Event

 

The 21st Century Science Experience - A discussion designed to explore transformative science in K-12 education

September 22, 2009
Other cities through 10/7/2009 (see below for all dates)

How will you meet student science achievement goals?

The 21st century demands a different approach to science learning—and school districts across the country are grappling with the task of modernizing their science education programs.

Join us to examine 5 critical challenges you and your colleagues face, and to explore paths for successful transformation. You will also experience how the SPARK Science solution from PASCO helps you meet many of these challenges.

Together we can unlock the potential of your students and teachers—and drive student achievement in science.


Come Hear Our Award-Winning Featured Speaker:

David Thornburg, Futurist, Author, Consultant

David Thornburg is an award-winning futurist, author and consultant whose clients range across the public and private sector, both in the United States and in Brazil. His razor-sharp focus on the fast-paced world of modern computing and communication media, project-based learning, 21st century skills and open source software has placed him in constant demand as a keynote speaker and workshop leader for schools, foundations and governments.


Will you join us?

We have the key to unlocking student potential and achievement in science education.  You will receive a 1GB USB drive with materials focused on transforming science education, including a whitepaper by Dr. David Thornburg discussing the 5 biggest challenges in today’s science classrooms.
 

**All participants receive a 1GB USB drive loaded with materials to support your science transformation agenda. One guest will win a SPARK Science Learning System!


 
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Locations, Dates, & Registration

Six City Tour!

HOUSTON (Click here to Register)
September 22, 2009
, 9:30 AM - 1:00 PM, Lunch Served
Johnson Space Center
1601 NASA PARKWAY (formerly NASA Rd 1)
Houston, TX 77058

MIAMI (Click here to Register)
September 23, 2009
, 9:30 AM - 1:00 PM, Lunch Served
Miami Science Museum
3280 S Miami Ave
Miami, FL 33129

LAS VEGAS (Click here to Register)
September 29, 2009
, 9:30 AM - 1:00 PM, Lunch Served
Atomic Testing Museum
755 E Flamingo Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89119

OAKLAND (Click here to Register)
October 1, 2009
, 9:30 AM - 1:00 PM, Lunch Served
Chabot Space Center
10000 Skyline Blvd
Oakland, CA 94619

PHILADELPHIA (Click here to Register)
October 6, 2009
, 9:30 AM - 1:00 PM, Lunch Served
The Franklin Institute
222 N 20th St
Philadelphia, PA 19103

PITTSBURGH (Click here to Register)
October 7, 2009
, 9:30 AM - 1:00 PM, Lunch Served
Carnegie Science Museum
1 Allegheny Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15212

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