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To help teams – and their coaches – prepare for success in M3 Challenge 2021, we want to share two solution papers below that earned honorable mention distinction in the 2016 Challenge. Comments from M3 Challenge judges are included in the files and are meant to point out some of the strengths and weakness of the papers […]
Join us ONLINE for the 2021 Science Olympics! Some events will be submitted virtually and others will be held synchronously on Thursday, April 22nd. In this year's Science Olympics, there will be five different events to choose from in biology, chemistry, engineering, and physics. Participants can choose any or all events in which to compete. […]
The Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) Program will honor science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and/or computer science teachers working in grades 7-12. Nominations close on March 1, 2021.
Please make plans to join PLTW on March 2, 2021 at 3:00pm (Zoom meeting) to take a deep look at how to use PLTW Launch in Arkansas to provide full coverage of elementary NGSS. Paul Schiele, PLTW PreK-8 Solutions Engineer and former Launch Master Teacher, will come to discuss/demonstrate how Launch may be used to […]
When: Friday, March 5, 2021 (Schedule) Where: Location TBA UA Little Rock Main Campus 2801 S. University Ave. Little Rock, AR 72204 Registration Fee: A student entry fee of $20 for each student (not project). Please make checks payable to UA Little Rock […]
Members of the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) are invited to meet at Julie’s Sweet Shoppe in Conway at 7:50 a.m. for a chance to promote NAWIC and Women in Construction (WIC) Week on the local radio station! No RSVP required.
Join us for a fun day on March 6th at the STEAM Center in Fort Smith as we partner with University of Arkansas – Fort Smith Professor, Dr. Jeff Shaver, and students to investigate a fictional family’s medical history using gel electrophoresis to identify the sickle cell disease.
"Women Of Aviation Week is a global aviation awareness week for girls of all ages and observed to mark the anniversary of the world’s first female pilot licence (March 8, 1910).The week is a call to address gender imbalance in the air and space industry." – Women of Aviation Worldwide To celebrate locally, check out this fantastic calendar of […]
Please join us on Monday, March 8th at 9 am EST as we launch the newest Million Women Mentors global chapter in Turkey! Million Women Mentors/ 1 Milyon Kadina Mentör is launching as a partnership between Million Women Mentors, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s U.S.-Turkey Business Council, the Women in Business Initiative Co-Chairs Umran Beba, Partner at August Leadership & […]
On Monday, March 8th, at 2PM EST, Million Women Mentors (MWM) and the Women Business Collaborative (WBC) will host an engaging webinar on International Women’s Day and as part of Women’s History Month to celebrate the extraordinary contributions of female leaders in STEM. International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day also […]
Join the conversation to learn more about PLTW Gateway in Arkansas and Oklahoma! During this event, Gateway teachers from the region will share: Information about specific PLTW Gateway units Student activities and excitement Impact in the classroom An inside look into how Gateway could work for your school district Whether you are planning to start […]
As a thank you to the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) members' employers for their support, they want to treat them to lunch! Members and their bosses will meet for a catered lunch at 11:30 AM at ABC's Arkansas Construction Trades Academy (back building at 6 Collins Industrial Place, North Little Rock, AR […]
All women, men, National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) members and prospects are encouraged to attend this free leadership breakfast from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM at the Arkansas Construction Trades Academy (back building at 6 Collins Industrial Place, North Little Rock, AR 72113). The Strategic Growth Officer for an ERA Top 400 general […]
Our Tech for Good competition challenges 6th - 12th grade girls to team up, and work together to develop an app, website, computer program, 3D printer template, or anything else “tech” that they’re inspired to create! Teams are allowed to have up to 4 members. Tech for Good allows girls to use their tech skills […]
Members and prospects are invited to join the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) from their office or home via Soom from 4:30-5:30 PM for a virtual happy hour! Have your drinks and great conversation ready and join them on screen for some much needed social time! This will be a great opportunity for […]
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Join NSTA on Thursday, March 11, 2021, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM ET to learn how to publish in NSTA's award-winning journals. Have you read great articles in the NSTA journals that changed or added to the ways you and your students do science for the better? You could inspire other educators across the country in […]
After the Amazeum closes to the public, Girls Scouts are taking over the museum for an exclusive STEAM event on Girl Scouts Birthday! Girl Scouts get to have even more fun than usual! Come explore the exhibits and find special activity booths with hands-on challenges that will help you earn a unique Amazeum fun patch.
The Junior Science and Humanities Symposia (JSHS) promote original research and experimentation in the STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) disciplines at the high school level and publicly recognize students for outstanding achievement in these fields. By connecting talented students, their teachers, and research professionals at affiliated symposia and by rewarding research excellence, JSHS aims […]
The Engineering Olympics is designed to introduce students to engineering through competitive team events and exercises. All participating schools receive all materials necessary to compete at no charge. There is a nominal fee (usually $5 per student) to participate. This year, Garver is the title sponsor of the Engineering Olympics. The 2020 Engineering Olympics: Junior Division (grades […]
The Arkansas Innovation Hub challenges you to innovate a new solution to a real-world problem! Every day we learn new skills and techniques and help solve problems for artists, makers, and entrepreneurs. Now it’s your turn to solve a real-world problem and make a difference! Feb. 15–Mar. 14 Teachers register students (form) Mar. 15–Apr. 30 Students/teams will work […]
The Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) is accepting applications from qualified high school sophomores and juniors interested in attending the SAME/Army Engineering and Construction Camp, June 13-19, 2021 in Vicksburg, MS. Forty students from across the nation will be competitively selected to attend the camp. The students will engage in hands-on engineering and construction […]
Kansas City students have a new opportunity to put their imaginations and problem-solving skills to the test! The Linda Hall Library’s inaugural Kansas City Invention Convention, an affiliate program of The Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation, invites students in grades 4 through 12 to imagine new solutions to everyday challenges. With the support of teachers and mentors, […]
TBA. More information to be announced at: https://www.acds.co/calendar.
All learners should have a seat at the table when it comes to cyber education. Hear from educational specialists as they talk about lessons learned on how to creatively adapt cyber and STEM topics to be accessible to various student populations. Representatives from community organizations, higher educational institutions, and state agencies will be on hand […]
Conductor, UAMS, BioVentures, University of Central Arkansas, and Arkansas INBRE collaborate to host boot camp for undergraduate and graduate-level students around the state. Conductor, BioVentures, UAMS, University of Central Arkansas, and Arkansas INBRE are collaborating for the fourth year to host a weeklong camp for undergraduate and graduate students from across the state. Scheduled for […]
Registration is open for our new Virtual Zoofari Spring Break Camp program sponsored by the McLarty Auto Group and they would appreciate your help distributing scholarship information! Scholarships are available for any child 5-10 years of age in Arkansas that participated in the National School Lunch Program (free/reduced meals) during the current school year (2020-21). […]
Now available: This real-world learning activity for high school students, student teams and classrooms asks students to decode the DNA sequences displayed on the outside windows of the new Children's Mercy Research Institute. Students can work through the challenge at their own pace and submit responses using this online form. Students who submit their forms by 5 p.m. April 28 will receive an invitation […]
Join Learning Blade for 30 minutes once a month to hear teacher perspectives during their: March's topic: 3D Printing & Project-Based Learning Monday, March 22 - 4:30 pm ET / 3:30 pm CT K-8 Robotics/STEAM/PLTW Teacher, Thomas Wolford, in Kentucky will share how they use 3D printing for PBL and give tips on how you, […]
This online workshop introduces different tools available to the user in a Linux environment. Tools that monitor web traffic, test connectivity to other devices, trace a route to another device, etc., Linux tools that will be covered are traceroute command, ifconfig command, tcpdump command, and Wireshark application. The following Labs are covered in this workshop: […]
Mar 23, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM CDT Webinar Do you have interview jitters? We want to help you shake them off and master your next job interview! Join the Arkansas Center for Data Sciences to learn what to expect, how to best prepare, and some insider secrets from recruiters and past IT hiring managers!
Prepare students to live in a cyber society by sharpening their critical thinking skills and exploring the legal and ethical issues. About this Event Cyber Society is a universal Jump Start course that focuses on research analysis, critical thinking, teamwork, and written and verbal communication skills. Problem-solve your way through simulated cyber scenarios, both plugged […]
Students of all abilities can be successful in the STEM economy and should be encouraged to pursue STEM experiences, coursework, and career paths. Join the Department, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, our special guest speaker, Dr. Temple Grandin, and esteemed panel as we explore how to create inclusive STEM environments that make it possible […]
The Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) Program has an application open for teachers who are interested in applying for the PAEMST Award. Applications must be completed by April 1, 2021.
Free, asynchronous professional development for 6th – 12th grade teachers! About this Event The cyber:bot merges a micro:bit with a robotics chassis for a platform that is ideal for hands-on learning. CYBER.ORG’s Cyber Literacy and Cyber Literacy 2 courses utilize the cyber:bot to help students build strong cyber foundations. In this self-paced workshop, you will […]
Girls of Promise is an initiative to expose girls to educational and career opportunities in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math), as well as role models and mentors in the field. Our Girls of Promise is a FREE two-day conference for 8th-grade girls interested in STEAM subjects. The conference will be held virtually on […]
Explore the features of CYBER.ORG’s Cyber Literacy course! About this Event Cyber Literacy builds strong cyber foundations by introducing the opportunities, threats, responsibilities, and legal constraints associated with operating in cyberspace. You can choose from one of three different robotics platforms (Boe-Bot, Shield-Bot with Arduino, cyber:bot) for your class. Cyber Literacy lays the foundation for […]
BIOLOGY, CHEMISTRY, PHYSICS, MATH Seniors or STEM graduates, become a secondary Science or Math teacher supported by a prestigious Noyce Fellowship. Come to the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville for a tuition-paid*, one-year Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) degree June 18, 2021-May 14, 2022 Earn an Arkansas teaching license, Grades 7-12. Receive generous financial support […]