[CharterSchools] Grants, webinars and other items for science and stem teachers

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The Science Matters network is a vehicle for information dissemination and communication. Through the electronic network, STEM teachers and their partners become aware of professional development opportunities, science resource materials, and funding programs within their area, region, state, and/or at the national level. State partners may submit information by sending to jam05 at bellsouth.net. If you have questions or comments, contact Jean, Louisiana State Coordinator, LSTA/NSTA Science Matters Network.
Happy 50th Anniversary of Earth Day Wednesday April 22Please regularly visit the LSTA Face Book page to find information on opportunities andresources as they are announced.
Complimentary LSTA MembershipLSTA understands how difficult these times are for science educators. We want to show that weare with you by doing our part to provide information about as many resources and opportunitiesthat will help to alleviate some of the strain you may be feeling. Please click the link below to fillout an online form to register for your complimentary membership toLSTA (*effective now until February 28, 2021).https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfp4W0AAKZ5Q871-xCFxZMZR976BVMPgHOLpBsqXG_4g3OECA/viewform?usp=sf_link
NSTA is here to help30-day NSTA membership.To support all educators during this difficult time, NSTA is offering a free 30-day membership,providing you with access to more than 12,000 digital professional learning resources andtools. Simply create an account here and start developing your own personalized digital learningexperience.
The Daily Do is one of the ways NSTA is supporting teachers and families with this endeavor.Each weekday, NSTA will share a sensemaking task teachers and families can use to engagetheir students in authentic, relevant science learning. We encourage families to make time forfamily science learning (science is a social process!) and are dedicated to helping students andtheir families find balance between learning science and the day-to-day responsibilities theyhave to stay healthy and safe.https://www.nsta.org/dailydo/Special RequestPlease complete the International Safety Survey for ITEEA*. We are trying to get as manyresponses as possible so we can make informed updates to ITEEA’s safety recommendationsand the data that is available to states and school systems.Once the survey closes on May 15th, an extract the overall results specific to Louisiana will beavailable. This survey has been approved by Penn State University’s Research Ethics Board.Here is the Iink directly to the survey– https://pennstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cRNRCe2so8AgS1fHere is the link to the ITEEA press release about the survey- https://www.iteea.org/News/282/173729.aspx*INTERNATIONAL TECHNOLOGY AND ENGINEERING EDUCATORS ASSOCIATIONInformation on the items below is found below the list.
Grants and AwardsSeimen’s Possibility GrantsVOYA Unsung Heroes AwardSeaWorld and Busch Gardens Conservation GrantThe Lawrence Foundation Grants
Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching STEM Grants
Brown Foundation Service Learning Grants
Dreyfus Foundation Educational Grants
Harbor Freight Tools for Schools Prize for Teaching Excellence
NAGT’s Outstanding Earth Science Teacher Awards
Dollar General Literacy Foundation Youth Literacy Grants
ASM Materials Education Foundation
NSTA Awards and GrantsWorkshopsFREE Materials Camp for Teachers, UNO, June 22-26Student OpportunitiesAPI-DELTA Chapter 2020-21Scholarship for graduating seniorsLDWF Louisiana Natural and Scenic Rivers System photo contest LEEC Art & Language Arts Contest Deadline Extended June 15 Louisiana Duck Stamp Contest Announced Deadline OctoberResourcesGULF Research Program VideosLouisiana Art & Science Museumvirtual-lasm.orgEducational gaming
Texas Instruments
LPB
Kids Discover
UCARs Discover Earth From Home hands2mindAnimal and Environment webcams Saints and Pelicans Activity BooksUpcoming EventsNational Park Week, April 18-26
National Environmental Education Week, April 20-24 KLB Invites You to "Love the Boot" at Home April 20-26National DNA Day April 25
| Grants and AwardsSiemens Possibility Grant — Enter the Possibility Grant Sweepstakes for your chance to win STEM funding at your school! “Fab” your lab with the latest and greatest gadgets, or purchase top-tier technology and supplies for STEM students. The deadline is April 28.VOYA Unsung Heroes AwardGrants are given to K-12 educators using new teaching methods and techniques that improve learning. Full-time teachers, principals, paraprofessionals, or classified staff at accredited K–12 |
| schools are eligible. Applicants describe projects they have initiated or would like to pursue. Each project is judged on its innovative method, creativity, and ability to positively influence the |


| students.
Each year, 50 finalists are selected to receive a $2,000 grant, payable to both the winning teacher and his or her school. At least one grant is awarded in each of the 50 states, provided at least one qualified application was received from each state. Of the 100 finalists, three are |
| selected for additional financial awards: $25,000 for first place; $10,000 for second place; and $5,000 for third place. The application deadline is April 30. https://corporate.voya.com/corporate-responsibility/community-investment/childrens- education/voya-unsung-heroes  |

SeaWorld and Busch Gardens Conservation GrantThese grants go to students, teachers, researchers, and others working at the grassroots level to preserve and protect the environment. Funds are available for conservation education, species research, habitat protection, and animal rescue and rehabilitation. Most grants range between $10,000 and $25,000. Grant applications received by November 30 are considered for support in the first two quarters of the following year. Deadline April 30. https://swbg- conservationfund.org/grant-seekers/The Lawrence Foundation GrantsThe foundation awards these grants to organizations, including public schools and libraries, that support the environment, human services, disaster relief, and other causes. Both program and operating grants are available. The average grant amount ranges from $5,000 to $10,000. Deadline April 30 https://thelawrencefoundation.org/application-processPresidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST)Any K-6 teacher still interested in applying for PAEMST may do so. All the teacher needs to do is begin the application and confirm eligibility by May 1. Teachers do not need to be nominated now or previously they are allowed to begin the application process once they complete the eligibility file. www.paemst.orgSTEM GrantOpen to all nonprofit & schools that offer K-12 STEM Programming to the youth in their community. In 1500 words or less, explain your organization and the program you offer or want to offer. Awardees will receive up to $7500 to be used by September 1. 2021. Use the online application to submit your information. Deadline May 1https://www.colocationamerica.com/stem- grant?utm_source=STEM+Educators&utm_campaign=cf0fa4266a-
EMAIL_CAMP AIGN_2020_02_27_02_34&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_5033970239 - cf0fa4266a-572410063Brown Foundation Service Learning GrantsService Learning Award Application is online and available for grades K-12, to all elementary, middle, junior high and high schools in Louisiana and Mississippi. We highly suggest that all new teachers attend a service learning workshop to learn more about service learning and the application process. See our listing of current workshops, or contact us to tailor a workshop for your school! Funded schools receive $1000 for participatingApplications for the 2020-2021 school year are due by 4:00 p.m. Thursday, May 7.Dreyfus Foundation Educational GrantsThe Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation, Inc., funds schools; educational and skills training projects; environmental and wildlife protection activities; community-based nonprofit organizations; museums; cultural, performing, and visual arts programs; hospitals; andprograms for youth, seniors, and persons with disabilities. Applications are being accepted from across the United States. Average award amounts are $1,000–$20,000. The deadline is May 10https://www.mvdreyfusfoundation.org/
Harbor Freight Tools for Schools Prize for Teaching ExcellenceThe award recognizes outstanding skilled trades educators and programs in public high schools in the United States. Three first-place prizes of $100,000 will be awarded, with $70,000 going to the public high school skilled trades program and $30,000 going to the individual skilled trades teacher or teacher teams behind the winning application. Fifteen second-place winners will each be awarded $50,000, with $35,000 to the public high school program and $15,000 to the teacher or teacher team. Deadline May 13 https://hftforschoolsprize.org/
NAGT’s Outstanding Earth Science Teacher AwardsThese National Association of Geoscience Teachers awards are given for exceptional contributions to the stimulation of interest in the Earth sciences at the pre-college level. Any teacher or other K-12 educator who covers a significant amount of Earth science content with their students is eligible. Ten national finalists are selected, one from each NAGT regional section. Some sections also recognize state winners. Individuals may apply themselves or nominate a colleague for the award. Deadline May 15. https://nagt.org/nagt/awards/oest.htmlDollar General Literacy Foundation Youth Literacy Grants Deadline May 21These grants provide funding to schools, public libraries, and nonprofit organizations to help students who are below grade level or experiencing difficulty reading. The maximum grant amount is $4,000. Grant funding is provided to assist in the following areas:
• Implementing new or expanding existing literacy programs• Purchasing new technology or equipment to support literacy initiatives • Purchasing books, materials or software for literacy program https://www.dgliteracy.org/#youth-literacy-grantsThe National Science Teachers Association has many awards with a variety of categories. Many include incentives to support educators attending the National Conference or the National Congress in the summer. For more information go to: http://www.nsta.org/about/awards.aspx Several classroom grants are also available at: http://www.nsta.org/publications/calendar/WorkshopFREE Materials Camp for Teachers, UNO, June 22-26WHO SHOULD ATTEND? • Middle school and high school teachers with an interest in science, engineering, and industrial/career and technical education. • Pre-service science teachers WHY ATTEND? • Engage in hands-on, low-cost activities that you can integrate into your classroom immediately. • Help your students discover career opportunities in science and engineering, and meet practicing engineers. • Strong connection to LSSS. NO CHARGE, A   ASM Materials Education Foundation K-12 Classroom Projects Awards—Living in a material world The foundation will award $500 for hands-on, curriculum-based K-12 projects that involve student observation, communications, mathematics, and sciences skill to enhance awareness of materials around us. Deadline May 25.NSTA Awards and Grants $1,200 VALUE (Made possible through generous donations to the ASM Materials Education Foundation https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2WQ95G5Student OpportunitiesAPI-DELTA CHAPTER SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION 2020-2021 Students must be from oneof these Parishes to be considered: Jefferson, Orleans, St Tammany, St Bernard, Plaquemines,Lafourche, St Charles and Terrebonne. The goal of the API - Delta Chapter scholarshipprogram is to help students of exceptional promise reach their full potential through education.Scholarships are awarded for a wide variety of experiences, career goals and higher educationplans However, emphasis is giving to those pursuing a career in petroleum industry and thesciences.Each scholarship will be paid directly to the College or University of the applicant’s choice. Thescholarships are non-renewable, but students can re-apply every school year.  Applicant mustbe recommended by a member in good standing of the API-Delta Chapter. Applicant can be a high school senior or one who is currently attending a four- yearaccredited college, working towards a Bachelor or Master’s degree. Applicant must be a full-time student with a minimum of 12 semester hours. Applicant must have a minimum overall GPA of 2.5Deadline is May 15LDWF Louisiana Natural and Scenic Rivers System photo contest. As part of its celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Scenic Rivers System, LDWF is holding a photo contest open to all photographers, including a division exclusively for youth.
The contest is to promote the beauty of Louisiana's designated natural and scenic rivers. All photographs must be taken within the boundaries of the state. Photos should portray thewildlife, fisheries, natural habitats or recreational opportunities Louisiana's natural and scenic rivers provide. Professional and amateur photographers are eligible. There is also a youth category for anyone 15 or younger. For more information and to enter, go to https://www.wlf.louisiana.gov/page/myscenicriver. To see a list and a map of Louisiana’s Scenic Rivers, go to https://www.wlf.louisiana.gov/page/scenic-rivers-descriptions-and-map.Deadline June 1.LEEC Art & Language Arts Contest Deadline ExtendedThe 2020 LEEC Student Environmental Awareness Art and Language Arts Contest will feature the theme “Take it Outside Explore Nature’s Classroom.” Postmark deadline June 15. https://www.louisianabelieves.com/docs/default-source/links-for-newsletters/2020-arts- language-arts-contest.pdf?sfvrsn=e39d9a1f_2Louisiana Duck Stamp Contest AnnouncedMottled duck will be the featured species for 2021 Louisiana Waterfowl Conservation Stamp, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) announced. The rules and timeframe of the contest, also known as the Louisiana Duck Stamp competition, were released Monday, March 16 by LDWF. Entries will be accepted from Oct. 19-Oct. 27, 2020. https://www.wlf.louisiana.gov/news/mottled-duck-to-be-featured-species-for-ldwfs-2021- louisiana-waterfowl-conservation-stamp-competitionResources   GULF Research Program VideosThe blowout of the Macondo well on April 20, 2010 killed eleven workers on the Deepwater Horizon drilling rig and seriously injured 16 others. The National Academy of Science Gulf Research Program (GRP) was born out of this tragedy. As part of a legal settlement with the companies involved, $500 million was put into a fixed endowment to be spent over 30 years on science-based research to improve offshore energy safety, protect the environment, and enhance the health and resilience of Gulf communities.https://www.nap.edu/resource/other/grp/interactive/lasm.org/Educational gamingSimulations and games http://eo.ucar.edu/games/ Compilation of physics games http://www.physicsgames.net/Environmental games https://games.noaa.gov/Keep Louisiana Beautiful Environmental Education Resourceshttps://www.virtual-A new set of videos brings into focussome of the many research projects the GRP has funded in its first 5 years.Louisiana Art & Science Museum has recently launched virtual-lasm.org, an online resourcefor educators, schoolchildren, and parents that includes art and science activities, videos, andmore, organized by grade level! I hope that this resource can help educate and entertain youwith at home art and science activities during this time and beyond.Keep Louisiana Beautiful has created K-5 environmental education lesson plans and activities that focus on litter, pollution, recycling, and environmental stewardship to protect our watershed and the Gulf. These resources are available for download, complete with lesson plans, activity sheets, and student standards for both formal and non-formal educators (parents, troop leaders, etc.). https://keeplouisianabeautiful.org/programs-events2/environmental-education/Texas InstrumentsAs schools transition to remote learning, we are pleased to offer all teachers and students free, six-month software licenses for the following
TI-SmartView CE emulator software of the TI-84 Plus graphing family
TI-SmartView for MathPrint calculators (TI-30XS/TI-34-Multiview scientific calculators TI-Nspire CX and TI-Nspire CX CAS Student SoftwareTI-Nspire CX Premium Teacher Softwarehttps://education.ti.com/en/software/update/free-ti-software-license-teacherKids DiscoverIndividual Teacher AccessUCAR's Help K-12 Students Learn About Earth from Home collection highlights educational games and simulations, videos, short articles, and online books about Earth and atmospheric LPB Through launches the “At Home” learning page, teachers and families can access freevideos, apps and games for children, LPB’s broadcast schedules, the free Bright byText parenting tip messaging service, access to LPB LearningMedia and DiscoveryEducation for educators and families, and links to award-winning PBS Digital Studios videoslike “Crash Course,” “Deep Look,” “It’s OK to Be Smart,” and more.If you are looking to gain immediate access for both you and your students, and do not need access for your entire school, we are offering 3 months of free access to Kids Discover Online effective immediately using a Coupon Code.  science. There are also links to citizen science projects and classroom activities that will work well for K-12 students learning from home. https://scied.ucar.edu/help-k-12-students-learn- about-earth- home?utm_source=UCARSciEd+%2F+UCARConnect&utm_campaign=e7f4973a4e - EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_21_08_20&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_ac2bdeb744 - e7f4973a4e-139608033: https://www.hand2mind.com/resources/videos Free lessons: https://www.hand2mind.com/brands/learning-at-home &**Virtual Manipulatives 30 Day free download: https://www.brainingcamp.com/hand2mind/ Here's a whole collection of animal and environment webcams; you are "there"!https://explore.org/livecams/Upcoming EventsNational Park Week, April 18-26Celebrate all that America’s more than 400 national parks have to offer. From diverse wildlife and iconic landscapes to vibrant culture and rich history, our National Park System has something for everyone. Attend special events in person and online. During this event and throughout the year, the National Park Service hosts a Junior Ranger program, designed to engage children with their national parks. Children complete activity books that lead them through the park, teaching them about science and nature along the way. Afterward, students present their booklets to a ranger to earn a patch or badge and a certificate. You’ll also find curriculum for making a national park a “living classroom” and information on park-related professional development. https://www.nationalparks.org/our-work/campaigns-initiatives/national-park-weekNational Environmental Education Week, April 20-24
Join a national network of educators and organizations dedicated to increasing the environmental knowledge of K-12 students. This year, NEEF is launching the updated “Greening STEM” toolkit, which helps educators use the natural environment and real-world challenges to engage learners and deliver high-quality STEM education. NEEF will also have updated environmental education (EE) resources, infographics, and reading lists. Educators who register (at no charge) for EE Week will be able to take advantage of these resources.https://www.neefusa.org/education/eeweekKLB Invites You to "Love the Boot" at HomeAlthough Love the Boot Week events scheduled April 20 to 26 have been canceled, Keep Louisiana Beautiful will remain a resource for anyone seeking ways to build and sustain vibrant, clean communities. Love the Boot has transitioned into a statewide media campaign encouraging residents to Love the Boot at Home.National DNA Day April 25    hands2mindThe teach at home website https://www.hand2mindathome.com/ has STEM activities and daily videos by Brooke Brown   Saints activities: https://www.neworleanssaints.com/fans/activity-book and the Pelicans activities: https://www.nba.com/pelicans/new-orleans-pelicans-activity-book. National Park websites; here's a site from which to venture out--https://www.nps.gov/subjects/npscelebrates/find-your-virtual-park.htm  Every year in April, the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) honors the completion of the Human Genome Project (in April 2003) and the discovery of DNA's double helix. The DNA Day website offers free genetic education resources for teachers. These include lesson plans and hands-on learning tools, as well as a DNA Day Starter Kit for hosting your own events. https://www.genome.gov/dna-day
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New Orleans, Louisiana 70115
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