MAGICAL SCHOOL BUSFLORIDA SUNSHINE STATE STANDARDS
Big Idea 5: Earth in Space and Time Humans continue to explore Earth’s place in space. Gravity and energy influence the formation of galaxies, including our Milky Way Galaxy, stars, the Solar System, and Earth. Humankind’s need to explore continues to lead to the development of knowledge and understanding of our Solar System.
Instructor: Sue Hutchinson SRN: 05610508081120 - June 30, 2008, Grades K-3: 8:30 –11:30am
Location: District Office-Community Room RESCHEDULED SRN: 05610508081125 - June 30, 2008, Grades 4-5: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Location: District Office-Community Room RESCHEDULED SRN: 05610508081130 - July 2, 2008, Grades 6-8: :00 pm – 4:00 pm - Science resource room, Palm Point SRN: 05610508081140 - July 7, 2008, Grades 4-5: 8:30 am – 11:30 am - Science resource room, Palm Point SRN: 05610508081214- July 7, 2008, Grades K-3: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm - Science resource room, Palm Point Science resource room, Palm Point
Big Idea 6: Earth Structures (Sue Hutchinson) Humans continue to explore the composition and structure of the surface of the Earth. External forces of energy have continuously altered the features of Earth by means of both constructive and destructive forces. All life, including human civilization, is dependent on Earth’s water and natural resources. Instructor: Sue Hutchinson SRN: 05610512080730 - July 1, 2008, Grades K-3: 8:30 am – 11:30 - Science resource room, Palm Point RESCHEDULED SRN: 05610512080731 - July 1, 2008, Grades 4-5: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm – Science resource room, Palm Point RESCHEDULED SRN: 05610512081200- July 3, 2008, Grades 6-8: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm – Science resource room, Palm Point SRN: 05610521081210 -July 8, 2008, Grades 4-5: 8:00 am – 11:30 am – Science resource room, Palm Point SRN: 05610521080737 - July 8, 2008, Grades K-3: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm – Science resource room, Palm Point SRN: 05610512080734 - July10, 2008, Grades 6-8: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm – Science resource room, Palm Point
Big Idea 7: Earth Systems and Patterns (Sue Hutchinson) Humans continue to explore the interactions among water, air, and land. Air and water are in motion that results in changing conditions that can be observed over time. Instructor: Sue Hutchinson SRN: 0561051208736 - July 7, 2008, Grades 4-5: 8:00 am – 11:30 am – Science resource room, Palm Point SRN: 05610512080738 - July 9, 2008, Grades 6-8: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm – Science resource room, Palm Point
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MSB LOCAL EXCURSIONS
Heathcote Botanical Gardens consists of an assortment of specialty gardens including a Japanese Garden, Reflection Garden, Herb Garden, Rainforest Display, Native Plants Garden and a Palm & Cycad Walk. These areas convey an atmosphere of individual garden rooms. Through this type of garden design, you will sense the intimacy of this unique botanical garden. Gracing the areas in between these specialty gardens are borders of flowering shrubs, bulbs, trees, vines and other assorted herbaceous plants. Niches found throughout the garden provide varied microclimates, which allows the use of a wide variety of plants ranging from those found in Mediterranean climates to the Tropics. - Heathcote Botanical Gardens Location: 210 Savannah Road, Fort Pierce, Florida 34982 Instructor: Staff SRN: 05610512080739- July 2, 2008, Grades K-5: 8:30 am – 10:30 am - Heathcote Botanical Gardens SRN: 05610512080740 - July 9, 2008, Grades 6-8: 8:30 am – 10:30 am
Presentations about the Indian River Lagoon and Coral Reef Ecosystem. Middle School 1 half day workshop / Limit 25 per workshop
Mangrove Buffet: There’s a whole ‘nother world to discover! Come check it out at Ft. Pierce Inlet State Park. This program is involves an Interactive discussion, a food web game, and a chance to go seining in the Indian River Lagoon! (An extra activity is ready if time permits.) You’ll get wet & dirty so, bring your oldest clothes & tennis shoes, sunscreen and a hat. Be prepared to have fun, get wet and see nature in a whole different way! We will meet at the Youth Camp. SRN: 05610512080741 - July 3, 2008, Grades K-5: 8:30 am – 10:30 am Instructor: Staff Location: Ft. Pierce Inlet State Park , Jack Island Preserve, Avalon State Park, 905 Shorewinds Drive, Ft. Pierce, FL 34949 (772) 519-2135 or (772) 468-3985
Greening of your Classrooms: Naturalist Robin Chappell will takes you through as series of how to green your classroom. She will also show how to compost in the classroom. SRN: 05610512080742- July 10, 2008, Grades k-8: 1:00pm-3:00pm Location: Mariposa in the MEDIA CENTER
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A Lesson study: Inquiry, learning, practice in Physical Science This unique program for middle school science teachers will take place in two separate sessions during the first two weeks in July. Dr. Larry Chew and his staff will take you through an innovative approach that will provide instruction in inquiry methods of teaching physical science and then will take a step further. You will go directly to the primary audience for inquiry learning by co-teaching classes with Dr. Chew in a local middle school enrichment camp. After learning a technique you will be given the opportunity to see it modeled and then to try a hand at it yourself. Coaching, reflections and follow up with Dr. Chew will all be part of the package.
SRN: 056105080881100– July 30, 2008 – July 3, 2008: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm at Southern Oaks Middle School Room 707. SRN: 05610508081115– July 7, 2008 – July 10, 2008: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm Location at Samuel Gaines School Building 5- Room 107.
Location will take place at two St. Lucie Middle Schools (TBA).
MOBILE SCIENCE EDUCATION ELEMENTARY Exploring Life and Environmental Education Concepts
Introducing Nature of Matter Concepts VIA kitchen Chemistry
Greetings attendees,
MIDDLE SCHOOL Making The Connection: Genuine Integrated Science In The Secondary Science Classroom
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MSB BIG EXCURSIONS
ANIMAL KINGDOM BEHIND THE SCENES - Backstage Safari CLICK HERE FOR UPDATES Find out what happens behind-the-scenes at Walt Disney World's incredible "New Species of Theme Park"! During this in-depth program, you'll get an insider's look at the innovative ways that we are meeting challenges in areas such as conservation, animal nutrition and medicine, animal care and behavioral studies. Highlights include visits to a backstage animal housing area, the Animal Nutrition Center, and the Conservation Station Veterinary Hospital. This program takes place completely behind the scenes - there may be no opportunity to view animals. Please note: no photos will be allowed in backstage areas. · PARTICIPANTS: K- 8 teachers. Due to its behind-the-scenes nature, participants must be ages 16 and over (photo ID required). · PROGRAM TIME: Program is 3 hours in length. · SPECIAL NEEDS: Programs typically include walking and moderate stair climbing. We can accommodate those with special needs with prior notice. Please notify us of special needs at least 24 hours prior to the program start time. Program is wheelchair accessible. SRN: 05610523081030 –July 21, 2008, Grades K-8: 6:00am-6:30 pm: Limit 150 participants The bus will leave at 6 am promptly. Please be there before 6 am. Instructor: Staff Location: Animal Kingdom, Orlando
EVERGLADES EXPERIENCE Everglades Adventure Updates Come Experience the Florida Everglades! You will get wet, you will get muddy, you will become completely immersed in an incredible experience. Learn about the myriad of environments at the Loxahatchee Wildlife Refuge by hiking, canoeing, slogging - what's slogging, well you have to come to find out! Local Scientists working in the Everglades will be your tour guide. Due to the sensitivity of the environment we are only allowing 80 participants. Groups will be split up and will participate in a four series workshop. Session 1 - The science behind Everglades restoration is keeping researchers busy at a unique outdoor laboratory: the Loxahatchee Impoundment Landscape Assessment (LILA) in Boynton Beach, Florida. LILA is a working 80-acre model of the Everglades ecosystem on the grounds of the Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge. This “living laboratory” gives experts an opportunity to research and apply restoration techniques on a small, controlled scale before taking them into the 1.7 million-acre Everglades ecosystem. The unique facility was built in 2003 as a partnership between the South Florida Water Management District, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. You will get an upclose look at this unique experiment. Session 2 - Canoeing: A guided tour through the everglades. You must have some canoeing experience. Session 3 - Cypress Swamp: Hike through the trail and learn your fern and lichens. Session 4 - Marsh Trail: Learn to ID Invertebrates, plants and birding with an Everglades Environmental Scientist. Set minnow traps and learn fish. Prepare to get wet, slimy and hot. Please bring wear the oldest clothes and close toed shoes, There is no hose, or change rooms available, please bring a compete change of clothes and towel, wear a bathing suit. Bring plenty of water, snacks and lunch. SRN: 05610523081020 –July 22, 2008, Grades K-8: Limit 80 participants - 6 am - 5:30pm Instructors: South Florida Everglades Scientists and Fish and Wildlife Managers Boynton Beach, FL PIGEON KEY - Pigeon Key Updates This is an overnight excursion. Attendees will learn about the marine ecosystem. Activities will include; lab activities, history boat excursion including snorkeling of local reefs, identification of marine flora and fauna. Participants will receive a marine collecting permit from the state. Shared lodging (bunk beds) and meals will be provided by Pigeon Key. Meet at district office for bus. SRN: - 05610504083000 - July 23-24, 2008, Grades 6-8: Limit 30 people Instructor: Park Staff Location: Pigeon Key
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