Posts by Katie Fenton
Highline School District Successfully Pilots OpenSciEd High School Biology!
Highline School District Successfully Pilots OpenSciEd High School Biology! Highline School District Successfully Pilots OpenSciEd High School Biology Here’s some end-of-year good news and a reason to celebrate from Washington State! With the support of Activate Learning, Highline School District has successfully piloted the OpenSciEd high school biology curriculum and is moving forward with a full adoption.…
Read MoreDrop the Mic: A Classroom Science Poetry Slam Students Will Love
Drop the Mic: A Classroom Science Poetry Slam Students Will Love🎤 [Image: Harding Academy hosts live poetry performance event for grades K-6 featuring original poems created by students. CREDIT: Harding Academy] Engage Students in New and Creative Ways with a Classroom Science Poetry Slam! Looking for ideas and inspiration for end-of-year classroom activities? Try a…
Read MoreEstablishing a Baseline of Science Communication Skills for Middle and High School Students
Establishing a Baseline of Science Communication Skills for Middle and High School Students [PHOTO: 6 TH grade students ask thoughtful questions, create a Driving Question Board, and explore how their questions are related to each other (OpenSciEd). CREDIT: @gretchenmilary / X] Quick Take: This blog post explores the urgent need to equip students with science…
Read MoreGratitude for Unsung Heroes: Inspiration and Ideas for Celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week 2024 and Beyond 💐
Gratitude for Unsung Heroes: Inspiration and Ideas for Celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week 2024 and Beyond 💐 Quick Take: Looking for ideas for Teacher Appreciation Week? Teacher Appreciation Week is a time to honor the profound impact educators have on our lives and society. This post explores the history of the celebration and offers a variety…
Read MoreWrap Up the School Year with These Fun Science Observance Days in May!
Wrap Up the School Year with These Fun Science Observance Days in May!🔬 Celebrating Science and Engaging Students with Fascinating Science Observance Days As we enter the last stretch of the 2024 school year, the beach, sun, and fun of summer break are just around the corner! 🌞🏖️ To celebrate the final full month of…
Read MoreWhat is a Community of Practice and How Does It Support 3-Dimensional Science Curriculum Adoption?
What is a Community of Practice and How Does It Support 3-Dimensional Science Curriculum Adoption? Quick Take: A Community of Practice (CoP) provides a collaborative framework for teachers navigating the transition to a NGSS-aligned, 3-dimensional curriculum. By fostering peer-to-peer learning, sharing best practices, and building leadership skills, CoPs can empower science teachers to implement curriculum…
Read MoreDO Look Up: Preparing for the 2024 Solar Eclipse with OpenSciEd and Free Teaching Resources
DO Look Up: Preparing for the 2024 Solar Eclipse with OpenSciEd and Free Teaching Resources [1,500 people gather at Iowa State Capital to watch the 2017 eclipse. CREDIT: Des Moines Register] Solar Eclipse Free Teaching Resources 2024 As April 8, 2024 approaches, excitement builds for one of the most awe-inspiring celestial events: a total solar…
Read MoreThe Personal Touch: Meet the Professional Learning Dream Team Redefining Teacher Support
The Personal Touch: Meet the Professional Learning Dream Team Redefining Teacher Support Quick Take: Recent research reveals challenges educators face with professional learning today. Activate Learning’s Professional Learning Team pioneers a personalized approach that empowers science educators to confidently implement 3-dimensional curricula and create inclusive, engaging classrooms. The team focuses on using high-quality curricula, facilitating…
Read MoreActivating OpenSciEd at Home: Resources and Tips for Parent Engagement in Science Education
Activating OpenSciEd at Home: Resources and Tips for Parent Engagement in Science Education Educators, share these resources to support parent engagement in science with your students’ families to support science learning at home and strengthen the bridge between home and school! Empowering Parents and Caregivers, Empowers Students Parent participation in children’s science education is well-documented…
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