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Title Description Type Offerings
ACE Mentor Program Career Directions for Students in Architecture, Construction, or Engineering The ACE Mentor Program serves high school youth who are exploring careers in Architecture, Construction, or Engineering.The mentors are professionals from leading design and construction firms who volunteer their time and energy. The program is designed to engage, inform, and challenge youth. New York Chapters include Long Island, New York City, Utica, Buffalo, Capital District, Syracuse and Binghamton Career Websites
American Society of Heating,Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) Region 1 The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers advances the arts and sciences of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration to serve humanity and promote a sustainable world. Membership is open to any person associated with the field including indoor air quality, building design and operation, and environmental control for food processing and industry. Career Websites
Center for Nanoscale Systems Institute for Physics Teachers: Labs and Lending Library Teams of high school teachers and Cornell University scientists collaborate to develop hands-on inquiary-based labs. Currently there are 23 labs in PDF available for downloading by any teacher. Lesson Plans
Center for Nanoscale Systems Institute for Physics Teachers: Summer Program in Contemporary Physics The Institute is designed specifically for high school physics teachers and was created as an educational outreach program of the Cornell Center for Nanoscale Systems. The Institute's goals are: to update high school teachers on recent advances in physics and related applications and provide participants with take-home laboratory exercises designed to meet the time and budgetary constraints of a typical high school. These exercises are relevant to many aspects of the NYS Physics Core Curriculum. Deadline March 1,2009 Professional Development
Cornell Center for Materials Research (CCMR) Institute for Chemistry Teachers 2009 Through lectures by Cornell faculty, hands-on laboratory activities and research facility tours, teachers gain an appreciation for modern chemistry and learn about recent advances in the field. Major components of the course are hands-on laboratories, several of which are tailored to address the NYS Chemistry Core Curriculum. Professional Development
Cornell University CATALYST Program Cornell Association for the Technological Advancement of Learned Youth in Science and Technology (CATALYST) Program is a one-week summer residential program for rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors. CATALYST seeks to advance diversity in engineering and encourages members of groups underrepresented in the fields of math, science, and engineering (African American, Latino/a, or Native American) to apply. Application deadline is March 2, 2009. Summer Camps
  • 07/19/2009 to 07/25/2009
Cornell University CURIE Academy: For Girls Who Dream Big The CURIE Academy is a one-week summer residential program for high school girls who excel in math and science, enjoy solving problems, and want to learn more about careers in engineering. The next CURIE Academy will be held in July 2010. Summer Camps
Cornell University Center for Advanced Computing Math and Science Gateway The Math and Science Gateway provides links to resources in mathematics and science for educators and students in grades 9 to12, although teachers of other levels may find these materials helpful. Teaching materials, flash cards, homework help, mini lessons, applications and more are located here. Teacher Materials
Cornell University Institute for Biotechnology and Life Science Technologies The Institute for Biotechnology and Life Science Technologies serves as a focal point for bringing together university scientists conducting research in the biological and physical sciences. It embraces education, training and research in advanced technologies and their application to societal needs, using basic principles in physics, chemistry and engineering. A major role is to promote the education and training of biologists, engineers, agricultural personnel, and medical scientists. Career Websites
Cornell University Laboratory for Elementary-Particle Physics Rural Schools, Local Knowledge, and Classroom Science Engage in hands-on activities that focus on science and engineering in the context of rural life. We will utilize innovative science engineering curricula - Engineering is Elementary (EiE), Engineering the Future and Cornell Environmental Inquiry (EI) - as models for implementing inquiry-based science and engineering activities in grade 3-10 classrooms. Curriculum
  • 07/06/2009 to 07/08/2009
Cornell University Nanobiotechnology Center Summer Internship Program for High School Students The High School Student Internship Program at Cornell University Nanobiotechnology Center immerses rising high school juniors and seniors in a 4 week nanobiotechnology experience. The Nanobiotechnology Center is a National Science Foundation funded Science and Technology Center. Research at the center seeks to address biological problems by applying the tools and tecniques used in the microelectronics industry. Research spans all disciplines, from chemistry to biology to engineering and physics. Students actively participate in designing and fabricating devices. As part of this experience, you gain skills and understanding in the new field of nanobiotechnology. Internships
  • 07/12/2009 to 08/08/2009
Cornell University Nanobiotechnology Institute for Teachers The Nanobiotechnology Institute for Teachers immerses biology, chemistry, physics, and technology teachers in a one-week research experience at Cornell University. Teachers actively participate in research within the center, gaining skills and understanding in the new field of nanobiotechnology. Participants also test drive curriculum modules for their classrooms. Professional Development
Cornell University Tri-Sci Club Tri-Sci Club is organized by Nanobiotechnology Center(NBTC) at Cornell to stimulate girls' interest in science and engineering. It provides role models for girls interested in science and engineering careers and encourages interscholastic interactions between girls with similar interests and abilities. Games & Activities
Cornell University's Shoals Marine Laboratory: Marine Environmental Science Marine Environmental Studies focus is on coastal marine habitats, with an emphasis on issues as they relate to global habitats and concerns. Laboratory exercises and field work include explorations along Appledore's rocky intertidal zone, and excursions to neighboring islands to observe harbor seal and seabird colonies.Foundamental scientific research methods and equipment are introduced, and each student has the opportunity to be involved in group research projects while earning 4 Cornell credits. Workshops
  • 08/06/2007 to 08/20/2007
Department of Environmental Conservation Website 2009 The mission of the Department of Environmental Conservation is to "conserve, improve, and protect New York's natural resources and environment". The department offers a variety of environmental workshops in various locations in NYS that can be searched via its website. Workshops
Immunity and You Curriculum We all get sick sometimes and then we get better. Immunity and You, a Practical Guide to the Immune System is an immunology curriculum with integrated laboratory modules created by teachers and scientists working together. Curriculum
Invention Convention 2009 This New York statewide invention education program for public and private school students in grades K8 goal is to stimulate the development of students' creativity and imaginations, thereby building a new generation of American inventors using scientific problem solving as well as creative thinking. Games & Activities
Kopernik Talent Search (KTS) 2009 The Kopernik Space Education Center offers a sequence of K12 programs for students highly interested in science and technology through the Kopernik Talent Search (KTS). KTS encourages young people to work and to think like scientists as they explore the world around them. Kopernik students discover the excitement of hands on learning at one of the best K12 science lab complexes available. Games & Activities
Link Summer Science Explorations Link Summer Science Explorations introduces students to hands-on, high-tech science, and provides the opportunity to learn about various aspects of astronomy. Applications are due by April 20, 2009 (later applications will be considered if space is available). Summer Camps
  • 07/05/2009 to 07/11/2009
  • 08/03/2009 to 08/07/2009
  • 08/10/2009 to 08/14/2009
  • 07/12/2009 to 07/18/2009
  • 07/19/2009 to 07/25/2009
  • 07/06/2009 to 07/10/2009
  • 07/26/2009 to 08/01/2009
  • 07/27/2009 to 07/31/2009
  • 07/20/2009 to 07/24/2009
  • 07/13/2009 to 07/17/2009
New York Agriculture in the Classroom Lesson Plans New York Agriculture in the Classroom Lessons address concepts in language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies using the food and fiber system as a theme. Lessons include teacher instructions, student activities, worksheets, answer keys, puzzles, and games. Lesson Plans
Plant Genomics Classroom Resources and Activities Boyce Thompson Institute, Cornell University and the Curriculum Development Workshop developed plant based classroom activities. They are formatted to be ready to use for the classroom, with appropriate hand outs and teacher background information. Lesson Plans
Research Experience for Teachers (RET) I and II 2009 This six-week program provides middle and high school science teachers with the opportunity to work with researchers and equipment at the cutting edge of materials innovation and discovery. Utilizing laboratories that specialize in electron and optical microscopy, ion beam analysis, polymer characterization, and x-ray diffraction, teachers work together to develop a solution to a specific research question. The final week of the program is devoted to formulating new curriculum for practical use. Professional Development
School Programs at Kopernik Teachers, design your own program. You may combine any of the activities to suit your needs. All programs involve students in the science inquiry process and help students ?think and work as scientists?. All Kopernik programs meet the New York State and Pennsylvania State standards for Math, Science and Technology. Lesson Plans
Sciencenter Sciencenter inspires people of all ages and backgrounds to discover the excitement of science through exhibits and programs that promote learning through interaction. Games & Activities
Sciencenter Chemistry Experiments Chemistry Experiments are ideal for kids ages 5 through 12 and can be completed in the classroom or museum setting. The children can investigate the properties of chemicals to solve puzzles or challenges, such as "Fruit Juice Mystery" and "Disappearing Stains." Lesson Plans
The New York State Middle School Association (NYSMSA) 29th Annual Conference The 29th Annual Conference of the New York State Middle School Association will be held in Watkins Glen on October 22-24, 2009. Workshops
  • 10/22/2009 to 10/24/2009
Waterman School Programs Waterman School Programs are dedicated to offering the teacher the most energetic, concise and informative school programs to supplement classes. The programs aligned with Mathematics, Science and Technology Standard 4 include Butterflies, What's Happening - Fall and Spring, Sense of Wonder, Habitats of Waterman and more. Teacher Materials