its global science fair network and the larger STEM community –celebrated science and engineering through an incredible series of virtual events that took place May 18-22. They are offering free access to this extraordinary content through June 5.

• Learn from Nobel Laureates and scientists on the forefront of coronavirus research.
• Hear from science, engineering and tech entrepreneurs.
• Learn about colleges and universities interested in sharing their campuses with you virtually.
• Participate in the STEM Experiential Hall.
• Checkout the amazing projects from the Regeneron ISEF finalists.

Download the full program and Register here!

Please respond to this survey about teaching climate by May 31, 2020, and you’ll have a chance to win a $100 VISA gift card. We also seek teachers to help lead this work—please read on.

We know our Earth’s climate is changing; the evidence is overwhelming. Current events and predictive models show that we need swift action to prevent extreme and irreversible climate disruption.

Our team at UC San Diego wants to understand teachers’ needs and interests, challenges and opportunities in teaching about climate across multiple subjects. We’re working with a statewide coalition to support teachers to educate all California students to understand the climate crisis and climate solutions. (More information attached or download here.)

A new regional initiative—Creating Climate Champions—seeks K-12 teacher leaders to collaboratively curate and create climate curriculum. Each will receive an honorarium of $2500 for ~50 hours of work, beginning during summer 2020. If you're interested in this opportunity, please respond to the survey and answer the question about the interests, knowledge, and/or expertise you will bring to this effort.

If you have questions or comments, please contact Nan Renner at nrenner@ucsd.edu.

The UCCE Master Gardener Program of San Diego County would like to offer this free, non-commercial resource to the San Diego Unified School District. We understand that it is not curriculum material but we hope that when communicating with parents and staff struggling to find appropriate, suitable material to use at home with their families this might be made available as an additional resource.

https://www.mastergardenersd.org/

https://www.mastergardenersd.org/lets-grow-together-san-diego

As we all adapt to a changing world, Birch Aquarium is here to help you. Stay tuned as we work to provide online resources for you and your students based on your needs, and check out our current online offerings.

Use this form to apply for scientist to ZOOM in to a lesson.

Emily Paris is very interested in speaking with High School students regarding her research and experiences related to climate change.Topics that can be highlighted: SAT, College prep – what is college like? How do you choose a major? Scholarships? Etc., Career themed: Science/Marine Science eparis@ucsd.edu Science Twitter:@ExplorerEm

Middle School: IMPACT SCIENCE DISTANCE LEARNING LIBRARY

Click here for a link to the Salk Education Resources.

While the Heithoff-Brody High School Summer Scholar program will be on hiatus for 2020, our team has been working on developing a program to digitally engage students this summer. We are excited to announce that Salk Education Outreach will be piloting the Introduction to Research Science and Communication Virtual Program.

The Salk Introduction to Research Science and Communication Virtual Program is inspired by the professional development opportunities that have been a part of the Heithoff-Brody Summer Scholars program. This will be in continuing collaboration with the Biocom Institute Partners for Internships (BIPI). Program elements will include scientific readings, data analysis, science presentation delivery and virtual lab simulations.

Program Dates: 6/29-7/24 with additional presentation slots 7/27-31

Eligibility: Program is open to students who were in high school during the 2020 school year and do not need to be San Diego County residents

Selection Process: Students that would like to be considered for the program must opt-in by completing the Google form here by June 5th. Opt-in requests will be selected by lottery with a percentage of slots dedicated to students who had also applied for the 2020 Heithoff-Brody Scholars program through the BIPI application portal. Students will be notified of the lottery results by June 10th.

More information about the program can be found on the Salk website here.

• Distance Learning: **Look here for templates, resources, district provided curriculum** https://sites.google.com/sandi.net/sdusddistancelearning/home

Resources for Distance Learning and Science

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• The Instructional Technology Department is excited to announce Tech Tips. This is a monthly communication providing resources for integrating technology into curriculum. http://bit.ly/sdusdtechtips

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