InterChange Newsletter

 

In This Issue:

Announcing the 2012 Dockeray Scholarship Winners

 

Three Mary Jane Dockeray Scholarships were awarded for 2012.  The scholarship winners are Ryan Kuesel from West Ottawa High School, Sophie Scholtz from Grand Haven High School, and Jessica Wojczak from Grand Rapid Catholic Central High School. 


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May 2012


Volume 19, Number 4

From the Regional Math & Science Center at Grand Valley State University

Our Vision: Math and Science:
Excitement in Learning for Success in Living

Our Mission: Provide and coordinate leadership, programs and services to achieve excellence for all in the teaching, learning and application of mathematics and science

Enroll Now for the Next Generation Science Standards Public Review
K-12 teachers and administrators are invited to participate in the first public review of the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). 

Register for Facilitator Training for Michigan’s Integrated Mathematics Initiative (Mi)2
The course “Enhancing Mathematics Instruction for Students with Learning Difficulties: Algebraic Expressions and Equations (Grade 6-8)” is designed for teams of teachers.

Science Teachers Being Sought for New PLC!
Teachers interested in forming a PLC (Professional Learning Community) across grade level and school lines don’t need to look any further!

Van Andel Education Institute Offering Science on Saturday
The Van Andel Education Institute will be offering Science on Saturday, May 19, 2012, from 12:30 – 2 pm. 

Target Inquiry Program at Grand Valley State University: Deadline Extended to May 31
Don’t miss out on this exciting and funded professional development opportunity at GVSU.

Plan to Attend the Michigan Joint Education Conference
The Michigan Joint Education Conference was created to establish an opportunity for teachers and administrators to experience sessions integrating highly relevant information from several curriculums.

Van Andel Education Institute Offers Workshop on Student-Centered and Inquiry Based Labs
The Van Andel Education Institute will be offering Transitioning to Student-Centered, Inquiry-Based Labs, on Monday, June 18, 2012 through Friday, June 22, 2012 from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. each day. 

Save the Date for Fall Science Update!
The 28th annual Fall Science Update Seminar hosted by the Regional Math and Science Center at Grand Valley State University (GVSU) will be held this coming fall on Wednesday, November 14, 2012.

Sign Up for Free Flinn Lab Safety Online Courses
Online Flinn Science Safety courses, for middle or high school, are now being offered for SB-CEU's through the Michigan Math and Science Center Network.

Calendar of Events

Science and Math Update
Grand Valley faculty contribute insights into current science and mathematics topics through these provocative, in-depth articles.