Explorer| Educator| Lover of all things STEM. She in DC. Tweets are my own.
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This call to action from @theNASEM echos what we hear all over the country — that elementary students deserve quality science education.
See the report here: nationalacademies.org/our-wo…
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Recognizing fake news is now a required subject in California schools laist.com/news/politics/reco…
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Public libraries in New York will be forced to close on weekends due to Mayor Eric Adams budget cuts pix11.com/news/local-news/ny…
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The Urban Journalism Workshop is back! We are currently accepting applications for 2024. We teach D.C. area high school students the fundamentals of print, broadcast and digital journalism.
Students, apply! wabjdc.org/urban-journalism-…
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Announcing a summer 2024 paid undergraduate museum education internship in Washington, D.C.! To learn more about this opportunity honoring the legacy of Claudine K. Brown, an educator and influential leader of the @Smithsonian, please visit internships.si.edu/opportuni… #SmithsonianEdu
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Are you interested in starting a SACNAS Chapter! We have the perfect opportunity for you!
Join us Tuesday, November 28th, 2023 at 12pm PT for an in-depth discussion and webinar to help you start your very own chapter!
Register here! >>> bit.ly/3G0QabL
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Historically, much of the gender gap in earnings could be explained by differences in education and occupational choices. However, this year’s economic sciences laureate Claudia Goldin has shown that the bulk of this earnings difference is now between men and women in the same occupation, and that it largely arises with the birth of the first child.
#NobelPrize
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Did you know that Prince George's County has a deep history tied to indigenous tribes? Learn about the original inhabitants of our area, like the Piscataway Conoy Tribe — skilled farmers, fishermen & hunters who helped shape the history of our county!
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Join us at @NMAAHC's Afrofuturism STEAM Day Oct 14th. We will investigate space exploration, human health, and technology, featuring a STEM panel w/ @NoireSTEMinist & @the_carter_show. @mcdougle_sharon will lead a presentation, book reading, and signing.
s.si.edu/3r4XI9D
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In a new field trip offering from the @SmithsonianACM, educators spotlight local contemporary history, lead activities that promote self-efficacy and urge secondary students to imagine a more equitable future. Read more here: smithsonianmag.com/blogs/smi… #SmithsonianEdu
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Job Opportunity with NAPE - Grants and Programs Specialist! Please visit napequity.org/grants-and-pro… to apply. Candidate reviews begin on October 6, 2023.
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Who pays the price when extreme House Republicans shut down the government?
Children and families, for starters.
politico.com/news/2023/09/23…
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Participants in this #NSTA23 KC hands-on workshop will have a common experience with “a change” and consider important lessons that can help them lead change in their systems. tinyurl.com/37feyrpv Janna Mahfoud (@BSCSorg) @SusanGomezZwiep @JBintzBSCS #SciEd
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A little sneak preview of what we are working on to support #DataFluency. @UniverseAndMore @ConcordDotOrg
One of the best parts about working at @PhETsims is getting to join forces with partners like @ConcordDotOrg. Here's a sneak peek of Projectile Motion + CODAP for helping students rapidly collect and analyze data 📊
🔗 Live demo: codap.concord.org/releases/d…
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If you’re searching for a high quality #highschool bio program, look no further than BSCS Biology: Understanding for Life, which just received all-green ratings from @EdReports! bscs.org/bscs-biology @KendallHuntK12 #NGSSchat #BSCSBio
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The average age of school buildings in America is 42… there is no “war on mold” This is the fruit of the intentional under funding of public education
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Join @NMAAHC for a Career Conversation with astrophysicist Dr. Ron Gamble (@Dr_Gamble21) on September 1st at 2:00pm ET.
Submit questions/watch the interview: s.si.edu/3suWHry
Explore previous interviews with African American STEM professionals: s.si.edu/3OEjQiu.
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Are you looking for a new HS bio program? Check out BSCS Biology: Understanding for Life, which includes 4 units, each centered around a 21st century societal challenge. Ss are encouraged to “figure out” rather than “learn about” scientific phenomena. bscs.org/biology
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From: space
To: your school, library, or museum!
Educators, apply now to receive a sapling #MoonTree from seeds that flew beyond the Moon on Artemis I. Deadline is Oct. 6. Details via @NASASTEM: go.nasa.gov/45IMq9G
ALT Black trays containing five tree species saplings rest on a metal mesh table in a plant nursery-like area. Some of the saplings have needle-like leaves, while others have flat, wide leaves. All of them are a vibrant green. Credit: Forest Service/Kas Dumroese