Canterbury Science Teachers Association
Things to check out
NIWA Canterbury-Westland Science Fair
When: Saturday 21st - Sunday 22nd September 2024 (21st Judging (am) and Public viewing (pm), 22nd Prize giving (11 am) and Public Viewing (am)).
Where: University of Canterbury, fair held in the Ernest Rutherford Building, prize giving in Central Lecture Block.
Who: Full fair of years 7-13.
Registrations: Close 23rd August at 5 pm.
There are two forms required:
School form- 1 completed per school with teacher contacts and entry conditions
Exhibit form- 1 form for each exhibit entered
You can check out the website for more information.
Date: 26th - 27th November
Venue: Burnside High School
PCT Days
This is a two-day course showcasing a number of practical activities that can be used with your junior & year 11 science classes. Lunch, morning tea and all resources are provided.
The course is open to:
- PCT teachers
- teachers returning to teaching after a long absence
- teachers new to teaching in New Zealand
There will be sessions covering Chemistry, Physics, Biology & Earth and Space Science.
This course is free for CSTA members. $30 per teacher for non-members.
Ara Y11Chemistry Competition
School's enter a team of three Year 11 students. In 60 minutes, each team works through practical exercises where they apply a range of tests to identify unknown compounds and a written “science in society” activity. A risk assessment can be provided to schools on request.
Ara's Annual Year 11 Chemistry Competition
Time: 6.45 pm – 9.00 pm
Date: Thursday 12 September
Location: Madras Street City Campus, Christchurch
Brief: You’ll be challenged to identify chemical compounds and explore other related topics to test your skills.
Registration link: https://www.ara.ac.nz/products/experience/exp0003-annual-year-11-chemistry-competition/
Pizza dinner is provided!
Please ensure that you email engagement@ara.ac.nz the teams you will be registering (2 team limit per school, 3 students per team). There is a maximum limit of 20 teams, so please register your teams as soon as possible to secure their place in the competition
Big Science!
This programme was created to engage curious young minds across Aotearoa New Zealand to undertake country-wide, collaborative research, highlighting the importance of scientific collaboration and the value of local communities in scientific activities. We launched the programme two weeks ago and over 200 participants have signed up so far.
BIG SCIENCE! participants can experiment with atoms and nanoscience, explore virtual reality labs, build their own instruments, measure and experiment with others, and investigate alongside real scientists.
Thanks to the 2022 Unlocking Curious Minds Fund from the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment, currently there is no cost for participants to join BIG SCIENCE!
Teach NZ Voluntary Bonding Scheme
Have you recently completed three consecutive years teaching? You could be eligible for a $10, 500 payment under the Teach NZ Voluntary Bonding Scheme
Science Teaching Leadership Programme 2024
2024 Applications live!
The Royal Society Te Apārangi is pleased to announce that applications and nominations for the Science Teaching Leadership Programme 2024 are now live!
The Science Teaching Leadership Programme supports the Government’s strategic direction for Science in Society by providing opportunities for primary and intermediate schools and secondary science departments to enhance the teaching of science within their school communities.
We are accepting applications for the first cohort starting in Term 1, 2024. Read more and apply now.
NCEA Accord Day August 22nd 2022
Resources from the day are available here.
