Have you heard of the International Science and Engineering Fair? More than 1,800 students from around the world compete for nearly $6 million in awards. Society for Science hosts this incredible event and we've invited Sharon Snyder to tell you all about how to get your students involved.
Sharon Snyder | Manager of International Fairs and Volunteer Recruitment - Society for Science
Notes and Resources:
International Science and Engineering Festival
Sign up to Volunteer or Interpreter
Apply to Judge
More Information? Here is the Volunteer Flyer
Questions? Contact them at: ISEFvolunteer@societyforscience.org
The Thermo Fisher Scientific Junior Innovators Challenge
Regeneron Science Talent Search (STS). STS has identified future leaders in STEM since 1942. High school seniors living in the United States, and US citizens living abroad, who have completed independent research projects are encouraged to apply online for the chance to win up to $250,000!. Applications are open now!
The Advocate Program supports educators mentoring underrepresented students in STEM fields and helping students find and compete in science research competitions.
SCIENCE NEWS LEARNING
Science News Learning brings Science News magazine and supplementary educator guides to almost 5,000 high schools across the U.S. and worldwide, transforming how students and educators interact with current science, reaching teachers and students across the country.
RESEARCH TEACHERS CONFERENCES
The Society hosts two annual research teachers conferences, one for middle school teachers and one for high school teachers, bring together science research teachers for what one participant called “the best professional development experience of my career.”
Middle school: https://www.societyforscience.org/outreach-and-equity/middle-school-research-teachers-conference/
High school: https://www.societyforscience.org/outreach-and-equity/high-school-research-teachers-conference/
STEM RESEARCH GRANTS
STEM Research Grants help teachers expand and enhance independent research programs for students.
STEM ACTION GRANTS
These grants provide catalytic funds for innovative organizations that support community-based STEM projects.