WSTA Annual Conference 3-Dimensional Learning in the Tricities

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Welcome! Thank you for taking time out of your schedule to come to Pasco and attend the WSTA Conference at our beautiful Chiawana High School. We are excited that you are furthering your knowledge of science by attending this conference. I hope you enjoy the presenters as well as the many amenities that the area has to offer. --Bryan Meredith, Vice-Principal, Chiawana High School

Welcome to the Tri Cities, talented science educators of Washington State! We are very excited you have chosen to attend and participate in our 2017 WSTA Science Conference! You will be pleased to know the sessions being offered are focused on highly engaging STEM teaching and learning. As such, we are working to ensure that most if not all of your clock hours for attendance at this science conference will qualify for STEM clock hours, helping to fulfil your requirement for professional and continuing teacher certification set forth by OSPI beginning in 2019. Please enjoy your WSTA Science Conference experience knowing you will gain STEM knowledge and strategies, broaden your network of highly effective science educators, and learn about our unique area of Washington State as you attend informative field trips. --Mary Wise, WSTA 2017 Conference Chair and WSTA Board Member for Region 2.

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6 7 Entertainment Guide Jazz Romagossa Blú Steve- (509) 366-6682 or Richland School District Cascade Clarinets & Sax Quartet Doug- (509) 545-4506 Steve Aagaard, Communications Manager Dave Clark- (509) 967-9347 “It’s the Music, Baby.” This bunch of guys not (509) 967-6008 This chamber group quartet plays classical and only play some great music, they also have a [email protected] light jazz. Available for weddings, banquets, great time entertaining the audience with their Jazz bands, jazz choirs, concert choirs, small private parties, and cocktail hours. energetic style. They play for many events instrumental groups and soloists at the second- throughout the Tri-Cities Region and are a sure ary level and we have marimba bands and steel *Columbia Basin College Jazz Band bet for enjoyable entertainment. drum bands at the elementary level. Randy Hubbs- (509) 547-0511 2600 N. 20th, Pasco, WA 993301 Smooth As Jazz Wayman Chapman Entertainment Big Band Jazz! A mixture of traditional tunes Smooth as Jazz- (509) 946-7669, Wayman Chapman- 509-833-5820 from the swing era as well as more contem- Smoothasj@hotmailcom [email protected] porary styles. Can perform from late October Smooth As Jazz is your one man band times P.O. Box 861, Yakima, 98907, (509) 833-9369 through the end of May. two providing elegance on a budget. A duo www.waymanchapman.com that takes you on a magical ride intermingling Wayman is a versatile musician who can per- Dance to Pazz the smooth sounds of neo-soul, pop, rock and fectly set the desired tone for any event. He has Ron Pasma- (509) 586-3113 jazz. Providing the atmosphere of love and always drawn a crowd and impressed listeners Dinner or dancing music. Jazz, blues, and rock romance to any party or event. with his outstanding musical ability and the & roll. He will soothe you while you eat and upbeat mood that he creates. Mr. Chapman rock & roll you with 50’s through 90’s music for Spotted Owl Jazz Band is a very charismatic person and he brings this dancing. Dave Clark- (509) 967-9347 magnetism with him everywhere he performs Eight piece Dixieland swing band. It is a fun his music. Those who are lucky enough to hear Dina Blade group that has played at Horn Rapids, wineries him play, often leave with the great feeling that (206) 524-8283 and a variety of functions including outdoors. Wayman enjoyed their company as much as www.dinablade.com they enjoyed his. Internationally acclaimed Classic Jazz Vocalist, Swing Unlimited with “a relaxed style, a spark of dynamism, Larry Bunch- (509) 943-0668 or Sally O’Neal Piano and a unique ability to bring music to life that Coates- (509) 946-1869 has made her an adored favorite of audiences An 18-piece dance band with a large repertoire Amy Jepsen everywhere.” of 40s style “Glen Miller” music, plus show (541) 676-5244 tunes and miscellaneous hits of the 50s through Heppner, Oregon Lulu LaFever 80s. Plays both piano & harp for weddings and (623) 337-1280 various receptions. [email protected] Tenth Avenue Singers Grammy Member delivers Sultry Blues, love in- Mel Haug- (509) 547-5581 Betty DeMeyer fused, smoother than black velvet jazz with an Pasco High School Choir. Performances during (509) 946-6939 old school vibe and juke joint swing...incredible school year only. Betty provides great background music for talent, wit, and originality. weddings and receptions. Fans have named The Kingtones her “Betty Hum-Along DeMeyer! Mad Hatters Jazz Group Rick Harris- (509) 734-9494, Kennewick Steve Baer- (509) 585-3201 West Coast Style Jump Blues; The sounds that Bill McKay, & Cindy McKay along with Jeff These ambassadors of Kennewick High School “makes ya shake what the good Lord gave ya!” Tyree are gold medal winners of the 1997 Interna- A kind of “Austin City” type sound with hints of (509) 946-3312 tional Hawaiian Jazz Competition and winners Stevie Ray Vaughn undertones. Plays both Jazz & Classical music. Cindy & Jeff of the Columbia Basin Jazz Competition. Can Tyree perform easy listening 12 string guitar perform during the school year only. Variety Music music.

Mary Lou Plus Two Eastern Washington Academy of Music Frank & Debbie Eng Days: (509) 943-2611, eves: (509) 943-9035, (509) 460-9947 (509) 582-2964 Richland www.ewamusic.org Frank plays drums while Debbie plays key- Mary Lou Gnoza’s swing band will play big School of music which includes group and board & sings. Duo performs Jazz, Gospel and band, ballroom dance, and standards from the private lessons for violin, viola, cello, and bass. wedding music. 40s and 50s. They offer a variety of music from New classes are being offered for children’s easy listening to swing. Instruments include choir and early music education. New private Scott Stalings piano, bass, guitar, trombone and vocal. lessons include Suzuki guitar, recorder, piano, (509) 943-4938 and flute. Scott performs all types of Piano music for RBMC JAZZ weddings, receptions and special engagements. Rachel- (509) 334-6682 Mr. James Henson Pullman , WA 99163 (509) 965-9174 or (509) 249-8100 Steve Haberman [email protected] Mr. Henson performs a variety of Country, Jazz Home: (509) 736-6355 or Work: (509) 783- www.rbmcjazz.com/contact.html and Popular music on Acoustical Guitar and 3481, cell: (509) 430-9236 All original compositions, including Musicians: Keyboards. His guitar playing consists of both Plays piano and sings. Past performances Randy Halberstadt, Jon Hamar & Don Caverly. straight and also orchestrated sound. include “Stevie” the piano player on The Young and The Restless and many other television shows from Merv Griffen to Regis and Kathie Lee. Steve can play a variety of music for any 8 occasion. 1 Stephen Duster *Mid Columbia Mastersingers Central Carillons Handbell Choir www.sanddust.com (509) 943-2244 Cyril Meyers- (509) 943-1143, ext. 104 Pianist/Composer. Performs piano compo- www.midcolumbiamastersingers.org Central United Protestant Church, Richland sitions throughout the State of Washington. Premier regional 40-voice choral ensemble The Central Carillons Handbell Choir of Central Available June 15 – August 15, 2009. presents outstanding classical vocal performanc- United Protestant Church plays on five octaves es of the highest level of choral music, repre- of English handbells. There are eleven ladies Warren Tate sentative of all styles and periods. Four main in the handbell choir. Each ringer handles Work#- (509) 374-9554 stage concerts October through May. between two and six handbells per musical Plays piano for all different groups. selection. For any one musical selection, there Richard Rogers Jr.- Master of ceremonies are usually forty-five to fifty handbells in use. Colorblind (509) 943-0605 or cell# (509) 366-6720 Their repertoire includes sacred, secular, and Buddy Bentz Richard is an entertainer and vocalist of all popular music. [email protected] music styles. Performances include the Pasco www.musicbycolorblind.com Good Life Festival, various fairs and rodeos, Dan Meyers Colorblind is a high energy classic rock party Sunfest, and Autumnfest. Richard participates (509) 582-6670, Kennewick band located in Tri-Cities, WA. Colorblind’s as Master of Ceremonies at Miss Tri-Cities Dan is a composer and performer of original music includes a variety of hits from the 60’s, Pageants and performs at the Miss Washington music in a variety of styles, including classical, 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and today. Colorblind features State Pageants. jazz and New Age. Dan uses the piano and the strong vocals allowing for a full range of music latest technological advances in musical sound selections. Rolling Hills Chorus of Sweet Adelines Inter- equipment along with natural bamboo flutes national and percussion instruments. Dan’s music is Medicine Hat Cris Turner- (509) 627-2310 frequently played on radio stations throughout Brian- (509) 588-6152 The Rolling Hills Chorus is a community-based the country. Plays @ Bookwalter Winery and This band plays contemporary Rock’N’ Roll group of women who sing a variety of music D.S Watkins Gallery. music. arranged for unaccompanied harmony in the barbershop style. Their repertoire includes Desert Shadows Trio Faith Martin & The Shades songs for many moods from slow ballads to Mickey French, Manager- (509) 967-3510 Faith Martin- (509) 845-1939 popular uptunes, with choreography added for Piano, violin and cello, features a broad rep- Bobby Nelsen- (509) 948-5877, pizazz. ertoire of musical genres with an emphasis on For Local Booking call 509-845-1939, classical music. www.theshadesrock.com Sandi Strawn The Shades are a classic rock and pop music Work# (509) 783-8131 or (509) 783-3058 Emerson Elementary Drill Team/Orff and band that play in and around Tri-Cities Sandi Strawn is a respected professional with Chorus Washington. The Shades offers popular live diverse experience including Tri-Citian of the Lea Greer- (509) 543-6792, Pasco music performances that are enjoyed by many Year Banquet and the National Anthem. Sandi The drill team group of 25 students do a mili- age groups. performs a variety of gospel and contemporary tary style drill and march. The Orff and Chorus Vocalists music for weddings, conventions and commu- is a group of 50 students who will perform Afri- nity events. can style, Latino music and dance. No alcohol Blue Mountain Chorus of Sweet Adelines can be present in performance area. Available International Tri-Cities Youth Choir during the school year only. Jennifer Northan- (509) 526-5727, Walla Walla, Becky Kreutz [email protected] WA Richland, 99352, 307-8879 Emily Powell, Harpist The Blue Mountain Chorus has been perform- www.yourtcyc.com (509) 582-0184 ing in this area for years. The complete group Tri-City Youth Choir (TCYC) presents Forte! the Plays harp for various occasions including wed- consists of about 30 vocally talented women. Tri-Cities’ premier high-school aged show choir. dings and special events. Emily is available to Quartets available. Forte! performs two major shows per year entertain during summer and Christmas Breaks. in the fall and spring. Its repertoire includes Cathy Kelly choreographed music from a wide variety of INDirect Light (509) 734-9222, Kennewick genres. Forte! offers an excellent, clean envi- Amy Schultz- (509) 967-3706 or A past anthem singer for the Tri-City Posse ronment where youth have fun while striving (509) 366-2376 games, Cathy also is a favorite at weddings, for musical excellence. Christian women’s vocal trio. receptions and special events. She is cur- “Gospel with energy”! rently a lead singer for the rock ‘n’ roll band Washington East Opera “Mudshark”. She also does Marilyn Monroe (509) 943-0358 Just Music impersonations. The Washington East Opera is a regional profes- Justin Booher- (509) 783-2919 sional company that presents opera and Music Western themed music for corporate events, Columbia River Chordsmen Theater in the Tri-Cities. Productions can be conventions, and special occasions. Plays the Carl Van Hoff- (509) 375-1450 presented with full orchestra, or piano and two fiddle, harmonica and sings. May do other Traditional Barbershop Harmony Chorus does singers. themes upon request. good old time barbershop music. They also Distinctive Music compete in Barbershop Harmony competitions *Mid Columbia Symphony throughout the region. Amy Jepsen, Harpist Executive Director- (509) 943-6602 (541) 676-5244, Heppner, Oregon The Mid Columbia Symphony has been the Lalo Guarjardo region’s premier orchestra for over 50 years. (509) 783-2896 Camille Peterson- Harpist Offering 5 world-class concerts yearly from Lalo, a vocalist since 1976. He performs for (taught both Emily Powell and Amy Jepsen) October to May. Mid Columbia Symphony fea- the Tri-Citian of the Year banquets with rave Spokane #: (509) 487-4448, Wenatchee #: tures international performers spanning classical reviews. Available for weddings and dinners. (509) 663-2225 (home) to popular music, including opera. Mid Colum- Also available for duets. She played for our Annual Meeting at the Three bia Symphony can also provide professional Rivers Convention Center in previous years musicians for special events. 2 9 Shelly Norman, Harpist Onie Rendall and the Hawaiian Dancers Jason Huneke- Juggling Entertainer (509) 545-0110 Onie Rendall- (509) 582-7132, Kennewick (507) 398-2599 [email protected] Performing in the Tri-Cities, Spokane and [email protected] Shelly is a local Harpist available for weddings, Yakima since 1969, Onie and her dancers will www.JasonTheJuggler.com receptions and other special occasions. perform ancient and modern Hawaiian, Maori, I provide high quality family entertainment. Harp/flute duo also available. Tahitian and Polynesian dances for your group. My stage shows will draw an audience and keep them entertained with juggling, comedy, Soluna Classical Guitar and Violin Duet Unique Entertainment and audience participation. The show really Beverly Atwood, Classical Violin / Casey Peter- appeals to every age group, not just the young son, Classical Guitar *Academy of Children’s Theatre children. (509) 586-3743 / (509) 783-2629 (509) 943-6027 Live music for all occasions from classical to www.academyofchildrenstheatre.org Kevin Wolfe Presents - Stage Hypnotist & jazz. We play a little bit of everything--for The Academy of Children’s Theatre provides Magician weddings, banquets, teas, wineries, receptions, educational opportunities in the theatre arts for (360) 698-9616 and dinner parties. young people of all abilities and levels of inter- P.O. Box 2792 est with a unique mission to provide theatre Belfair, WA 98528 Tri-Cities Steel band Association experiences for and by the youth of the greater Highly entertaining & amusing magician who Bill Lotz (509) 967-3046 Mid-Columbia. also does hypnosis shows. Bram Brata – Debbie Umlauf (509) 976-3504 Ok2Botay – Ben Legget (509) 967-1078 Budd’ns A Clown Ralph “Porky” Thomsen These Steel Bands put on a lively musical dis- Sharon Burns- (509) 588-4149 or 1 (866) 588- (509) 547-9986 play for all age groups. The talented members 4149 Porky has spent the last six years concentrating from the Steel Band Association perform for Bring smiles, entertainment and just FUN to on a one-man presentation of the written and special events and have been entertaining the your next party. Laughter is universal! spoken word of Theodore Roosevelt. The “Of- community for many years with their unique Birthdays, Anniversary parties, Grand Open- ficial Teddy Roosevelt for the State of North sound. ings, Corporate Events, Holiday / Special Dakota”. Also involved with musical theater. Functions, & Family gatherings. Does; Magic, Disc Jockeys and Karaoke Balloon sculptures, Puppetry, Games, Laughter Skip Towne programs & Face Painting. Prizes or Balloons (541) 379-0477, Pendleton, OR Karaoke Tonight to All. [email protected] Mike, Carlin & Dana Ursic- (509) 374-2986 1-866-334-TEAM or www.teamcasino.net 3303 B West 7th Ave. Casino Gaming Equipment Custom Comedy – Did opening acts for both Kennewick, WA 99336 Jon Bailey- (509) 545-4868 George Strait and Juice Newton. Skip plays Casino gaming equipment can be rented guitar, sings funny songs, tells stories and jokes Sight & Sound Services, Inc through the local Lion’s Club. They will set up and will even emcee your event. Team Casino Strings Attached and deal at the tables. Travis Fryback Bob Kreider- (509) 735-8433 / www.videoanddj.com Fired up Magic by Keith Ramsay The Dick Frost Comedy-Magic Show 6201 W. Clearwater Ave., Ste. D Keith Ramsay- (509) 943-0141 (509) 325-1777, Spokane, WA Kennewick, WA 99336 Entertainment for all ages. Magic shows for Presents the best in entertainment or music for Full service disc jockey Company, also provid- corporate events; Clowning, Stilt walking, any event. ing P.A. and sound systems, and all forms of Ventriloquism, Puppets, Balloon Sculptures, etc. audio & video recordings. Keith even performs for birthday parties. The Geoffrey Ranning Comedy Hypnosis Keith is a fireman for the City of Richland and Show International Entertainment has created a fire safety magic and ventrilo- (425) 712-1976, Lynnwood, WA quism program that he can present for a group, www.mrhypnosis.com Ballet Folkorico Latinoamericano if requested. Looking for something different and entertain- Sara McReynolds, (509) 585-3200 ing? The Geoffrey Ranning Comedy Hypnosis Award-winning group of Tri-City students ages Flint Knapping Show fits your requirements. It is geared for 14 to 21 that promote a positive image of Lati- Greg Greger- (509) 943-3951, Richland your company with no offensive, safe and hilar- nos and sharing their culture through traditional [email protected] ious entertainment. Mexican dance in full costume. Usually called “Flint knapping” but we have no flint deposits in Washington and local knap- The Unique Magic of Kirk Charles Desert Thistle Pipe Band pers mostly use obsidian obtained from Glass (206) 937-2705, Seattle, WA Judy Morrison- (509) 627-7232 Buttes, OR. The writer is also using man made www.kirkcharles.net The Desert Thistle Pipe Band is made up of obsidian that is a by-product of Hanford testing Kirk is now offering a variety of costumed char- bagpipe & drum performers with a little flair. of the in situ vitrification process developed by acters for special events: Merlin the Wizard, Performing for Tri-Cities audiences for over 20 Battelle and now operated by GeoSafe. This Mojo the Magic Man, The Gambler, etc. The years, they have become popular entertainers. atomic age related material could be knapped costume and theatrical makeup are really Appearances include the annual Christ the King into tools such as those made by Early Man. spectacular. The magic is themed to fit the Sausage Fest, parades, festivals, and banquets. characters and meant to be performed while Gorilla Grams strolling. If you are looking for something really International Folk Dancers of Richland (509) 547-7648 sensational and different for your next event, Marilyn and John Young- (509) 545-1311 3012 N. Rd. 68, Pasco, WA consider calling Kirk Charles. The International Folk Dancers of Richland Surprise your group with a unique way to have been treating Tri-City audiences to inter- present your awards! Specializing in costumed national folk dancing of all kinds since 1948. balloon delivery. Performing groups of 6 to 10 dancers available.

10 3 Two of Clubs *Mid Columbia Ballet *John Clement Photography Tina & Bill Simpkin- (509) 308-0088 and (509) (509) 946-5417 John Clement - (509) 735-7699 308-0737, Benton City, WA As Southeaster Washington’s prestigious dance [email protected] [email protected] company, the Mid-Columbia Ballet (MCB) www.twoofclubjugglers.com presents three dance performances throughout *Jones Custom Photography Combining live music, juggling, visual comedy, the year. In addition to the traditional holiday (509) 521-3611 and an award-winning “America’s Funniest Nutcracker performances, MCB also presents Team of photographers specializing in wed- People” tire pump duet, Two of Clubs provides a children’s ballet and an evening of exciting dings, events, business and commercial photog- an action-packed refreshingly unique program dance in the spring. raphy, restoration, and graphic design. for the whole family. Seasoned Steppers *Realife Photography * Ye Merrie Greenwood Players Beth Trost, instructor- (509) 586-7609 Rick Reil- (509) 582-3338 Marjorie Kunigisky,- (509) 783-7727 [email protected] Photographic services include banquet, awards, Embark on a “historical” journey. Ye Merrie A non-profit variety jazz-dance ensemble viva reunions, groups (large & small) as well as Greenwood Players perform audience inter- Las Vegas style of women over 50. Stunning weddings and portraiture. Aerial work also. active “Mysteries” in a variety of historical costumes, glitter and satin will dazzle your Quick turn around on processing, no extra settings and time periods at a low cost. You attendees! Show routines include a slinky charge for evenings and weekends. are encouraged to include members of your Charleston, Broadway show tunes, Hello Dolly, group in the mystery. The Players also offer Latin Cha-Cha and more. Sight & Sound Services, Inc. English Country Dancing, “Gypsy” Dancers and Bob Kreider- (509) 735-8433 lectures. Silver Creek Cloggers 6818 W. Kennewick Ave. Suite C Linda Wissenbach- (509) 737-9037 Kennewick, WA 99336 “Love Letters” – 2 Person Romantic Drama Linda and her team danced at half-time during A full-service video production company Roundabout Theatre Arts the Goodwill Games and also on the Grand specializing in broadcast-quality video-tapes Roger & Sharon Briggs- (509) 783-2080 Ole’ Opry in 1988 in Nashville Tennessee at of just about anything including weddings, They have been performing Love Letters locally the Hee Haw International Clogging Champi- sporting events, training programs, corporate and State Wide for functions since 1993. It onships. video, public relations and marketing...the list placed third overall best among community goes on and on! Bob also offers tape-copying theatres 1995 WA State competition, Spokane. Steppin’ Out services, and film and photo transfer. 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Public Speaking, motivational Speaking and Visit TRI-CITIES Leadership Workshops. 2014 Youth Activities List 509.735.8486 toll free 800.254.5824 www.VisitTRI-CITIES.com 12 5 Hotel Booking Information

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13 tri-citieswashington

The Tri-Cities MSA is the factsheet fourth largest Metropolitan population Statistical Area (MSA) in the 1990 Census 2000 Census 2010 Estimate Kennewick-Pasco-Richland MSA 150,033 191,822 248,400 state of Washington. Benton County 112,560 142,475 172,900

Kennewick 44,670 54,751 68,570 The Tri-Cities is located in Richland 32,315 38,708 48,580 southeast Washington and West Richland 4,042 8,385 12,130 Franklin County 37,473 49,347 75,500 is situated at the confluence Pasco 23,976 32,066 56,300 of the Columbia, Yakima Source: US Census and Washington Office of Financial Management Forecasting Division, June 2010 and Snake Rivers. workforce With a population of Labor Force 139,360 Employment 131,210 248,400, the major Unemployment 8,140 communities are Unemployment Rate 5.8% Source: October Employment Data, Washington State Employment Security Department Kennewick, Pasco, Richland and cost of living West Richland. Composite Index Housing Utilities Transportation Oakland, CA 144.0 211.5 95.9 118.8 Reno, NV 100.5 96.9 90.4 114.3 Los Alamos, NM 108.3 122.2 89.6 112.4 Portland-Vancouver, OR-WA 111.6 131.9 87.5 107.7 Seattle, WA 119.8 136.5 86.9 117.6 Spokane, WA 96.0 88.1 90.5 113.6 Yakima, WA 97.6 88.4 84.8 109.7 Tri-Cities, WA 94.5 88.8 84.9 108.9 Source: ACCRA Cost of Living Index, Data for Third Quarter 2010, Published October 2010

7130 W. Grandridge Blvd. Ste. A, Kennewick, WA 99336 Tel 509.735.1000 Fax 509.735.6609 www.TRIDEC.org 14 utilities/public services transportation Kennewick Pasco Richland Interstate Highways I-182, I-82 Power Benton PUD Franklin PUD City of Richland Federal Highways US-395, US-12 Natural gas Cascade Natural Gas Cascade Natural Gas Cascade Natural Gas State Highways SR-14, SR-17, SR-22, SR-24 Garbage Waste Management Basin Disposal City of Richland SR-221, SR-225, SR-240, SR-260, SR-263 Cable TV Charter Charter Charter Rail Service BNSF, UP, Tri-City & Olympia Dish Network Dish Network Dish Network Barge Service Snake River, Columbia River DirecTV DirecTV DirecTV Air Transportation Delta Connection/Sky West Fire Fighters 67 50 54 Alaska Airlines/Horizon Air Fire Insurance Rating 4 4 4 United Express/Sky West Police Officers 87 63 64 Allegiant Air Benton County Sheriff 53 Flights Per Day 29-31 Franklin County Sheriff 23 Local Airports 4 Runways Up to 7,700 feet capacities Kennewick Pasco Richland Water Service taxes Benton County Average Property Tax $8.02—$14.73* Capacity (mgd) 30 30 36 Franklin County Average Property Tax $6.02—$13.66* Average Daily Use 11 12 14.68 Statewide Average Property Tax $12.00* Peak Daily Use 24.2 22 34 Sales Tax 8.3% Waste Water Treatment Service (State 6.5% and Local 1.8%) Capacity (mgd) 12.2 5 11.4 No corporate, personal income or inventory tax. No tax on interest, dividends, or capital Average Daily Use 5.5 3.7 5.5 gains. Manufacturers, R&D firms, and certain technology companies in Washington benefit from several tax incentives. These incentives are intended to encourage the preservation and creation of family-wage jobs. telecommunications *Per $1,000 Assessed Value Local Telephone Carriers Verizon, Qwest, Charter Cellular Service Carriers 16 Local Internet Service Providers 20 industrial and business parks The Tri-Cities region features over 18,000 acres currently zoned for industrial use. Of these, some 7,000 acres are zoned light industrial and 11,000 acres are zoned heavy industrial. A variety of planned and fully major employers served industrial and business parks exist in each of the communities in Company Product/Service Employees Benton and Franklin Counties. Battelle/PNNL Research/National Laboratory 4,485 URS DOE Contractor 3,500 CH2M Hill DOE Contractor 3,260 ConAgra Food Processing/Frozen Potatoes 3,057 Bechtel National DOE Contractor 2,850 Kadlec Medical Center Hospital 2,175 Washington River Protection Solutions DOE Contractor 1,686 Mission Support Alliance DOE Contractor 1,478 Washington Closure Hanford DOE Contractor 1,370 Tyson Foods Meat Packaging 1,300 Energy Northwest Electric Utility 1,222 Kennewick General Hospital Hospital 1,072 Broetje Orchards Agricultural Services 1,000 Lourdes Health Network Hospital 807 AREVA Nuclear Fuel Fabricator 662 Apollo Inc./Apollo Sheet Metal Manufacturing/Contractor 625 Lockheed Martin Information Technology/DOE Contractor 600 Boise Cascade/Boise Packaging Paper Products/Packaging 571 Fluor Federal Services DOE Contractor 541 Department of Energy (DOE) U.S. Government 414 Pasco Processing Food Processing/Frozen Vegetables 350 non-agricultural employment Employees Total Nonfarm 102,500 Goods Producing 14,000 Construction 6,300 Manufacturing 7,700 Services Providing 88,500 Private Services 70,700 Trade, Transportation, Utilities 17,500 Financial Services 3,400 Government 17,800 Source: October Employment Data, WA State Employment Security Dept.

15 household income and spending Average Household Income $67,635 Average Household Expenditure $53,299 Source: Demographics Now, November 2010

housing Average Selling Price (Oct. 2010) $199,600 Number of Active Listings (SFR, Oct. 2010) 1,021 Average Apartment Rent (2 Bedroom, 2 Bath) $751 Source: Tri-City Association of Realtors, November 2010 ACCRA Cost of Living Index, Data for Third Quarter 2010, Published October 2010

media Daily Newspaper 1 Weekly Newspaper 2 Monthly Newspaper 3 Kim Fetrow/Imageworks Radio Stations 24 Cable Stations Available 75 hospitals Local Television Stations 7 Doctors Beds (Active Staff) business services Kadlec Health System 270 271 Hotels and Motels 39 Kennewick General Hospital 101 132 Rooms Available 3,378 Prosser Memorial 25 22 Three Rivers Convention Center* 3,000 Lourdes Medical Center 25 220 TRAC Center* 7,000 Toyota Center* 7,500 health care *Seating Capacity Physicians 388 Dentists 118 Chiropractic 64 for more information Vision 43 Source: Washington State Department of Health, March 2010 log on to www.TRIDEC.org

education 2009-2010 post secondary institutions Teacher/Student Ratio Number Enrollment Kennewick 1:22 University/College 2 1,691 Pasco 1:23 Community College 1 8,000 Richland 1:26 Vocational High School 1 786

average expenditure per pupil Kennewick $8,939 Pasco $8,355 Richland $8,884

sat scores (2009 graduates) Reading Math Writing Kennewick 489 524 480 Pasco 477 504 471 Richland 541 561 517 State Average 524 531 507 National Average 501 515 493 Source: Kennewick, Pasco, and Richland School Districts Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

educational attainment High School Graduate 28.1% Some College, No Degree 22.4% Associates Degree 8.6% Bachelors Degree 14.4% Graduate Degree 8.8% Source: Demographics Now, November 2010

16 dining and wine tasting Dining, Fast Food and Catering 330 TRI-CITIESWASHINGTON Wineries and Micro-Breweries* 164 *Within a 60 mile radius of the Tri-Cities WHERE BUSINESS PROFITABILITY AND INNOVATION THRIVE arts and culture Museums and Art Galleries 23  Ranked No. 1 for Job Growth Community and Performing Arts Theater 4 -Garner Economics Reports on Year-Over-Year Job Community Concert Association 1 Growth, November 2010 Ballet 1  Symphony 1 State of Washington Ranked No. 5 Public Libraries 7 Forbes “Best States for Business and Careers” -Forbes.com, September 2010 recreation/sports and leisure activities Public Parks 123  No. 5 “Best Performing Cities 210: Public Golf Courses 7 Where Jobs are Created and Sustained: Private Golf Courses 1 -The Milken Institute, October 2010 Class A Minor League Baseball Team 1 Major Junior WHL Hockey Club 1  Ranked No. 1 in the Nation for Housing Arena Football Team 1 -Smartmoney.com, March 2010 Hydroplane Races 1  Second best city for employment in the climate United States. -Manpower, October 2009 January Average High 39 Degrees January Average Low 26 Degrees  Host to 1,600 PhD’s among 7,000+ July Average High 90 Degrees scientists and engineers. July Average Low 59 Degrees Average Annual Precipitation 7.7 Inches  Lowest cost of living in the state. Average Annual Snowfall 7.6 Inches -ACCRA Cost of Living Index, Data for 3rd Quarter 2010, Average Number of Sunny Days 300+ Days Published October 2010 Source: WeatherReports.com, November 2010

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18 2017 Conference 3-D Learning in the Tri-Cities!

Brief Schedule Friday Oct. 20

Field Trips only, to and from Pasco Red Lion Registration opens at 7 am, morning trips will leave from 7:30 to 9, look to field trip schedule for details.

There are NO sessions at the school on Friday. Please do not go to the school.

Saturday Oct. 21

Registration opens at the High School at 7 am.

8:00 Introduction, Keynote from Superintendent Chris Reykdal 9:10 Session 1 9:10 to 10:00 (60 min. sessions) 9:10 to 10:40 (90 min. sessions)

10:10 Exhibiters Open 10:10 Session 2 10:10 to 11:00 (60 min. sessions) 10:40 Session 3 10:40 to 12:00 (90 min. sessions) 11:10 Session 4 11:10 to 12:00 (60 min. sessions)

12:10 Lunch with the exhibitors…box lunch

1:10 Keynote with Mike DiSpezio 2:10 Session 5 2:10 to 3:00 (60 min. sessions) 2:10 to 3:40 (90 min. sessions) 3:10 Session 6 3:40 to 4:40 (60 min. sessions) 3:40 Session 7 3:40 to 5:10 (90 min. sessions) 4:10 Session 8 Network/Exhibitor Time 4:30 Exhibitor and Attendee Reception 6:30 Awards Banquet

Sunday October 22

8:00 Keynote with Phillip Bell 9:10 Session 9 9:10 to 10:00 or 9:10 to 10:40 (60 and 90 min sessions) 10:10 Session 10 10:10 to 10:00 or 10:10 to 10:40 (60 min. sessions) 11:10 Session 11 11:10 to 10:00 or 11:10 to 10:40 (60 min. sessions) 12:10 General Membership Meeting and Lunch 12:10 to 1:00

19 Field Trips

WSTA Annual Conference, Pasco, WA October 20, 2017

All Field trips leave from and return to the Pasco Red Lion on Friday October 20th. There are no WSTA events at Chiawana HS on Friday. Field trips that do not have 10 participants by October 10th will be cancelled.

The Hanford B reactor requires your name to be recorded as soon as possible so please sign up now. Read the extra requirements. If anyone under 18 is coming us the Guardian Approval form.

LIGO Hanford Observatory, 127124 North Route 10, Richland Wa 99354. Half day. Morning or afternoon.

Washington State and Louisiana house two of the world’s most sensitive measuring instruments: the LIGO interferometers. These facilities are funded by the National Science Foundation and operated by Caltech and MIT. LIGOs mission is to detect and study cosmic gravitational waves.

These waves are ripples in the fabric of space-time that were predicted by Einstein in the General Theory of Relativity. At LIGO, we had the first ever direct detection of gravitational waves on September 14, 2015. LIGO draws from and adds to the newest knowledge in gravitational physics, astrophysics, and astronomy. Visit the facility and learn about this great aspect of physical laws.

Terra Blanca Winery and Estate Vineyard Half day afternoon

The elegant and luxurious winery is surrounded by acres of lush landscaping and waterfalls. Take in the view of a sea of vines, the Yakima River, quaint Benton City and the rolling Horse Heaven Hills while sipping on the award-winning, estate produced wines on the Terrace at Terra Blanca. For an unforgettable experience, journey underground beneath the tasting room to explore Terra Blanca’s barrel caves, the largest of its kind in the state of Washington.

20 Ste. Michelle Estates WSU Wine Science Center Half day, morning or afternoon.

The Ste. Michelle Wine Estates WSU Wine Science Center opened June 4, 2015, on the Washington State University Tri-Cities campus in the heart of Washington Wine Country. This 40,000-square-foot facility includes a state-of-the-art research and teaching winery, research laboratories, classrooms and meeting spaces that serve as a gathering place for industry members, students and visiting scholars from around the world. The WSU Viticulture and Enology Program, directed by world-renowned wine microbiologist Dr. Thomas Henick-Kling.

Hanford Historic B Reactor. Four hours, staggered schedule

The Hanford B reactor is where history was made and history was changed. See the actual reactor where the first plutonium was produced which helped usher in the Atomic Age. The B Reactor National Historic Landmark is now also a component of the newly created, three-location Manhattan Project National Historical Park. Signed into law December 2014, under the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), the B Reactor and historic town sites on the Hanford site, will join the other Manhattan Project sites at Los Alamos, New Mexico, and Oak Ridge, Tennessee, to create an unparalleled visitor experience inside these marvels of 20th century science and technology. The B Reactor is the world’s first production-scale nuclear reactor, and was created as part of the top secret Manhattan Project during World War II. B Reactor was built in just 11 months, without the help of computers or even final scale drawings, and produced plutonium for the first atomic explosion, the Trinity test in New Mexico on July 16th, 1945, and for the Fatman bomb, which helped to bring an end to World War II.

Tour 1 – 43 Seats (if needed we could fit 45 Max.) 9:00 am: Introduction; Ends at 1 pm.

Tour 2 – 24 Seats 11:45 a.m. : Introduction, ends at 3:45 p.m.

MUST register by Friday, October 6, 2017.

For participants under the age of 18, a parent or legal guardian must read and sign a release form outlining the potential hazards at the facility, and his/her responsibilities for supervising his/her child. To enjoy this tour, you should be able to stand for up to 30 minutes, walk short distances, and withstand temperatures over 90 degrees in the summer. You must also be able to read and comprehend all mandated Hanford safety awareness information.

Guests are required to stay on the tour path and follow the instructions of escorts at all times. Before or after your tour, you can learn more about the world-changing history, science and engineering behind the Manhattan Project and B Reactor, as well as the history of Native American and early settler populations at the Hanford Site, with videos produced by the B Reactor Museum Association and the Atomic Heritage Foundation.

21 The Reach Museum Half day, morning or afternoon.

The REACH is a storytelling center that inspires learning and celebrates the natural, scientific, and cultural history of the Tri-Cities region through engaging exhibits, educational programs, special events, and guided tours. Visitors can live the story of our region’s history and culture through gallery exhibits. Conference attendees will be treated to gorgeous views of the Columbia River and the shrub-steppe landscape of the Tri- Cities. Explore the outdoor exhibit at The REACH and learn about the flora and fauna that call the Tri-Cities home.

Wind Farm, McNary Dam, Sage Museum. Full Day

Learn all about the different forms of energy that is available in Eastern Washington. You will visit a wind farm, McNary Dam, and the Sage Center, a museum about agriculture and energy. 8am-4pm Maximum 26 people

Ice Age/Mammoth Dig/Wallula Gap/Devils Canyon Full day.

The tour will be led by Gary Kleinknecht, an expert in the field of Ice Age Floods. It will begin with a trip to the Coyote Canyon Mammoth dig site and then to Wallula Gap and Devils Canyon. 8am-4pm Maximum 26 people

Farm to Table… WSU Ag Research Station, Sunheaven Farms (onions, sugar beets), irrigation, Chukar Cherries Full day 8am – 4pm

See scientific and environmentally sustainable agriculture in action, tour cutting edge research fields and learn real world examples of NGSS teaching and learning for Life and Earth and Environmental Sciences. Maximum 26 people

22 There will be several field trips to The Hanford B Reactor, local universities, parks, museums, tech centers, agricultural science centers, environmental science research and wineries! Clock hours available for ALL Field Trips.

See www.wsta.net for more information, everything is ready for you to register, submit a proposal or request an exhibit booth!

Conference Coordinator: Pasco, WA 99301; Use Exit 12 B off I-182; (HQ Hotel; Call 1-800 John P McNamara REDLION (733-5466), ask for Red Lion Pasco; group block code [email protected] WASH1019; go online, use WASH2019). 509 592 0099 The Holiday Inn Express 4525 Convention Place, Pasco, WA; Conference Chair: use Exit 9 off I-182; phone 800 315 2621 (Reservations) 1-509- Mary Wise 5437000 (Front Desk) WSTA Booking Link (when you go to [email protected] this, click on Oct 19 or 20 as the start date and it should be our booking, you will see ‘99801505’ in the IATA box and WST in the Vendor Chair: Nancy Ridenour group code. [email protected] Hotel Rooms Blocked at The Pasco Red Lion 2525 North For Conference Registration and Exhibits: 20th Avenue https://wsta.wildapricot.org/page-1863497

2017 Conference Keynote Speakers

OCTOBER Field Trips Leave and OCTOBER At Chiawana High School! Return from Pasco 8125 W Argent Rd 20 Red Lion 21-22

2017 2017

All information, registration, workshop proposal form, exhibitor registration, field trip registration, banquet registration are at www.wsta.net!

The Board of Directors of the Washington Science in the Tri-Cities.” Teachers Association invites anyone in science education and friends to register and attend our 2017 We have designed this for you and your needs to be Professional Development Conference “3-D Learning expert in the content and pedagogy (and great science

23 and fun) of the Next Generation Science Standards trips on a variety of science subjects for teachers of and the various state assessments. ALL levels. Learn about the geology of the area, visit the historic B reactor of the Hanford Site, see where A chance to learn, find out about supplies and support the WSU research ‘saw’ a gravity wave, see how and materials, meet friends, see a great high school where our great food is produced, perhaps sample a campus, make friends, ask questions, experience the little wine. unique geography, geology and history of the region, answer questions, tell the board what they should This well-respected professional development be doing. conference has dozens of workshops on a wide variety of topics and all carry Science and STEM Clock Hours On Friday, October 20, leaving and returning from re-certification. Clock hours are through WSTA and the Red Lion Pasco, we have ½ day and full day field cost $25, total.

Our themes and strands include: • Progressing through the Standards • NGSS in the Elementary Grades • All Standards, All Students (Equity in the NGSS) • Integrating Energy, Engineering and Science • STEM Certification for All Teachers • History and Future--Engineering in Washington

We kick off the conference with our very own Superintendent of Public Instruction, Chris Reykdal!

Mr. Chris Reykdahl Superintendent “Science Instruction in Washington”

and budget and education policy city planning commissioner, and executive for our state’s community he had the honor of serving as and technical college system. a trustee for the College Spark Chris has dedicated his entire Wshington Foundation for career to public education, and six years. he is currently serving in his first term as the State Superintendent Chris leads a team at OSPI that of Public Instruction. Chris and is committed to opening up his wife, Kim, live in historic multiple pathways to high school Tumwater with their two children, graduation beyond the “university Carter and Kennedy. for all” approach. To do this and truly embrace all students, Chris Chris graduated summa cum laude is leading the charge to expand from Washington State University technical education opportunities with a bachelor’s degree in social and to decrease our reliance on studies and a teaching certificate, standardized tests that label and he earned a master’s degree our students. Additionally, he is Chris Reykdal was born and raised in public administration from the building broad coalitions that are in Snohomish, Washington as University of North Carolina– working to close opportunity gaps the youngest of eight children. Chapel Hill. He coached both through critical policy and He has served as a high school youth and adult soccer for several budget changes. history teacher, local school years, he volunteered as a local board member, state legislator,

24 Dr. Phillip Bell UW “Equitable 3D learning in science for All Students”

The new vision provided in the Math Education focused on equity- NRC Framework for K-12 Science focused innovation in K-12 STEM Education and the resulting Next education, and he is co-director Generation Science Standards of the Learning in Informal and provide a collective opportunity Formal Environments (LIFE) to broadly promote equity and Science of Learning Center. Bell social justice in education. These pursues a cognitive and cultural policy documents highlight program of research across diverse that learning is fundamentally environments focused on how a cultural as well as a cognitive people learn in ways that are process—and that science learning personally consequential to them. experiences should be designed He has studied everyday expertise to overlap with the lives of youth and cognition in science and and their communities in order to health, the design and use of novel heighten meaning and relevance. learning technologies in science development of Next Generation Attendees will explore classroom classrooms, youth argumentation, Science Standards. He has a talk structures and formative culturally expansive science background in human cognition assessment approaches that instruction, and scaled and development, science support more inclusive learning implementation of educational education, computer science, experiences for students. STEM improvement. Bell served as a and electrical engineering. Bell Teaching Tools that can be member of the Board on Science is also currently editing a series broadly used to support NGSS Education with the National of research- and practice-based implementation will be shared. Academy of Sciences for eight tools for science education called years, co-chaired the National STEM Teaching Tools. The effort Philip Bell is a professor of the Research Council consensus is providing resources for equity- Learning Sciences & Human report effort on Learning Science focused improvements in Development and holds the Shauna in Informal Environments and science education. C. Larson Chair in Learning served on the committee of the Sciences. He is executive director NRC Framework for K-12 Science of the UW Institute for Science & Education that was used to guide

Dr. Mike DiSpezio “Brain Sense: Learning About the Brain Through Puzzles, Illusions and Hands-on Activities”

Join author, television host, and to maintain a brain-friendly global educator Michael DiSpezio classroom environment, you’ll see as he facilitates an entertaining and how the neurobiology of learning motivating journey in which the emerges through the mechanics latest brain research is explained of inexpensive and easy-to-share using an assortment of mind- experiences. twisting puzzles, stimulating activities, and eye-opening illusions. Michael is a renaissance educator, In Michael’s hallmark style, he’ll speaker, TV host and science challenge you to construct an education author. A former marine understanding of neural function by biologist, Michael completed his assuming the role of active audience graduate studies at the Marine participant. From understanding Biological Lab at Woods Hole and perception to learning how worked as a research assistant

25 to a Nobel prize winner in chemistry. Leaving the He has worked on numerous television broadcasts as laboratory, he celebrated his passion in education both writer and onscreen host with organizations that as a K-12 classroom teacher for nearly ten years. include the National Science Teachers Association, Towards the end of that tenure, he began writing National Geographic, The Discovery Channel, PBS, textbooks and was awarded his first authorship on and the Weather Channel. To date, Michael is the a high school chemistry series. Extensive travel has author of over 30 trade books and has co-authorship taken him from the Emmys with an award nominated on over 5 dozen science textbooks including the newly show in children’s health to the Bahamas where he released HMH Science Dimensions, a K-8 science developed the Discovery Channel Camp at Atlantis. program published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt.

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27 Exhibitors WSTA 2017

Name Company Information First name Last name e-Mail Phone Company Web Site Horace Mann Financial solutions and insurance products John Miller [email protected] 217-789-2500 www.horacemann.com Holbrook Travel Since 1974, Holbrook Travel has offered engaging, inquiry- Lindsay Taulbee [email protected] 352-377-7111 http://holbrooktravel.com based educational travel across Latin America, Africa, and beyond. From teacher-led scientific expeditions for students to professional development for educators, Holbrook incorporates rich academic experiences with a focus on STEM learning. Plus, ask about our 500-acre private reserve and teaching center in Costa Rica! The Museum of Flight The Museum of Flight Emily Simmons [email protected] 2067687117 www.museumofflight.org Library of Medicine The National Library of Medicine produces MedlinePlus Carolyn Martin [email protected] https://nnlm.gov/pnr (consumer information), and many other resources for teachers, families and providers. Activate Learning Activate Learning is a leader in research-based, K-12 STEM Stacy Schaefer [email protected] 6302778207 www.activatelearning.com curricula, including IQWST® and PBIS® for MS science, and several leading HS math, science and engineering curricula. Our project-based, investigation-centered, and literacy-rich programs immerse students in rigorous learning environments, in which their original questions and everyday experiences are central to standards-based, 3D learning. Actively Learn Actively Learn is an online literacy platform with content, Natalie Saaris [email protected] (855) 862-5505 www.activelylearn.com features, and professional learning to drive depth in reading across every discipline. Frey Scientific Frey Scientific/CPO Science provide high-quality inquiry- Jim Bryan [email protected] 916-605-6864 www.freyscientific.com based teaching and learning systems for science grades 6-12 as well as lab equipment, supplies, and technology products for science classrooms and labs. IMPACT IMPACT Product Development & Marketing Brad Griffith [email protected] 3604614686 www.CraftStickbending.com LIGO The Laser Interferometer Gravitational Wave Amber Strunk [email protected] 509-372-8248 https://www.ligo.caltech.edu/WA Observatory (LIGO) made the ground breaking direct detection of gravitational waves in 2015. LIGO has always had a strong commitment to outreach from visiting schools and hosting no cost field trips to conducting teacher workshops. LIGO’s Hanford Observatory is located just outside of Richland Washington. EPA Environmental Protection Agency - Seattle Regional Gretchen Stewart [email protected] 206-553-0527 www.epa.gov Office EPA environmental education materials [email protected] epa.gov LAB AIDS LAB-AIDS Fabienne Conrad [email protected] LAB-AIDS.COM Nafziger Scotes microscope sales and service charnjit dhillon [email protected] 2536789025 www.nafzigermicroscopes.com

28 Name Company Information First name Last name e-Mail Phone Company Web Site Horace Mann Financial solutions and insurance products John Miller [email protected] 217-789-2500 www.horacemann.com Holbrook Travel Since 1974, Holbrook Travel has offered engaging, inquiry- Lindsay Taulbee [email protected] 352-377-7111 http://holbrooktravel.com based educational travel across Latin America, Africa, and beyond. From teacher-led scientific expeditions for students to professional development for educators, Holbrook incorporates rich academic experiences with a focus on STEM learning. Plus, ask about our 500-acre private reserve and teaching center in Costa Rica! The Museum of Flight The Museum of Flight Emily Simmons [email protected] 2067687117 www.museumofflight.org Library of Medicine The National Library of Medicine produces MedlinePlus Carolyn Martin [email protected] https://nnlm.gov/pnr (consumer information), and many other resources for teachers, families and providers. Activate Learning Activate Learning is a leader in research-based, K-12 STEM Stacy Schaefer [email protected] 6302778207 www.activatelearning.com curricula, including IQWST® and PBIS® for MS science, and several leading HS math, science and engineering curricula. Our project-based, investigation-centered, and literacy-rich programs immerse students in rigorous learning environments, in which their original questions and everyday experiences are central to standards-based, 3D learning. Actively Learn Actively Learn is an online literacy platform with content, Natalie Saaris [email protected] (855) 862-5505 www.activelylearn.com features, and professional learning to drive depth in reading across every discipline. Frey Scientific Frey Scientific/CPO Science provide high-quality inquiry- Jim Bryan [email protected] 916-605-6864 www.freyscientific.com based teaching and learning systems for science grades 6-12 as well as lab equipment, supplies, and technology products for science classrooms and labs. IMPACT IMPACT Product Development & Marketing Brad Griffith [email protected] 3604614686 www.CraftStickbending.com LIGO The Laser Interferometer Gravitational Wave Amber Strunk [email protected] 509-372-8248 https://www.ligo.caltech.edu/WA Observatory (LIGO) made the ground breaking direct detection of gravitational waves in 2015. LIGO has always had a strong commitment to outreach from visiting schools and hosting no cost field trips to conducting teacher workshops. LIGO’s Hanford Observatory is located just outside of Richland Washington. EPA Environmental Protection Agency - Seattle Regional Gretchen Stewart [email protected] 206-553-0527 www.epa.gov Office EPA environmental education materials [email protected] epa.gov LAB AIDS LAB-AIDS Fabienne Conrad [email protected] LAB-AIDS.COM Nafziger Scotes microscope sales and service charnjit dhillon [email protected] 2536789025 www.nafzigermicroscopes.com

29 Exhibitors WSTA 2017

Name Company Information First name Last name e-Mail Phone Company Web Site Cengage National Geographic Learning, a part of Cengage, provides quality Christine Stark [email protected] 360-450-1463 National Geographic Learning/Cengage Learning PreK-12, Academic, and Adult Education instructional solutions for reading, science, social studies, mathematics, world languages, ESL/ELD, Advanced, Honors, & Electives, Career and Technical Education, and Professional Development. See our new catalog at NGL.Cengage.com/catalogs. Kendall Hunt Kendall Hunt Publishing Company Tim Pope [email protected] 563-589-1075 https://k12.kendallhunt.com/ FOSS/School Specialty FOSS K-8 science is hands-on, inquiry based science curriculum Eileen Patrick [email protected] 7204802167 https://www.deltaeducation.com/foss/next- fully aligned to NGSS and the WA science standards. Engage generation students in rigorous science that integrates literacy simultaneously to increase students achievement in BOTH science and literacy! Vernier Vernier Software & Technology is a leading innovator of scientific Angie Harr [email protected] 888-837-6437 www.vernier.com data-collection technology. Focused on STEM, Vernier is dedicated to developing creative ways to teach and learn using hands-on science. Vernier creates easy-to-use science interfaces, sensors, and graphing/analysis software. Vernier’s technology- based solutions enhance STEM education, increase learning, and build students’ critical thinking skills. STEMSCOPES STEMscopes is a customizable, blended learning STEM Meghan Coleman [email protected] 281-833-4535 STEMscopes PreK-12 curriculum that puts the power in the hands of teachers. STEMscopes owes its success to a crowdsourcing platform where classroom teachers lead by content and pedagogy experts build lessons. Combine digital and print resources and easy-to-use materials kits to adapt to any learning and teaching style. CAROLINA Carolina Biological curriculum products provide everything Jeff Frates [email protected] 336-380-8647 Carolina Biological Supply you need -Lab , Print and Digital materials – in one package. Hands-on, inquiry-based kits, Teacher Guides with NGSS aligned resources incorporating the 5 innovations including phenomena and three dimensional learning, access to Carolina Science Online, and student guides are all included ETS Travell Educational Travel Services is a student group tour company Judi Tichenor [email protected] 503 653-3988 www.etsi.ws serving educators for 30 years. We specialize in educational, curriculum based tours for educators interested in opening the world to their students outside the classroom walls. Murdock Partners in science program Kris Stone [email protected] 2088607816 https://murdocktrust.org/grant-opportunities/ M. J. Murdock Charitable high-school-science-teachers-and-research- Trust partners/ Oregon Aquarium Oregon Coast Aquarium Marsh Myers [email protected] http://oceanscape.aquarium.org Oceanscape Network Seattle Pacific University Graduate Admissions, Seattle Pacific University Jason Chivers [email protected] 2062812566 Seattle Pacific University

30 Name Company Information First name Last name e-Mail Phone Company Web Site Cengage National Geographic Learning, a part of Cengage, provides quality Christine Stark [email protected] 360-450-1463 National Geographic Learning/Cengage Learning PreK-12, Academic, and Adult Education instructional solutions for reading, science, social studies, mathematics, world languages, ESL/ELD, Advanced, Honors, & Electives, Career and Technical Education, and Professional Development. See our new catalog at NGL.Cengage.com/catalogs. Kendall Hunt Kendall Hunt Publishing Company Tim Pope [email protected] 563-589-1075 https://k12.kendallhunt.com/ FOSS/School Specialty FOSS K-8 science is hands-on, inquiry based science curriculum Eileen Patrick [email protected] 7204802167 https://www.deltaeducation.com/foss/next- fully aligned to NGSS and the WA science standards. Engage generation students in rigorous science that integrates literacy simultaneously to increase students achievement in BOTH science and literacy! Vernier Vernier Software & Technology is a leading innovator of scientific Angie Harr [email protected] 888-837-6437 www.vernier.com data-collection technology. Focused on STEM, Vernier is dedicated to developing creative ways to teach and learn using hands-on science. Vernier creates easy-to-use science interfaces, sensors, and graphing/analysis software. Vernier’s technology- based solutions enhance STEM education, increase learning, and build students’ critical thinking skills. STEMSCOPES STEMscopes is a customizable, blended learning STEM Meghan Coleman [email protected] 281-833-4535 STEMscopes PreK-12 curriculum that puts the power in the hands of teachers. STEMscopes owes its success to a crowdsourcing platform where classroom teachers lead by content and pedagogy experts build lessons. Combine digital and print resources and easy-to-use materials kits to adapt to any learning and teaching style. CAROLINA Carolina Biological curriculum products provide everything Jeff Frates [email protected] 336-380-8647 Carolina Biological Supply you need -Lab , Print and Digital materials – in one package. Hands-on, inquiry-based kits, Teacher Guides with NGSS aligned resources incorporating the 5 innovations including phenomena and three dimensional learning, access to Carolina Science Online, and student guides are all included ETS Travell Educational Travel Services is a student group tour company Judi Tichenor [email protected] 503 653-3988 www.etsi.ws serving educators for 30 years. We specialize in educational, curriculum based tours for educators interested in opening the world to their students outside the classroom walls. Murdock Partners in science program Kris Stone [email protected] 2088607816 https://murdocktrust.org/grant-opportunities/ M. J. Murdock Charitable high-school-science-teachers-and-research- Trust partners/ Oregon Aquarium Oregon Coast Aquarium Marsh Myers [email protected] http://oceanscape.aquarium.org Oceanscape Network Seattle Pacific University Graduate Admissions, Seattle Pacific University Jason Chivers [email protected] 2062812566 Seattle Pacific University

31 Exhibitors WSTA 2017

Name Company Information First name Last name e-Mail Phone Company Web Site Clean Energy Institute The Clean Energy Institute at the University of Washington is Shaun Taylor [email protected] 206 685 2029 cei.washington.edu conducting research in solar, storage and grid integration. Its education efforts include energy lessons, classroom visits by the Clean Energy Ambassadors, tours, workshops and summer research experiences for teachers and undergraduates. NSTA National Science Teachers Association Rick Bounds [email protected] 703-312-9210 www.nsta.org Nutrients for Life The Nutrients for Life Foundation is a WA DC based foundation Rick Phillips [email protected] 208-235-5685 nutrientsforlife.org focused on providing free science-based curricula and resources to K-12 science teachers. All resources meet US and Washington State Science Standards Nature Bridge NatureBridge provides hands-on environmental science Samuel Drucker [email protected] 2063826212 ext 13 naturebridge.org programs for children and teens. Our multi-day programs take place outdoors in the magnificence of nature’s classroom, where students are immersed in the wonder and science of our national parks in Yosemite, Golden Gate, Olympic, Santa Monica Mountains, Channel Islands, and Prince William Forest. Pacific Education PEI has a commitment to advance science literacy and deepen Denise Buck [email protected] 360-705-9286 PacificEducationInstitute.org Institute student engagement by empowering educators to take students outdoors to learn integrated, real world science. PEI is grounding STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) education by integrating it with language arts, social studies and art and applying it in contexts that matter to communities. We call this FieldSTEM®. FieldSTEM, when taught with fidelity, allows students to approach their learning from many entry points to weigh the complexity of social, ecological, and economic tradeoffs involved in addressing environmental problems and issues. Ecucurious Educurious provides blended project-based courses that engage Vicky Bush [email protected] 949-230-1800 educurious.org students in developing solutions to real-world challenges. Our blended learning approach leverages an online platform to deliver curriculum and provide a space for collaboration. Educators, students, and experts team up on project work and incorporate 21st-century learning with today’s technology. NSTA National Science Teachers Association (NSTA Press) has published over 200 professional development books and tablet- based eBooks+ to enrich learning in all science classes K-16.

1840 Wilson Boulevard Dan Taylor [email protected] 360-608-2069 www.nsta.org Arlington, VA 22201-3092 Pacific Science Center Let us bring Pacific Science Center to you. Science On Wheels Lauren Koontz [email protected] 2064433657 pacsci.org/science-on-wheels travels across the Pacific Northwest with interactive workshops, live stage shows and portable exhibit sets that build excitement for science, math, engineering and more. Programs are designed to support current science standards and range in length from 40 minutes to a full day of exploration and discovery.

32 Name Company Information First name Last name e-Mail Phone Company Web Site Clean Energy Institute The Clean Energy Institute at the University of Washington is Shaun Taylor [email protected] 206 685 2029 cei.washington.edu conducting research in solar, storage and grid integration. Its education efforts include energy lessons, classroom visits by the Clean Energy Ambassadors, tours, workshops and summer research experiences for teachers and undergraduates. NSTA National Science Teachers Association Rick Bounds [email protected] 703-312-9210 www.nsta.org Nutrients for Life The Nutrients for Life Foundation is a WA DC based foundation Rick Phillips [email protected] 208-235-5685 nutrientsforlife.org focused on providing free science-based curricula and resources to K-12 science teachers. All resources meet US and Washington State Science Standards Nature Bridge NatureBridge provides hands-on environmental science Samuel Drucker [email protected] 2063826212 ext 13 naturebridge.org programs for children and teens. Our multi-day programs take place outdoors in the magnificence of nature’s classroom, where students are immersed in the wonder and science of our national parks in Yosemite, Golden Gate, Olympic, Santa Monica Mountains, Channel Islands, and Prince William Forest. Pacific Education PEI has a commitment to advance science literacy and deepen Denise Buck [email protected] 360-705-9286 PacificEducationInstitute.org Institute student engagement by empowering educators to take students outdoors to learn integrated, real world science. PEI is grounding STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) education by integrating it with language arts, social studies and art and applying it in contexts that matter to communities. We call this FieldSTEM®. FieldSTEM, when taught with fidelity, allows students to approach their learning from many entry points to weigh the complexity of social, ecological, and economic tradeoffs involved in addressing environmental problems and issues. Ecucurious Educurious provides blended project-based courses that engage Vicky Bush [email protected] 949-230-1800 educurious.org students in developing solutions to real-world challenges. Our blended learning approach leverages an online platform to deliver curriculum and provide a space for collaboration. Educators, students, and experts team up on project work and incorporate 21st-century learning with today’s technology. NSTA National Science Teachers Association (NSTA Press) has published over 200 professional development books and tablet- based eBooks+ to enrich learning in all science classes K-16.

33 Exhibitors WSTA 2017

Name Company Information First name Last name e-Mail Phone Company Web Site WA Opportunity Scholarship Created in 2011 to address rising tuition at Washington colleges and universities, the Washington State Opportunity Scholarship (WSOS) provides funding to low- and middle-income students pursuing STEM and health care degrees. To fulfill the promise of better educational and career opportunities, businesses and the Washington State Legislature joined forces to create this public- private partnership, which includes major employers such as Boeing and Microsoft. * STEM Scholarships: Since 2011, WSOS has awarded nearly 9,0000 scholarships to students pursuing higher education STEM & health care degrees. WSOS awards and renews approximately 3,000 scholarships annually. Recipients are eligible for up to $22,500 across five years. * Educational Opportunities: WSOS scholars attend 68 two- and four-year public colleges and universities across the state, and nearly 200 majors are eligible for study. * Scholar Supports and Enhancement Services: Resources, Theresa Britschgi waopportunityscholarship.org 206-660-4072 programs, internships and career-building events help scholars quickly enter high-demand fields after graduation. Creosity Space CreositySpace connects elementary students and teachers to Kath Geramita [email protected] 5103931707 www.creosityspace.com STEM through entrepreneurship. CreositySpace translates the technology discoveries and personal stories of today’s entrepreneurs to give teachers the tools they need to integrate STEM concepts into every class and make STEM current, real and relatable to young minds. Museum of Flight The Museum of Flight exists to acquire, preserve and exhibit historically significant air and space artifacts, which provide a foundation for scholarly research and lifelong learning programs that inspire an interest in and understanding of science, technology and the humanities. Washington Aerospace Scholars (WAS) is a dual-phase program Stacy Harbour-Van Hoy [email protected] 2067645863 http://www.museumofflight.org/Education/ Washington Aerospace specifically designed for high school juniors. This program Explore-programs/was Scholars focuses on topics related to the history and future exploration of space by NASA as well as topics in Earth and space science. The Washington Aerospace Scholars gives high school juniors a chance to earn UW college credits—giving them an academic edge when applying for colleges. The experience also exposes them to the opportunity to work face-to-face with professional engineers, NASA scientists, university students and educators. Beyond education, this program will help students build their confidence, maturity and independence while having fun learning about the universe in which we live, meeting other students with similar interests and challenging themselves to design realistic future space missions. Museum of Flight The Museum of Flight/WAS Stacy Harbour-Van Hoy [email protected] 2067645863 The Museum of Flight River Mile Network The River Mile Network

34 Name Company Information First name Last name e-Mail Phone Company Web Site WA Opportunity Scholarship Created in 2011 to address rising tuition at Washington colleges and universities, the Washington State Opportunity Scholarship (WSOS) provides funding to low- and middle-income students pursuing STEM and health care degrees. To fulfill the promise of better educational and career opportunities, businesses and the Washington State Legislature joined forces to create this public- private partnership, which includes major employers such as Boeing and Microsoft. * STEM Scholarships: Since 2011, WSOS has awarded nearly 9,0000 scholarships to students pursuing higher education STEM & health care degrees. WSOS awards and renews approximately 3,000 scholarships annually. Recipients are eligible for up to $22,500 across five years. * Educational Opportunities: WSOS scholars attend 68 two- and four-year public colleges and universities across the state, and nearly 200 majors are eligible for study. * Scholar Supports and Enhancement Services: Resources, Theresa Britschgi waopportunityscholarship.org 206-660-4072 programs, internships and career-building events help scholars quickly enter high-demand fields after graduation. Creosity Space CreositySpace connects elementary students and teachers to Kath Geramita [email protected] 5103931707 www.creosityspace.com STEM through entrepreneurship. CreositySpace translates the technology discoveries and personal stories of today’s entrepreneurs to give teachers the tools they need to integrate STEM concepts into every class and make STEM current, real and relatable to young minds. Museum of Flight The Museum of Flight exists to acquire, preserve and exhibit historically significant air and space artifacts, which provide a foundation for scholarly research and lifelong learning programs that inspire an interest in and understanding of science, technology and the humanities. Washington Aerospace Scholars (WAS) is a dual-phase program Stacy Harbour-Van Hoy [email protected] 2067645863 http://www.museumofflight.org/Education/ Washington Aerospace specifically designed for high school juniors. This program Explore-programs/was Scholars focuses on topics related to the history and future exploration of space by NASA as well as topics in Earth and space science. The Washington Aerospace Scholars gives high school juniors a chance to earn UW college credits—giving them an academic edge when applying for colleges. The experience also exposes them to the opportunity to work face-to-face with professional engineers, NASA scientists, university students and educators. Beyond education, this program will help students build their confidence, maturity and independence while having fun learning about the universe in which we live, meeting other students with similar interests and challenging themselves to design realistic future space missions. Museum of Flight The Museum of Flight/WAS Stacy Harbour-Van Hoy [email protected] 2067645863 The Museum of Flight River Mile Network The River Mile Network

35 Exhibitors WSTA 2017

Name Company Information First name Last name e-Mail Phone Company Web Site An education program of the National Park Service at Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area. The River Mile The River Mile is a network of educators, students, resource Janice Elvidge [email protected] 509-754-7848 therivermile.org managers and scientists in the Columbia River Watershed exploring the essential question: “How do relationships among components of an ecosystem affect watershed health?” Students and teachers engage in science education outdoors and explore scientific practices through real-world resource projects. PEARSON Pearson Glenn Gordon [email protected] 425.503.9146 www.pearsonschool.com PreK-12 Education Pacific NW Seismic Network The Pacific Northwest Seismic Network is the authoritative Jonathan Connolly [email protected] 206-235-1045 pnsn.org seismic network for Washington and Oregon State. Houghton Mifflin Harcourt At Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, we believe that lifelong learning is Scott Hammond [email protected] 509-430-0977 hmhco.com inspired by curiosity. Join us as we combine a passion for learning with the power of education to explore new perspectives, discover what’s possible, and inspire! Better products and services…More personalization and flexibility…Content that is innovative and effective.

36 Exhibitors WSTA 2017

37 Workshops WSTA 2017

Special Sessions--Process-Oriented Guided Inquiry Learning (POGIL)--special fee $25, runs all day Saturday

Name Title Workshops Description NGSS Standards Time Session Grade level

Mare Sullivan Supporting the Immerse yourself in collaborative POGIL strategies can 9:10-12:00 MS, HS, C, U NGSS with Process- learning to experience POGIL from be used with almost Oriented Guided- a student’s perspective. You will any disciplinary core Inquiry Learning experience group roles, analyze the ideas (DCIs) and clearly (POGIL) - PART 1 design of guided inquiry activities, incorporate the SEPs. and explore the connections between POGIL strategies and NGSS Science and Engineering Practices. These strategies support students including English language learners, students with learning disabilities, students with autism spectrum disorder, and students in gifted/talented programs. Mare Sullivan Supporting the Immerse yourself in collaborative POGIL strategies can Sat 2:00-4:30 MS, HS, C, U NGSS with Process- learning to experience POGIL from be used with almost Oriented Guided- a student’s perspective. You will any disciplinary core Inquiry Learning experience group roles, analyze the ideas (DCIs) and clearly (POGIL) - PART 2 design of guided inquiry activities, incorporate the SEPs. and explore the connections between POGIL strategies and NGSS Science and Engineering Practices. These strategies support students including English language learners, students with learning disabilities, students with autism spectrum disorder, and students in gifted/talented programs. Kath Geramita Connecting Kids What better way to make STEM NGSS standards Sat 9:10-10:00 1 ELEM to STEM Through real for kids, at a time when they for grades 3 - 5. Entrepreneurship ask “What do I want to do when I Performance grow up,” than introducing them Expectation to those uniquely positioned to Standards for grades inspire them—entrepreneurs and 3 - 5 (especially the innovators! In this presentation, 3-5-ETS standards) we outline preliminary results on real life examples, the introduction of entrepreneurs activities and lessons and innovators in classrooms and around the “Science the use of integrated project based and Engineering supplemental science curriculum, Practices”, “Cross to demonstrate the positive impact Cutting Concepts”, and on both teaching kids STEM, “Connections to the as well as influencing certain nature of Science”. demographics to aspire to STEM- related careers. Jeff Frates Engineering Design The Building Blocks of Science K-PS2-1, K-PS2-2, K-2- Sat 9:10-10:00 1 ELEM for Grades K-2 program is a hands-on program ETS1-2 written for the NGSS and designed for teachers to implement in less than 30 mins a session. 38 Name Title Workshops Description NGSS Standards Time Session Grade level

Kris Stone Partners in Science Want professional development All the Science and Sat 9:10-10:00 1 HS Program that pays you $10,000 for two Engineering Practices summers, pays for 5 conferences, and offers even more money to purchase equipment for your students to inquiry-based science? Then come learn about the Partners in Science Program. Partners in Science is a non-competitive grant offered to high school science teachers to complete 2 consecutive summers of research with a professional scientist, training in using an inquiry-based model for teaching science, and conference trips to San Diego and Vancouver, Washington. Leann Pre-Service For an interdisciplinary science HS-ESS2-6.Develop Sat 9:10-10:00 1 MS, HS Schumacher Teacher Poster: class in a CWU Science Teacher a quantitative model Winogradsky Education program, we designed to describe the cycling Column: Microbial a project that meets standards of carbon among the hydrosphere, atmosphere, Ecology in the in middle and secondary school geosphere, and biosphere. Classroom science. We show how the classic Science and Engineering Winogradsky column can be Practices expanded to cover topics in Developing and Using chemistry and earth science as Models well as microbial ecology. We also Modeling in 9–12 builds included development of field skills on K–8 experiences and suggest extensions and follow and progresses to using, synthesizing, ups to the project. and developing models to predict and show relationships among variables between systems and their components in the natural and designed world(s). Develop a model based on evidence to illustrate the relationships between systems or between components of a system. Disciplinary Core Ideas ESS2.D: Weather and Climate Gradual atmospheric changes were due to plants and other organisms that captured carbon dioxide and released oxygen. Changes in the atmosphere due to human activity have increased carbon dioxide concentrations and thus affect climate. Mike Collins Integrating iPad In this hands-on workshop, you practices Sat 9:10-10:00 1 MS, HS, C, U with Vernier will use iPad with various Vernier crosscutting concepts Technology sensors to investigate biology, chemistry, and physics concepts. See how sensor-based experiments teach students about data collection and analysis—practices that promote science inquiry, improve science literacy, and boost test scores.

39 Name Title Workshops Description NGSS Standards Time Session Grade level

Brad Griffith Engineering De- Engineering design test, Lego’s vs Our craft wood bending Sat 9:10-10:40 1 ALL sign, Lego’s vs Craft Craft Stick Bending. Had Leonardo skills can apply to the Stick Bending. da Vinci known how to bend craft very youngest students woods, his inventions would have and are scaled up to looked and worked much differ- fallow student skill ently. Please come, learn, build levels into collage as and discover our new engineering needed. Older students, design tools, tips and skills to help just means larger more your students create and discover detailed and complex the next generation of engineering engineering projects. design for k-12. Design to be used any- What if your students could bend where students need to craft sticks into hundreds of build, make, conceptual shapes? These shapes are then ap- models for the science plied to building conceptual mod- and engineering stan- els, arts, prototypes and science dards. Our work is all experiments, all the while teaching hands on, students will engineering design skills. Think of a also learn how to make craft stick (popsicle stick), being as hand tools, use them flexible to bend as a big flat eraser. to create and discover Craft woods are natures pre-made talents of engineering. composite pre-preg material. Ready to use when activated, hardens and glues back to a solid craft stick, now ready to be used in the next Future Cities Competitions or become parts of a prototype science project or engineering parts to student built bridges. Discover the many ways to re-engineer craft woods to become the next engineering design model for our schools. Attendee will receive our free Tips and Tricks of Craft Stick Bending DVD. Move over Lego’s. Maker’s use real wood. Patrick Momsen Floating Trains: Experience how students 3-PS2-1: Balanced and Sat 9:10-10:40 1 ELEM Phenomena, 3-D investigate maglev trains while Unbalanced Forces Instruction, and figuring out principles of forces 3-PS2-2: Predicting Amplify Science for and engaging in three-dimensional Motion Grades 2–5 learning. 3-PS2-3: Non-Touching Forces 3-PS2-4: Solve Problem with Magnets Nayiri Zombie Washington Green Schools 5-LS2-1 ECOSYSTEMS: Sat 9:10-10:40 1 ELEM Haroutunian Guacamole! NGSS- provides support and resources INTERACTIONS, ENERGY, Aligned Curriculum to educators across Washington AND DYNAMICS about Food Waste, to engage students in leading 5-ESS3-1 EARTH AND Decomposition, environmental action in K-12 HUMAN ACTIVITY and Environmental schools. We offer new NGSS-driven SEPs: Action curricula that address 5th and 8th -Developing and Using grade standards as well as flexible Models activities for all grade levels that -Obtaining, Evaluating, lead to Green Certification for and Communicating schools. Come learn how you can Information engage your students in real world DCIs: - LS2.A: Interdependent projects that strengthen STEM Relationships in and 21st century skills and make a Ecosystems difference in our communities. - LS2.B: Cycles of Matter and Energy Transfer in Ecosystems - ESS3.C: Human Impacts on Earth Systems CCCs: - Systems and System Models

40 Name Title Workshops Description NGSS Standards Time Session Grade level

Lori Reynolds Fostering Outdoor Learn how to foster outdoor Applicable to all NGSS Sat 9:10-10:40 1 ELEM, MS Observation Skills observation skills through science standards. Through Science notebooking. Through Pacific Notebooking Education Institute’s guide Fostering Outdoor Observation Skills and the basics of science notebooking, experience the authentic use of writing in science learning as the important tool it is. Students need to be reading, writing and thinking about science as well as doing it. This session will help you connect your science instruction from hands-on to minds-on. Lois Sherwood Educating your Ad- Participants will experience an 5-PS2-1 Sat 9:10-10:40 1 ELEM, MS, ministrators about interactive workshop that they can HS NGSS do for Their School Board to help them understand the importance of NGSS Saskia Incorporating The Next Generation Science Stan- This session will focus Sat 9:10-10:40 1 HS van Bergen Green Chemistry dards call for all students to analyze on: Into the Chemistry problems and create solutions. DCI: Classroom Green chemistry is the science of HS-PS1-4 Develop a creating safe, energy efficient and model to illustrate that less toxic processes and products the relese or absorption that provide sustainable solutions of energy from a chem- for the environmental problems ical reaction system de- facing our society today. Green pends upon the changes chemistry provides a framework in total bond energy. and lens for learning, teaching and CCC: investigating chemistry concepts. Energy and Matter: Join us to learn what green Changes of energy and chemistry is and how innovative matter in a system can technologies can be used as tools to be described in terms of capture the imagination of the next energy and matter flows generation of problem solvers. This into, out of, and within workshop will feature hands-on that system. green chemistry replacement labs SEP: that offer safe alternatives to con- Developing and Us- cepts currently taught in a chemis- ing Models: Develop a try classroom . model based on evidence to illustrate the relationships between systems or between components of a system. Jen Kidder Using place-based Join us as we explore using field NGSS practices: focus on Sat 9:10-10:40 1 MS phenomena found science investigations to both iden- 1, 3, 4, 6 in our local Nation- tify and explore scientific phenom- al Parks to focus ena. Student Science Investigations Rebekah Cheney NGSS Assessment Through a hands-on process, par- MS PS2-3, MS PS2-5, Sat 9:10-10:40 1 MS, HS Literacy & Creation ticipants will learn how to “unpack” MS PS3-1, MS PS3-2 the N.G.S.S. standards and generate will be unpacked and phenomena. Participants will learn used to model a 3D how to create three dimensional assessment cluster. paperless assessment items aligned to the 2018 Washington State As- sessment through the use of Google forms.

41 Name Title Workshops Description NGSS Standards Time Session Grade level

Victor Sampson Argument-Driven Learn about Argument-Driven SEPs Addressed: Sat 9:10-10:40 1 MS, HS Inquiry Inquiry and how it can help Asking Questions and students learn how to use core Defining Problems ideas, crosscutting concepts, and Developing and Using scientific practice to explain natural Models phenomena. Planning and Carrying Out Investigations Analyzing and Interpreting Data Using Mathematics and Computational Thinking Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions Engaging in Argument from Evidence Obtaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information Carolyn Colley Talk Moves for a One thing effective science teachers This session targets Sat 10:10- 2 ELEM Purpose know how to do is to intentionally ways teachers can 11:00 structure student talk to support intentionally design and learning. This session focuses on facilitate opportunities using science talk for a purpose: for purposeful student examining how teacher facilitation talk as a way to: “(1) can open or close opportunities value and respect the for student reasoning, how other experiences that all structures (norms, routines, students bring from scaffolds) support student talk so their backgrounds (e.g., that all learners can participate in homes or communities), substantive ways, and how teachers’ (2) articulate students’ intentional use of talk moves can background knowledge foster rigorous and equitable (e.g., cultural or student-centered discussions. In linguistic knowledge) this session, teachers will analyze with disciplinary whole-class science discussion knowledge” (page 6, examples and leave with actionable NGSS Appendix D All principles to plan for, enact, and Standards, All Students). reflect on using talk purposefully This session uses a in day-to-day work with students. grade 4 circuits unit as The examples in this session are the content example; from grade 4 classrooms where Specifically, it features students were engaged in a circuits a closer look at how to and energy transfer unit. That support student talk said, the challenge of planning using NGSS performance and facilitating rigorous and expectations, using equitable student-centered science 4-PS3-2 as an example talk is relevant to all K-12 science (4-PS3-2 Make teachers. observations to provide evidence that energy can be transferred from place to place by sound, light, heat, and electric currents). Lori Lancaster Demystifying While investigating the DCI -Wave Properties Sat 10:10- 2 ELEM, MS STEM - Earthquake phenomenon of Waves through 4-PS4-1 11:00 Proof Towers and the 3 Dimensions of the NGSS we CC - Cause and Effect Engineering Design will design and build earthquake SEP - Developing proof towers that can withstand Models and Construction the devastating horizontal S Design Solutions waves. Through this hands-on investigation we will demystify the DCI for Waves, the SEPS of engineering design and how best to teach them through STEM.

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Eileen Patrick Integrating Science The standards expect ALL students Science and Sat 10:10- 2 ELEM, MS and Literacy to be able to communicate their Engineering Practices 11:00 findings and understandings. This 6 - constructing is a complex language task. Learn explanations, 7 strategies to support ALL students -Engaging in argument in their communication skills. from evidence, and 8-Obtaining, evaluating, and communicating information.

Dawn Tessadore Embitec: PCR: Discover how using PCR in the NGSS Sat 10:10- 2 HS, C, U PTC Tasting Kit classroom makes evolution LS1-1 11:00 Using MiniOne come alive. Embtec’s PCR Kit for LS3-3 PCR and MiniOne PTC Tasting with the use of the LS4-2 Electrophoresis MiniOne PCR System and MiniOne LS4-3 Systems Electorphoresis System will have students performing the real skills Crosscutting Concepts of researchers using the real tools to Patterns discover how their own DNA shows Cause & Effect patterns of the past. Scale, Proportion & How do scientists research Quantity patterns of evolution? How do Structure & Function biotechnology tools, mathematical models and bioinformatics help Science and Engineering scientists find new understandings Practices about evolutionary change? Nature of Science This curriculum introduces students to the use of AP:Biology bioinformatics tools, perform 1A1: Natural selection is a series of biotechnology labs a major mechanism of to isolate and identify a gene of evolution. interest, and create a mathematical 1A2: Natural selection model of evolution in a population acts on phenotypic in order to analyze the change variations in in allele frequencies over time. populations. Students are asked to formulate, 1A4: Biological evolution test and revise a hypothesis of PTC is supported by scientific tasting in non-human primates. evidence from many This curriculum is intended to meet disciplines, including the objectives stated for AP Biology mathematics. Labs 2 (Mathematical Modeling: 1B2: Phylogenetic Hardy-Weinberg), 3 (Comparing trees and cladograms DNA Sequences to Understand are graphical Evolutionary Relationships with representations (models) BLAST) and 9 (Biotechnology: of evolutionary history Restriction Enzyme Analysis of that can be tested. DNA). It also meets many of the LS 1C3: Populations of NGSS standards for HS biology to organisms continue to use in Biology and Honors Biology. evolve. This workshop will go over the 3A1: DNA, and in curriculum, teachers will see the some cases RNA, is new mini PCR and the MiniOne the primary source of Electorphoresis kits and we will go heritable information. over ways to write grants to fund 3A3: The chromosomal projects like this. The PCR Kit basis of inheritance would be available for purchase to provides an use in classroom electrophoresis understanding of the boxes and other PCR machines. pattern of passage (transmission) of genes from parent to offspring.

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Jonathan Building a 3D, Learn how high school teachers HS-PS1-1, HS-PS1-8, Sat 10:10- 2 MS, HS Frostad NGSS-based are developing and implementing HS-ESS1-1, HS,ESS1-3, 11:00 Chemistry course an NGSS-based chemistry course HS-PS1-2, HS-PS1-4, from the ground up using engaging phenomena as HS, PS1-7, HS-LS2-5, the foundation for guided student HS-ESS2-6, HS-PS2-5, inquiry projects. HS-PS3-1, HS-PS3-3, HS-PS3-4, HS-PS1-5, HS-ESS2-5, HS-ESS3-2, HS-ESS3-5, HS-ESS3-6, HS-ETS1-1 Stacy Meyer The Case for What is happening with elementary All Standards for All Sat 9:10-10:00 2 ELEM Teaching science in your system? Do Students Elementary Science all students have adequate opportunities to learn science? This session will explore data on elementary science in Washington and research that supports the importance of early science experiences. Participants will interact with others around a tool to support equitable access to elementary science. Additional tools and resources that support leadership for Next Generation Science Standards will be shared.

Jeff Frates Science and Smithsonian Science for the PS4.A, K-2:ETS1.A, Sat 10:40- 3 ELEM Coding with the Classroom: K-2:ETS1.B, K-2:ETS1.C 12:00 Smithsonian - is designed from the ground up to meet the Next Generation Science Standards - is educative for teachers as they learn to implement new standards - incorporates findings from education research on how students learn - is centered on coherent storylines with a logical flow from lesson to lesson as students work toward explaining phenomena or designing solutions to problems - broadens access to world-class Smithsonian collections, experts, and resources - includes instructional supports to ensure all students can meet the standards - incorporates a comprehensive assessment system to monitor student progress

44 Name Title Workshops Description NGSS Standards Time Session Grade level

Victor Sampson Argument-Driven Promoting Science Proficiency by SEPs Addressed: Sat 10:40- 3 ELEM Inquiry in the Transforming Lab Activities in Asking Questions and 12:00 Elementary grades 3 - 5 Defining Problems Classroom Developing and Using Models Planning and Carrying Out Investigations Analyzing and Interpreting Data Using Mathematics and Computational Thinking Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions Engaging in Argument from Evidence Obtaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information Adrienne Houck Real World Real World Science: WWII explores key Operations and Sat 10:40- 3 ELEM, MS Science: Innovation STEM concepts using real world WWII Calculations: Assembly Line 12:00 due to Necessity examples.Teach your students how and Trajectory: 3-5th grade during WWII: necessity, knowledge, perseverance and CCSS Math 5.G.A.2 skill leads to inventions, innovation, and 3-5-ETS-1 and 3. 3-5 PS2- Spark Students careers in STEM (Science, Technology, A-Both effect of unbalanced Engineering, and Mathematics), just forces change motion and like in World War II. Make it come gravitational force of Earth alive by attaching real stories with easy pulls object towards Earth’s to build science activities to drive your center. inquiry projects. All lessons are attached 6-8th grades CCSS Math to a variety of NGSS standards including 6.EE.C.9. Cross-cutting engineering and follow 5E education concepts Patterns, MS- skills. Learn to integrate across middle ETS1-1 and 2, 6-8 PS2-A school departments or within your own classroom by using science to Saving Soldiers: Blood in a meet common core standards of math, Bag 3rd-8th Grade NGSS ELA, and SS. The instructor of this Science and Engineering workshop is a WA state middle school Practices: Asking Questions teacher who participated in the national and Defining Problems. program at the WWII museum in New NGSS science and Orleans this past July. During this Engineering Practices workshop, teachers will get hands-on Constructing Explanations with some of the labs in this curriculum, and Designing Solutions learn how connecting history with NGSS Science and science can open career opportunities Engineering Practices: for their students and see the many Developing and Using resources available to bring the actual Models WWII museum into their classroom. 6th-8th grade All Living Participating teachers will get to take things are made up of cells. home the over 200 page Real World In Organisms, cells work Science curriculum when finished with together to form tissues and workshop for free. organs that are specialized for particular body functions. NGSS LS1-A

All lessons in Curriculum are Attached to NGSS Standards, we will only be able to cover 3 hands on activities and 6 WWII Related lessons tied to these activities during 90 minute workshop.

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Janice Elvidge The River Mile The River Mile Network (TRM) is Objectives: Sat 10:40- 3 ELEM, Network a participant driven approach to Participants will 12:00 MS, HS investigation and understanding of •Have access to STEM the Columbia River Watershed to resources, opportunities explore the essential question: How do relationships among components and examples through of an ecosystem affect watershed The River Mile Network. health? The program is managed and • Take home examples of presented by Lake Roosevelt National STEM resources to use Recreation Area, a unit of the National with students. Park Service, along with partners • Hear students describe who represent natural and cultural their articipation in resource professions and the education STEM-related career community. opportunities. Pacific Education Institute (PEI) and The River Mile (TRM) provide ESS2.A STEM teacher training that brings Earth materials and environment, agriculture and natural systems resources into science education. PEI’s ESS2.B FieldSTEM™ technique integrates Plate tectonics and large- the new Washington State Learning scale system interactions Standards combining Next Generation Science Standards with Common Core ESS2.C English Language Arts and Math, using The roles of water in a local area of each school as the focus Earth’s surface processes for learning. ESS2.E Biogeology During this session participants will ESS3.A learn about The River Mile Network and Natural resources how they can integrate participation in ESS3.C Field investigations, and data collection and sharing, into their classroom Human impacts on curriculum. Earth systems LS2.A Columbia School, Hunters, Washington, will share how their school participates in The River Mile Network. Students will present how they participate and the opportunities it has presented. Teacher, Deb Berg will share more about the history of the school’s participation and how it has affected student learning. Sandra Porter Zika Virus and Can we repurpose existing drugs HS-ETS1-2, HS-ETS1-4, Sat 10:40- 3 HS, C, U Drug Discovery to treat new viruses? Learn how Language Arts - SL.11- 12:00 students can apply bioinformatics 12.5, RST.11-12.8, HS- tools like BLAST and Molecule LS4-1 World to address real-world problems and make discoveries. Amber Strunk Modern Physics for Modern physics is exciting and MS-PS1-1 to 4; HS-PS1-8, Sat 10:40-12:00 3 MS, HS All engaging to students. However it HS-PS2-4, HS-PS3-3, HS- has been historically considered too PS4-3 difficult for students until college. In HS-PS4-4, HS-PS4-5 this workshop I will show you how to bring the exciting world of modern physics into your middle and high school classroom. You will leave with hands on, NGSS aligned, activities that make modern physics tangible to students.

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Bernice O’Brien Welcome to the The widespread influence of human ...numbers and types Sat 10:40- 3 MS, HS Anthropocene: development has lead scientists across of organisms in stable 12:00 Scaffolding disciplines to argue we have entered a conditions, but changing Scientific new geologic epoch, the Anthropocene. conditions may result in a Discover free BioInteractive resources new ecosystem. Argumentation that allow students to explore human impacts through online interactives, HS-LS2-7. Design, evaluate, and leave with ready-made lessons that and refine a solution for can be used on Monday. Participants reducing the impacts will practice using scaffolds to help of human activities on every student develop scientific the environment and argumentation skills, and use data to biodiversity.* make claims about human impacts on Earth systems. HS-ESS3-6. Use a computational SEPs: Using Mathematics and representation to illustrate Computational Thinking, Engaging in the relationships among Argument from Evidence Earth systems and how those relationships are CCCs: Stability and Change, Cause and being modified due to Effect human activity

DCIs: LS2.C: Ecosystem Dynamics, MS-ESS3-4. Construct an Functioning, and Resilience argument supported by evidence for how increases LS4.D: Biodiversity and Humans in human population and ESS3.C: Human Impacts on Earth per-capita consumption of Systems natural resources impact Earth’s systems. PEs: HS-LS2-6. Evaluate the claims, MS-LS2-5. Evaluate evidence, and reasoning that the competing design solutions complex interactions in ecosystems for maintaining biodiversity maintain relatively consistent ... and ecosystem services.

Saskia Inspiring the Next Green chemistry provides a framework CCC: Sat 10:40- 3 MS, HS van Bergen Generation of and lens for learning, teaching and Structure and Function- 12:00 Innovators investigating chemistry concepts Structures can be designed with a 21st century STEM skill set. to serve particular functions The chemistry of dyes, pigments and by taking into account materials is a fascinating and interactive properties of different way to engage and excite students in materials and how materials the lab. Join us as we investigate and can be shaped and used . explore new innovative green chemistry Influence of Science, technologies that help connect real- Engineering, Technology world applications in the lab. This on Society and the session will feature lab activities that Natural World- The uses examine the chemistry of natural and of technologies and any synthetic fibers in addition to analyzing limitations on their use how pH influences the ability of dyes to are driven by individual adhere to fabrics . or societal needs, desires and values; by the findings of scientific research; and by the differences in such factors as climate, natural resources and economic conditions. Thus technology This session will focus primarily on: use varies from region to DCI: region and over time. MS-PS1-3. Gather and make sense of SEP: information to describe that synthetic Developing and Using materials come from natural resources Models: Develop a model and impact society. to predict and/or describe MS-ETS1-2. Evaluate competing design phenomena. solutions using a systematic process to determine how well they meet the criteria and constraints of the problem.

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Jose, Pat Making your Claim According to the NGSS, scientific Engaging in Argument Sat 11:10-12 4 ELEM Rios. Otto Outdoors argumentation is an essential part from Evidence, of both scientific and engineering Support an argument practices. Central to scientific with evidence, data, argumentation is the relationship or a model. (5-LS1- between claims and evidence. In 1); Analyzing and this session, we will model how to Interpreting Data. observe trees to discover the many types of organisms that use them as habitats and answer the question, “Do trees provide habitats for a variety of organisms?” During this session, we will discuss categorizing organisms, creating graphs to analyze data, and using talk moves to discuss claims and evidence. Shaun Taylor Clean Energy Explore new lessons with cutting 4-PS3-4 Energy Sat 11:10-12 4 ELEM, MS, Investigations edge science and engineering Apply scientific ideas to HS processes. Connect with Clean design, test, and refine a Energy Institute resources. device that converts energy from one form to another.*

HS-PS3-1 Energy Create a computational model to calculate the change in the energy of one component in a system when the change in energy of the other component(s) and energy flows in and out of the system are known.

HS-PS3-3 Energy Design, build, and refine a device that works within given constraints to convert one form of energy into another form of energy.* MS-ETS1 Engineering Design Dawn Cope Questions and What is happening in state science all Sat 11:10-12 4 ELEM, MS, Answers About assessment? What changes HS the State Science are coming as we transition to Assessments comprehensive assessments of the Washington State 2013 K-12 Science Learning Standards (Next Generation Science Standards)? This session will provide an update on the development and administration of science assessments in grades 5, 8, and 11. Rochelle, Craig Leveraging the Join us for the unveiling of OSPI’s LS2 – Ecosystems, Sat 11:10-12 4 ELEM, MS, T. Environmental newly revised ESE Core Content ESS2 – Earth’s Systems, HS Gandour-Rood, Sustainability Connections digital tool. This ESS3 – Earth and Gabler (ESE) Standards to tool is intended to help classroom Human Activity, ETS1 – Support NGSS – A teachers (at all grade levels) see Engineering Design New Tool connections between the NGSS Cause & Effect; Systems standards and our Environmental & System Models; & Sustainability Education (ESE) Stability & Change standards. During the session you Engaging in Argument; will be introduced to the tool, have Constructing a chance to work with it at your Explanations/ grade level, and experience some of Solving Problems; the resources that can support your Obtaining, Evaluating, students’ learning. Bring a laptop or & Communicating tablet if you have one. Information

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Delia Wallis Curriculum for a Engage in inquiry-based activities Cross-Cutting Concepts: Sat 11:10-12 4 MS, HS Crowded World that help students understand CCC1, 2, 3, 7 the concepts of carrying capacity, Disciplinary Core Ideas: “ecological footprints” and Earth and Space Science sustainability in nature. Activity (ESS3 A,C,D); Life formats include concept-mapping, Sciences (LS2.A; LS4.D) cooperative group problem solving, Science & Engineering graphing and analysis, role-playing Practices: SEP 1-8 simulations and resource-allocation games. The presented activities build skills in science, math and social sciences, while applying learning to authentic problems. The presenter will also discuss how to put issues of sustainability into a social context and foster civic engagement. Participants will receive lesson plans and background readings on CD-ROM, as well as links to recommended online resources. Mary Burt Interdisciplinary Presenters will share strategies NGSS Standards: Sat 11:10-12 4 MS, HS Partnerships and used for developing Claim-Evidence Science and Engineering Claim-Evidence writing skills in 9-10 grade Practice #7: Engaging in Writing in Science students, particularly with reluctant Argument from evidence writers. They will also share their CCSS Standards: CCS story of partnership-building Writing Anchor #1: across disciplines to better support Write arguments to students. support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence. Ruthanna, Pre-Service An elementary science methods K-LS1-1- Use Sat 2:10 to 5 ELEM Emily, Abi , Teacher Poster: class designed and taught a unit observation to describe 3:00 Mallery Oceanography for on aspects of oceanography. The patterns of what plants Myers. Ashcraft, Pre-K to Grade 2 ‘audience consisted of 15 students and animals need to Ilar, Walk from pre K to grade 2. The four survive. lessons presented covered sorting and classification of objects found K-ESS2- Construct an at the beach, beach erosion by argument supported by wave action, buoyancy and density evidence for how plants related to salt water, and coastal and animals can change pollution. the environment to meet their needs.

K-ESS3-1- Use the model to represent the relationship between the needs of different plants and animals and the places they live.

49 Name Title Workshops Description NGSS Standards Time Session Grade level

Kristen Neural Looking for authentic and engaging Engineering design Sat 2:10-3:00 5 ELEM, MS, Bergsman Engineering: ways to bring engineering into your standards: HS Helping the Body secondary science classroom? Join MS-ETS1-1, 1-2, 1-3, 1-4 Heal, Feel, and us in exploring a growing library HS-ETS1-1, 1-2, 1-3, 1-4 Move Again of teacher-authored curriculum resources (Grades 6-12) focused Key disciplinary on the cutting-edge field of neural standards: engineering. Sensorimotor neural MS-LS1-8; MS-LS1-2 engineering is a high interest topic HS-PS3-3; HS-PS4-5; that applies STEM concepts toward HS-LS1-2 helping to improve the lives of people with neurological disorders. Key SEPs: Join former participants of the Developing and Research Experience for Teachers Using Models; Asking program as they share how to Questions and Defining bring neuroscience concepts and Problems; Analyzing engineering design challenges into and Interpreting the secondary science classroom. Data; Constructing In this workshop, teacher-authors Explanations and will share their curriculum units Designing Solutions; and demonstrate devices—such Mathematical and as an EMG-controlled robotic Computational Thinking; gripper hand and an artificial Obtaining, Evaluating, neural network constructed from and Communicating Arduino Uno rigs—that illustrate Information basic concepts of the sensorimotor feedback loop. Leave with access to Key CCCs: a growing library of NGSS aligned, Influence of Science, classroom-ready resources for life Engineering, and and physical science teachers. Technology on Society and the Natural World; Cause and Effect, Systems and Systems Models, Structure and Function Lois A’Peak’ at WAVES Participants will engage in the MS-PS4-2 and 4-PS4-3 Sat 2:10-3:00 5 ELEM, MS, Sherwood Prigression progression of light standards HS Workshop through the grade levels to understand how DCI’s, SEP’s and CCC’s build through the grade levels. They will also experience 3-D learning while they experience a taste of WSTS’a full day progression workshop. Dr. Michael, Virtual Labs You BYOD! Virtual labs you conduct NGSS standards are Sat 2:10-3:00 5 ELEM, MS, Charity Can Conduct and and grade in an hour! Labs that addressed including a HS Sao Pedro, Grade in Under an grade themselves and allow large number of DCIs, Staudenraus Hour! students to perform authentic SEPs, and CCCs. A investigations. Join Dr. Michael Sao detailed breakdown is Pedro and Charity Staudenraus to available here: http:// learn how immediate, personalized www.inqits.com/ feedback can promote equity and support/ inform instruction.

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Midge Yergen Professional Let WSTA and NSTA show you Professional Sat 2:10-3:00 5 ELEM, MS, Membership: What how they can help you in your preparation. HS Can NSTA and professional career through WSTA Do For You? membership in your professional organizations. Have you experienced the professional development available at the NSTA Learning Center? Do you know about award opportunities through NSTA and WSTA? Are you aware of the workshops and upcoming conferences to help you earn your STEM clock hours? Come join us as we help you navigate the benefits of professional memberships! Erika Harnett The Northwest The Northwest Earth and Space ESS1 - Earth’s place in Sat 2:10-3:00 5 MS, HS Earth and Space Sciences Pipeline has numerous the Universe Sciences Pipeline free opportunities for schools and ESS2 - Earth’s System teachers working with underserved ETS1 - Engineering students and students under- Design represented in STEM - from LS2 - Ecosystems: rocketry showcases to summer Interactions, Energy and camps and teacher professional Dynamics development. This presentation will provide an overview of opportunities offered and how schools can request a visit from this NASA-funded program. Participants will be able to try some of the hands-on learning opportunities available for students. Mike Nepean Who’s in Your Who’s in Your Network...? This presentation is Sat 2:10-3:40 5 ELEM Network...for NGSS intended to support Field Experiences? Strategies to grow and sustain high- efforts to take science impact, NGSS integrated projects practices outdoors on and off your school campus to increase rigor and (High Impact Field Experiences). engagement. Although there will be examples that address specific standards: ESS2 (E), ESS3 (A), ESS3 (C), and LS4 (D), among others, meeting these standards is not the focus but rather an example of why and how standards can be met applying science practices in/related to the natural and designed world. Vickei Hrdina Developing Locally In this session, we will outline 4th grade energy (PS3-1, Sat 2:10-3:40 5 ELEM, MS Relevant STEM regional partnerships that connect PS3-2, PS3-3, PS3-4) Instruction for STEM professionals to the and MS- ESS3-2, ESS2-3 NGSS classroom and serve as the basis and ETS1-4 for developing units of instruction on locally relevant problems. Participants will walk away with strategies for identifying and communicating with local STEM partners. In addition, participants will receive templates for planning phenomena-based units of instruction that are driven by problems that professionals in your local STEM ecosystem are working to solve. 51 Name Title Workshops Description NGSS Standards Time Session Grade level

Carol Adams Sinkholes: Core Rigorous problem-based learning SL.8.5 Integrate Sat 2:10-3:40 5 MS Practices of includes four domains: subject area multimedia and visual Rigorous Problem learning, authentic projects, feedback displays into presentations Based Learning in and reflection, and student agency. to clarify information, You’ll learn each of these practices strengthen claims and Science through Sinkholes, a science PBL unit evidence, and add interest. you’ll be able to use in your classroom (MS-LS1-7) tomorrow. Practices Construct a scientific explanation based Participants will build on valid and reliable evidence obtained models and theories about from sources (including the students’ the natural world and a key own experiments) and the assumption set of engineering practices that theories and laws that describe the that engineers use as they natural world operate today as they did design and build models in the past and will continue to do so in and systems (Sinkholes) the future. (MS-LS1-6) Cross Cutting Concepts Science knowledge is based upon logical Cause and Effect connections between evidence and Systems and Systems explanations. (MS-LS1-6) Models Stability and Change Construct an oral and written argument supported by empirical evidence and Disciplinary Core Ideas scientific reasoning to support or This session is focused on refute an explanation or a model for a three core ideas: Sinkholes phenomenon or a solution to a problem. have broad importance (MS-LS2-4) across multiple sciences or engineering disciplines Evaluate competing design solutions and are a key organizing based on jointly developed and agreed- concept of a single upon design criteria. (MS-LS2-5) discipline; they provide a key tool for understanding Construct an explanation that includes or investigating more qualitative or quantitative relationships complex ideas and solving between variables that predict problems; and they relate phenomena. (MS-LS2-2) to the interests and life experiences of students and CCSS are connected to societal RST.6–8.1 Cite specific textual evidence or personal concerns to support analysis of science and that require scientific or technical texts. (MS-LS1-6) technological knowledge.

RST.6–8.2 Write informative/ Participants explore explanatory texts, including the sinkholes - a phenomenon narration of historical events, scientific that is showing up more and procedures/experiments, or technical more. They learn how the processes. (MS-LS1-6) natural world and human changes to the environment WHST.6–8.9 Draw evidence from create sinkholes. They informational texts to support analysis, “engineer” a solution. reflection, and research. (MS-LS1-6)

Jeff Frates Shifting to the 5 For more than 30 years, the MS-PS1-2, PS1.A, Sat 2:10-3:40 5 MS Innovations: How Smithsonian Science Education Developing and Using Do We Transform Center has built inquiry science Models, Analyzing Instruction? programs that work. What’s the and Interpreting Data, secret to their success? Concept Patterns, Cause and storylines that use authentic STEM Effect, Scale, Proportion experiences to help and Quantity students construct learning. With the STCMS program: • Each unit provides a unit driving question to focus the entire unit. • Each lesson builds on the previous lesson. This sequence allows students to answer the unit driving question by the end of the unit.

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Amy Heidner Helping Students Successful science or engineering Any/all DCIs, Sat 2:10-3:40 5 MS, HS Get the Most projects can address any DCI; they determined by students’ from Science, focus on the SEPs and CCCs. They choices of projects, plus Technology and are inherently multidisciplinary ETS1: Engineering Engineering and creative. This workshop covers Design Projects/ practical aspects of integrating SEP: Competitions successful projects into NGSS Constructing teaching, including addressing Explanations and ties to CCSS-ELA/Literacy and Designing Solutions -Mathematics. Drawing on Obtaining, Evaluating, experience in engineering, science and Communicating and project management, the Information presenters tie successful projects to Developing and Using life-long skills. Using experiences Models as student, coach and judge at Analyzing and science and engineering fairs Interpreting Data and competitions, the presenters Engaging in Argument discuss how teachers can guide from Evidence students to model professional Using Mathematics and research and development Computational Thinking processes, and assist students CCC: in avoiding common mistakes. Patterns Attendees are encouraged to form Cause and Effect support groups and exchange Scale, Proportion, and contact information. Quantity Systems and System Models Science (and Engineering) is a Human Endeavor Micha Kilburn Hands-On Nuclear Use magnetic marbles to teach DCI: PS1.A, PS1.C, Sat 2:10-3:40 5 MS, HS Science nuclear science (radioactivity, PS2.A, PS3.A, PS3.B, reactions, etc.). This workshop will PS4.B focus on related lesson plans and SEP: 1 Asking questions, activity guides for teachers grades 2 Using models, 5 Using 7-12. math and computational thinking, CCC: Patterns, Scale, Energy and matter, Stability and change John Currie Summarize Elec- We will construct a project that MS-PS4.C Sat 2:10-3:40 5 MS, HS tricity with a Maker uses electrical components and HS-PS3-1, PS3-3, PS4.C, Project logic to show some principles of ETS1.B electricity that could be done for a Maker presentation. Participants will take home information and parts from their sample build. No experience necessary. Glenn Gordon Project-Based In this workshop, participants will Science and Engineering Sat 3:40-4:30 6 ELEM, MS, Learning: Sending explore the benefits of project- Practices HS Your Students based learning through activities 1. Asking questions and on a Quest for and experience strategies that will defining problems Relevancy help them incorporate this effective 2. Developing and using instructional shift into their models curriculum. 3. Planning and carrying out investigations 6. Constructing explanations and designing solutions 7. Engaging in argument from evidence

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Michael Holst Lessons from the From the Library of Satellites and Science Focus: ESS, Sat 3:40-4:30 6 ELEM, MS, Sky (A Teacher’s Education Association, learn how CCC, SEP HS STEM Source) to use the Lesson Plans Library, which is tooled to NGSS and NSES and incorporates environmental satellite-based data. The NOAA and NASA satellites will range across all science, STEM math, and grade levels. This will be a great source to add to your tools. Lori Lancaster Using Reduce teacher talk and increase Scientific and Sat 3:40-4:30 6 ELEM, MS, Argumentation as purposeful student talk as we Engineering Practices - HS a STEM Strategy - model consensus building through Use of Argumentation Increasing Student argumentation around intriguing from Evidence Voice science phenomenon that matter. ELA skills and the 21st Century Skills of communication and collaboration are a must in the STEM classroom! Carolyn Martin NLM’s Online This session will introduce the Genetic inheritance Sat 3:40-4:30 6 MS, HS Playground: freely available health and science Environment and health K-12 Science and resources provided by the National Human health Health Education Library of Medicine to support Resources teacher curriculum including information support for students and parents’ homework needs. Resources span a variety of subjects centered on health and medicine including careers, environmental health, general health, and genetics.

Christie, Brandi Developing and This session will focus on the SEPs: Sat 3:40 to 7 ELEM, MS, Barchenger, Using Models in scientific practice of developing Developing and Using 5:00 HS Hageman Ambitious Science and using models to support shifts Models Teaching in students’ learning, and the tools that support teachers and students Constructing in engaging in that work. Centering Explanations (and a unit on a puzzling phenomenon Designing Solutions) that students are developing models to help explain is research-based Note: Session works teaching practice that aligns with on developing the 3D nature of NGSS. Throughout understanding and the unit, teachers engage students vision for 3D learning in in other SEPs by eliciting students’ real classrooms. ideas, supporting on-going changes in their thinking, and pressing for evidence-based explanations. Developing and revising models is the central practice to students’ experience and success in this type of 3D science learning. The tools and instructional practices highlighted in this session aim to support students of all racial, ethnic and social class backgrounds in deeply understanding science ideas, participating in the talk of the discipline, and solving authentic problems

54 Name Title Workshops Description NGSS Standards Time Session Grade level

Larry Build an Artificial Description for program: Please DCIs: Sat 3:40-5:00 7 ALL Bencivengo Neural Network in bring a laptop; downloading LS1.A: Structure and Your Classroom! Arduino IDE beforehand Function helpful: https://www.arduino. LS1.D: Information cc/en/Main/Software. In this Processing workshop, participants will Focus on structure explore the use of Arduino and function of the micro-controllers to build an nervous system as well Artificial Neural Network (ANN). as how Artificial Neural This mini-unit culminates in Networks mimic these students building and studying processes. the properties of a physical ANN ETS1.A: Defining and using Arduino (or similar) micro- Delimiting Engineering controllers. ANNs are currently Problems used in fields such as data ETS1.B: Developing mining, internet search engines Possible Solutions and machine vision applications ETS1.C: Optimizing the (e.g. Google’s self-driving cars). Design Solution Research or commercial ANNs Students use guided typically contain hundreds or even inquiry to design and thousands of simulated neurons test an Artificial Neural that send and receive signals to Network each other to produce outputs in SEPs: response to inputs. The neural Developing and Using network students build in class is a Models. very simple, but concrete, example Using Mathematics and of research and commercial Computational Thinking. ANNs, operating on the same Constructing basic principles. We will learn Explanations and about a variety of strategies for Designing Solutions implementing this curriculum in CCCs: the classroom. Systems and System Models Structure and Function Interdependence of Science, Engineering and Technology Influence of Engineering, Technology and Science on Society. Rebekah Cheney Assessing the Next Through a hands on approach, 448 Sigrist Dr E Sat 3:40-5:00 7 ELEM, MS, Generation participants will develop literacy HS around the NGSA assessment item types, explore a phenomenon based NGSA, and unpack a cluster of NGSS standards creating a 3 Dimensional assessment item. Philip Bungee Jumping Highlighting a two-part, Ambitious HS-PS3-1 Sat 3:40-5:00 7 MS, HS Mackey-Moseley From PS3 A to B Science Teaching based unit on HS-PS3-2 energy and using an alternative HS-ETS1-2 bungee jump phenomena to lead SEP - Carrying students into an engineering out Investigations, based finale. Through both Modelling, Analyzing discussion and hands-on activity, Data, Using attendees will be given examples of Mathematics, Designing phenomena, modelling, engineering Solutions design and the integration of CCC’s CCC - Energy and and SEP’s into the presenters work. Matter, Systems and System Models

55 Name Title Workshops Description NGSS Standards Time Session Grade level

Jon Connolly Time to Act: Earthquakes pose a serious risk to Science and Engineering Sat 3:40-5:00 7 MS, HS Earthquake Early our Nation - 77% percent of that risk, Practices Warning arrives results in average annual losses of Developing and using a in the Pacific $4.1 billion, along the US west coast in model: How different California, Oregon, and Washington seismic waves travel Northwest states as estimated by the Federal through the earth and how Emergency Management Agency we can use these differences (FEMA). Earthquake shaking can affect to get rapidly estimate Washingtonians anywhere in the state magnitude and intensity at any time. The ShakeAlert Earthquake Asking Questions: What Early Warning system is now being would you do with 10 tested in Washington with a limited seconds of warning? number of pilot projects. Crosscutting Concepts ShakeAlert does not predict Cause and effect: How a earthquakes, but quickly determines sudden release of strain magnitude and intensity from the on a fault can propagate earliest earthquake signals and damaging elastic waves for broadcasts alerts to users and devices. hundreds of kilometers, Depending on distance from epicenter cause tsunamis, and effect an end user may receive anywhere from vulnerable communities. ten seconds to a few minutes warning Scale Proportion and that earthquake shaking is on the way quantity: How does the along with an estimate of how strong the size of the rupture scale shaking will get during the earthquake. with the magnitude? How Participants will learn how ShakeAlert does the intensity attenuate can estimate earthquake magnitudes with distance? How does and locations in as little as 1.5 seconds amplitude and energy scale following a system trigger, what system with magnitude? improvements have been made over the Disciplinary Core Ideas. past two years since the PNSN began Physical Sciences: What are broadcasting alerts to beta testers, the different seismic waves and what new features will be added and how do they propagate soon. We will also discuss how the through the earth? PNSN is participating with the USGS Life Sciences: How can 5-10 and numerous partners in Oregon and seconds of warning be used California to implement West Coast to reduce injuries and save wide ShakeAlert pilot projects that lives? utilize alerts to automatically trigger Earth and Space Sciences: loss reduction actions. Why do we have faults Conference Strand: History and Future in the Northwest? How Engineering in Washington State. do we know where they Participants will learn how ShakeAlert is are at? Can we predict a product that compliments traditional earthquakes? What how operational seismic monitoring in the dose the strength of Pacific Northwest. earthquake shaking vary and what factors influence a given site’s response to earthquake shaking? Engineering: What loss reduction actions could be triggered by ShakeAlert? Current uses include alerting schools so students an take cover, shutting off or diverting water from reservoirs to prevent rapid emptying if pipelines fail, slowing down trains, and bracing delicate manufacturing equipment.

56 Name Title Workshops Description NGSS Standards Time Session Grade level

Mark Watrin LightHouse Ever wonder what makes a school Several Sun 9:10- 9 All Schools or program a STEM lighthouse 10:10 winner? Want to share your story and find out how other STEM schools solve problems unique to these programs? Is there a way to connect students attending STEM schools to all the other students in STEM schools across the state? C.A.S.E.E. The Center for Agriculture, Science and Environmental Education, is inviting you to join to see if building a network of STEM schools in Washington State might improve the quality and quantity of STEM opportunities for our students. The STEM lighthouse or other recognized STEM programs will have a meeting of the minds that are responsible for these wonderful programs. Jeff Frates How Can We We developed Smithsonian Science 5ESS2.1, 5-ESS2.2, Sun 9:10- 9 ELEM Provide Fresh for the Classroom to: 5-ESS3.1, 3-5 ETS1.1, 10:40 Water to Those In - be designed from the ground up to 33-5 ETS1.2, 3-5 ETS1.3 Need? meet the Next Generation Science Standards - be educative for teachers as they learn to implement new standards - incorporate findings from education research on how students learn - be centered on coherent storylines with a logical flow from lesson to lesson as students work toward explaining phenomena or designing solutions to problems - broaden access to world-class Smithsonian collections, experts, and resources - include instructional supports to ensure all students can meet the standards - incorporate a comprehensive assessment system to monitor student progress

Michal Kilburn STEAM Projects for A variety of hands-on STEAM SEP: Asking questions Sun 9:10- 9 ELEM, MS, the classroom projects from the Notre Dame Art and defining problems, 10:40 HS 2 Science Camp will be presented Planning and carrying with corresponding lesson plans, out investigations, Using that can be used in grades 2-6. math and computational thinking, Desiging solutions

CCC: Patterns, Cause and effect, Systesm, Structure and function

DCI: Most physical and engineering, and some life science

57 Name Title Workshops Description NGSS Standards Time Session Grade level

Mare Sullivan New POGIL Immerse yourself in a process Five of the SEPs: Using Sun 9:10- 9 MS, HS Activities to Teach oriented guided inquiry learning models; Analyzing 10:40 Basic Concepts of (POGIL) environment as you work and interpreting data; Evolution through two new guided inquiry Constructing explanations; Engaging in argument activities. These activities will help from evidence; Evaluating your students to 1) make sense of and communicating phylogenetic (evolutionary) trees information. and 2) hypothesize relationships among species by using observable Four of the CCs: Patterns; physical characteristics and genetic Cause and effect; Structure data as empirical evidence. and function; Stability and change

Participants will have access to the Three of the Performance activities, answer keys, assessment Expectations: questions, NGSS alignment, MS-LS4-1.Analyze and learning targets, and facilitation interpret data for patterns resources and tips. in the fossil record that document the existence, diversity, extinction, and change of life forms throughout the history of life on Earth under the assumption that natural laws operate today as in the past.

MS-LS4-2.Apply scientific ideas to construct an explanation for the anatomical similarities and differences among modern organisms and between modern and fossil organisms to infer evolutionary relationships.

HS-LS4-1.Communicate scientific information that common ancestry and biological evolution are supported by multiple lines of empirical evidence. Andy An Introduction to Language is often used as a way CCC , SEP, Sun 9:10- 9 MS, HS, C, U Cavagnetto the Science Writing to communicate in science, but it Communication and 10:40 Heuristic Approach is not commonly considered the Dissemination of to Science Inquiry foundational aspect of conceptual Scientific Information growth within science instruction. Studies over the past 25 years in science education have established the key role of language in science and ways to integrate language arts into science instruction to promote gains in critical thinking as well as knowledge of scientific practices and core concepts. This 90 minutes workshop will focus on the integration of language into science inquiry using the Science Writing Heuristic approach (SWH). The SWH has been studied extensively in K-16 settings in the United States, Turkey, Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, and Australia and has consistently shown gains on critical thinking and standardized tests. Participants will go through the SWH process and key pedagogical components will be discussed.

58 Name Title Workshops Description NGSS Standards Time Session Grade level

Adrienne Houck Embitec: Color The purpose of this inquiry-based Chemistry (MS-PS1-1-3; Sun 9:10- 9 MS, HS, C, U Dyes and MiniLab is to provide students with HS-PS1-1,3); Forces and 10:40 Electrophoresis a guided opportunity to figure out Motion how gel electrophoresis technology 3-PS2-2-4; Genetics, works. Gel electrophoresis MS-LS1-2; HS-LS3-1; technology involves using an Analying and electric field to separate small Interpreting molecules based on size and charge. Data,Constructing In this MiniLab, students explore Explanations electrostatic interactions and how Patterns; Energy and scientists use molecular properties Matter; as well as CC in order to separate solutions. As a ELA and CCM result, students develop a greater understanding of energy and matter Jim Conca Energy and Society This workshop seeks to provide PS1C Sun 9:10- 9 MS, HS, C, U teachers with the information HS/MS-PS1-8 10:40 necessary to raise awareness of HS/MS-PS3-3 energy issues, evaluate future HS/MS-LS2-7 higher educational and employment HS/MS-ESS3-4 opportunities in the energy HS/MS-ESS3-5 industry, and to participate in the HS/MS-ESS3-6 discussion of the most important HS/MS-ETS1-3 issue of our time – energy and the environment. Jonathan Bringing Three- Learn from a National Geographic Asking Questions and Sun 10:10- 10 ALL Frostad Dimensional Teacher Fellow how to create Defining Problems 11:00 Learning to Life immersive, 3-D lessons using Constructing with 360 Spherical affordable spherical cameras Explanations Photography and simple cardboard virtual reality viewers to bring engaging phenomena to your students. Jeffery & Julie Transform Your We want to introduce an ...electrophoreses, Sun 10:10- 10 ALL Wehr Science Classroom approach of perhaps being a comparing energy 11:00 Into Their scientist who teaches! Scientists in multicellular and Thriving Research perform research toward a more unicellular organisms Laboratory! comprehensive understanding including mitosis of the universe; let us show you and photosynthesis, how your students can drive or organic molecules the questions followed with research). For middle research-based methodology. school levels, MS- We can show you two-day trials, ETS1, 1-4 and high multi-week trials, or the ultimate school levels HS- ETS1, year-long course…all fulfilling 1-4 are addressed for the NGSS and cross-cutting the each student by use of CCSS standards! Science and the scientific method engineering are verbs, not nouns! (define, evaluate, analyze #StudentDriven #ResearchBased and development) no #PeerReview #Journaling matter the student #WomenInSTEM #LeadResearcher researcher focus. As #PrincipalInvestigator they are met, so are the #Crowdsourcing #WehrdScience CCSS such as RST.11- 12.1, WHST.9.12.2, The exciting benefit of a student- 12.5, 12.7 and many driven, research-based laboratory more! This laboratory is that all NGSS, CCSS, and format is as specific to Biology EOC standards can be each standard as the met! For example, if a biology scientist/educator wants scientist/educator implements this to address including program, then HS-LS1-1 through elementary, middle, and HS-LS1-7 can be met while the high school biological, students conduct research based on physical/chemical, molecular structures and processes earth/space, and (ie. DNA... engineering.

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Allyson An innovative This presentation describes Central All Sun 10:10- 10 C, U Rogan-Klyve model of teacher Washington University’s new model 11:00 preparation to for recruiting and preparing highly- address the STEM effective secondary STEM teachers. teacher shortage Jenna Mercury STEM +1: Stirring Feel like you’re not doing enough Science Specific Sun 10:10- 10 ELEM Literacy into Your science in your K-2? Learn about NGSS Standards and 11:00 Science Lessons how adding one more ingredient Additionally: (K-2) will actually boost your students’ ELA/Literacy learning: literacy! In this session, Connections - you’ll be provided with specific RI.K.1-7 examples of how you can teach W.K.1-7 K-2 science standards using RI.2.1-6 short stories, songs and common W.2.1-6 core activities. It’s easy to teach RI.1.1-5 science through literacy and over W.1.1-6 time, you will begin to feel more comfortable with the content. Soon you’ll be ready to challenge yourself to go beyond literacy into cool investigations and hands-on memorable science lessons that will have your students chatting long after they leave school! Glenn Gordon Making Every In this workshop, participants Science and Engineering Sun 10:10- 10 ELEM, MS Classroom a Maker will actively experience the maker Practices: 11:00 Space movement and learn strategies for -Asking Questions and incorporating maker ideologies Defining Problems into their classroom. They will -Developing using participate in activities that will Models Using demystify the maker movement mathematics and and demonstrate the benefits of this computational thinking approach to learning. -Engaging in argument from evidence -Obtaining, evaluating, and communicating information

Brandi Building Awareness The Port Townsend School District 3-5-ETS1-1 Sun 10:10- 10 ELEM, MS, Hageman of Ocean will share their work implementing 3-5-ETS1-3 11:00 HS Acidification in a a model for building understanding 4-LS1-1, 4-LS1-2 Coastal Community of the issue of ocean acidification 5-ESS2-1, 5-ESS3-1 in a coastal community. This workshop will include information MS-ESS3-3, MS-ESS3-4, about the Meaningful Watershed MS-LS2-4, MS-LS2-5, Educational Experiences (MWEE) MS-ETS1-1, MS-ETS1-2 and collaboration between MS-ETS1-3, MS-ETS1-4 community partners, teachers and students at multiple grade levels HS-ESS3-4, HS-ESS3-5 across the district. This work is HS-ESS3-6, HS-LS2-6 funded by a NOAA B-WET Grant HS-LS2-7, HS-LS4-2 written by teachers. HS-LS4-5, HS-ETS1-1 HS-ETS1-2, HS-ETS1-3 HS-ETS1-4

Michael The Brain and All Sun 9:10- 10 ALL DiSpezio Science, Learning 10:10 through Puzzles and Illusions Michal Kilburn Barriers in the How do informal learning program Diversity and attracting Sun 11:00- 11 ALL STEM Pipeline affect students’ career aspirations students to STEM 12:00 from K-12 to in STEM? I will show results from careers Tenure Art 2 Science Camps (ages 8-12) and also discuss gendered trends in teacher recommendations for our high school summer program. 60 Name Title Workshops Description NGSS Standards Time Session Grade level

Philip Bell STEM Teaching STEM educators around the All Sun 11:10- 11 ALL Tools: Linking country are working to implement 12:00 Research and the new vision in the NRC Practice Framework for K-12 Science Education and the resulting Next Generation Science Standards. Research can often lack context and clear connections to everyday teaching practice or learning experiences, and relevant tools and strategies can be hard for educators to find or access. To bridge that gap, the team at the UW Institute for Science + Math Education is working with teachers and researchers to create a suite of accessible, bite-sized practice briefs called STEM Teaching Tools. In this session, we’ll explore the suite of tools and explore how to use them with topics in science education. Michael Holst The “E” in STEM is Are you finding ‘jitters” about Science Focus: ETS1, Sun 11:10- 11 ELEM, MS, not to be Feared incorporating engineering into CCC, SEP 12:00 HS your science program for “STEM- ification”? This presentation will present various “how’s” and “ways” without adding an engineering course for grades 1-12 science programs. This presentation is intended or preservice and “soon- to-be STEM teachers. Lori Lancaster STEM Teacher / Distinguishing between science The three dimensions Sun 11:10- 11 ELEM, MS, Talley, Ed.D. Science Teacher: and STEM is important as teachers of the NGSS require 12:00 HS What’s the integrate STEM in their practice. pedagogy that supports Difference? Join us to discuss the unique the practices of scientists nature of STEM, the research-based and engineers as instructional strategies necessary well as the ability to to support its outcomes, and a support a student- STEM certification pathway that centered learning based encourages self-reflection and classroom. STEM growth in STEM teaching. Certification provides the foundational framework for best practices in the STEM- science classroom. Andy Boyd High School Experience a high school Achieve NGSS Sun 11:10- 11 HS Science OER curriculum aligned to the NGSS. Conceptual Course 12:00 Course Project This important work is shared as an Bundles Open Education Resource (OER) so all districts can benefit. Faith, Stuart Energy as a Cross- We’ve redesigned our high school CCC: Energy and Matter Sun 11:10- 11 MS Iverson, Leff Cutting Concept chemistry course placing energy DCI: HS-PS3 Energy 12:00 in High School in the forefront as part of our SEP: Developing and Chemistry districtwide NGSS implementation. Using Models Join us to experience and model energy changes and learn how combustion can be an introductory anchoring phenomenon in a chemistry course. Find out more about how energy modeling can enhance student engagement and understanding of chemistry. You’ll learn how processes traditionally focused on matter can be explored from an energy perspective. 61 Name Title Workshops Description NGSS Standards Time Session Grade level

Mary Burt Integrating Green This one-hour session will This session will focus Sun 11:10- 11 MS Chemistry into introduce teachers to the principles primarily on science and 12:00 Every Classroom: of green chemistry and toxicology engineering practice #1: Interactive as well as resources for 8-12 grade Asking questions and Workshop for High lab activities that both teach and defining problems and School and Middle use green chemistry concepts. The practice #3: Planning School Educators presenters will focus on the activity: and carrying out “Oxybenzone versus Zinc Oxide investigations. in Sunscreen”, which explores concepts of chemical toxicity, making claims and supporting them with evidence and hypothesis testing.

Mare Sullivan Differentiating In this session participants will Can include all seven Sun 11:10- 11 MS, HS, C, U Homework by practice developing LS, PS, or ESS of the CCs: Patterns, 12:00 Using Online homework assignments that allow similarity, and diversity; Simulations and students to perform on a wide Cause and effect; Scale, Videos variety of levels. Each assignment proportion and quantity; incorporates online PhET Systems and system simulations and/or Crash Course models; Energy and videos. Student-friendly assignment matter; Structure and templates standardize the tasks, function; Stability and making performance expectations change. clearer for students and assessment easier for teachers. Can include all eight of the SEPs: Asking Participants will need their own questions; Using devices to access the internet, run models; Planning simulations, and play videos. and carrying out investigations; Analyzing and interpreting data; Using mathematics and computational thinking; Constructing explanations; Engaging in argument from evidence; Obtaining, evaluating, and communicating information

Can support many different DCIs in Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, or Earth and Space Sciences

62 Washington State Fellows' Network

Engaging Teacher Leaders in English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Early Learning

Mission The Fellows are a growing network of Washington State educational leaders who expand their capacity to improve student learning through ongoing professional learning and leadership development within their local context and in partnership with school districts, educational service districts, community agencies, and state organizations.

Vision The impact of the Fellows will result in measurable growth for every student, in every learning environment, in Washington.

What is the Washington State Fellows’ Network? The Fellows’ Network is a group of instructional leaders convened by the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) and the Association of Educational Service Districts (AESD) to support district and community implementation of state learning standards in mathematics, English Language Arts (ELA), and science, and the Early Learning Guidelines.

Regional ESD coordinators, in collaboration with OSPI content-area leadership, convene the Fellows 3–4 times per year to engage in shared learning. Common to all four areas is a commitment to build content learning and instructional leadership, with a focus on equity.

NEW 3-year program beginning in 2017–18: The 2017–18 school year is a significant milestone in the history of providing content area professional learning and leadership development to Fellows across our state as we are launching a 3-year Fellows’ Program. A 3-year program allows for deeper and expanded learning in the topics of leadership, adult learning, change management, content area knowledge, equity, use of data and analytics and student growth. New Fellows will participate in a New Fellows Orientation meeting prior to the four convenings during the school year. Fellows who have participated for more than three years will become Emeritus Fellows. Emeritus Fellows will remain connected to the Fellows’ Network, and continue their leadership with local, regional, and/or state initiatives. The Emeritus Fellows’ program will be designed during the 2017–18 school year. Prospective applicants who can commit to only one year may still apply. All applicants are encouraged to consider a multi-year commitment to reap the full benefits of the program.

How do teachers benefit from becoming Fellows?  Meet a regionally-based community of educators  Improve practice  Consider alternative pathways to leadership opportunities

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63 How do districts/organizations benefit from supporting a Fellow?  ain inhouse epertise  Epand opportunities to build teacher leaders  Access current approaches and strategies to content learning

How does someone become a Fellow? Fellows complete an application including assurances. E regional coordinators lead the selection process. The net application cycle will open in April . Es will notiy applicants in midune. ee the P website or more inormation.

What are the commitments of a Fellow? • Fulill the obligations outlined in the Fellows’ Assurances. • ollaborate throughout the year with district, building, program, or agency administrators to discuss, create and document the ongoing Fellows Action Plan and election Tool. The plan outlines how the Fellow’s leadership will support the school and/or community’s learning standards math, EA, science or early learning implementation. • mplement learning from the Fellows’ meetings within your own instructional practice and support other teachers’ initiative/outcome goals in ashington tate earning tandards in math, EA, science, or Early earning uidelines. • ubmit completed Fellows Plan to the E egional oordinator/Advisor at the end o the – school year. • English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Early Learning: Attend and participate in a minimum o our day regional Fellows convenings. New Fellows attend an orientation meeting. • Science: Attend and participate in a minimum o our convenings ne day statewide convening and three day regional convenings. New Fellows attend an orientation meeting.

What are the administrative commitments of the school, district, and/or community organization? • ith the Fellow, collaboratively review, agree to, and sign the Assurances. • In fall 2017, collaborate with the Fellow to complete the Fellow’s Action Plan and election Tool. • Meet with the Fellow after each Fellows’ convening to revisit and update the Fellow’s action plan. • upport travel and substitute costs associated with all Fellows proessional learning convenings.

How is the Washington State Fellows’ Network distributed?  The Fellows’ Network is distributed across our content areas in all E regions o the state.  Almost Fellows in the our content areas are participating in –.  The Network has steadily grown since its inception in 3 to include more content areas and instructional leaders.

For Statewide Fellows’ questions related to each content area contact: Math: ELA: Science: Early Learning: ary Ellen uggins hanna rooks echelle aanne achel Eiler ath oordinator, E EA oordinator, NE egional cience oordinator, Early earning irector, mhugginsnwesd.org shannabncesd.org NE E 33 mechellelncesd.org reileresd.net 3

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64 ScienceScience Fellows Q&A Fellows Q & A

What exactly is a Science Fellow?

In 2012-13, the Mathematics and English Language Arts Fellows’ Network was initiated. Math and ELA Fellows are teacher-leaders supporting the implementation of the Washington State Learning Standards (Common Core State Standards) in their districts. The Fellows have district sponsorship of their work, and a plan to work with administration and other teachers. They are a part of a regional and state cadre of teacher-leaders working together on common goals. The Fellows’ Network informs regional and state implementation efforts. In school-year 2015-16, Science will join the Fellows’ Network. The Science Fellows will work collaboratively with their Regional Science Coordinators to support the transition to the Washington State Science Learning Standards (WSSLS/NGSS) from the 2009 Washington State Science Content Standards.

What will the Science Fellow do?

Each region will determine the work of the Science Fellow. The Regional Science Coordinators will develop a common scope of activities to define the work of the Science Fellows. Potential activities include four annual meetings/workshops/mini-conferences to learn about the WSSLS and how to provide professional learning in their home districts for their teacher colleagues and administrators. Science Fellows may be able to provide professional learning in neighboring districts or assist their respective Regional Science Coordinator; offer studio classrooms; serve as a conduit for job-embedded professional learning and collaborative innovation.

How many meetings do I have to attend?

A minimum of 4 which include two day-long regional meetings dates to be set by your Regional Science Coordinator; and attendance at one statewide two-day NGSS professional development.

Are there other meetings I can attend?

There is an option to attend a second statewide two-day professional development but your Regional Science Coordinator will communicate details about it as they become available. Your region may decide to hold additional day-long meetings.

Who pays for my sub and if I have to go to a statewide meeting, who will cover the costs for my travel?

Your district agrees to cover the cost of your subs and travel arrangements, when they agree to sponsor your participation as a Science Fellow. 65

The River Mile is... For more information: Website: www.therivermile.org ...a network of educators, students, Facebook: The River Mile The River resource managers Questions? and scientists in the Email: [email protected] Mile Network Columbia River Watershed An Education Program of exploring the essential question: “How do relationships among components of an The National Park Service ecosystem affect watershed health?” TRM is a participant driven approach to at Lake Roosevelt learning about, researching and exploring the National Recreation Area watershed health of the Columbia River. Participants share best practices, lessons learned, examples, links to resources and real world scientific data.

Students and teachers engage in science education outdoors and explore scientific practices through real-world resource projects. By Photo Credit: NPS spending time in the field Lake Roosevelt investigating and researching their section of National Recreation Area the watershed, groups become intimately 1008 Crest Drive familiar with their outdoor classroom. Coulee Dam, WA 99116

Professional Development TRM Network Projects Networking A major feature of The River TRM currently has four projects based on Participation in networking is Mile is teacher training. the Columbia River Watershed in which one of the key components Pacific Education Institute groups can participate in collecting and of The River Mile. Network- (PEI) and The River Mile sharing data with everyone in the network. ing tools include: quarterly (TRM) provide professional  Crayfish Study electronic newsletters, development for educators  Plant Inventory webinars, Blogs, training and social media such as Facebook and Wiggio. Data collection that brings environment,  Animal Inventory agriculture and natural and sharing through ArcGIS Online and iNatu-  Water Quality Monitoring resources into science education. ralist provide opportunities to collaborate and make a difference.

Partners Our partners represent education and natural and cultural resource professionals who provide excellent connections and resources to our network. Pacific Education Institute, pacificeducationinstitute.org North Central Educational Service District, www.ncesd.org/

Lake Roosevelt Forum, LRF.org Education Standards Managed by: National Park Service, PEI’s FieldSTEM™ technique integrates the new Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area, Washington State Learning Standards (WSLS) Columbia River Watershed Education Specialist, Janice Elvidge: combining Next Generation Science Standards [email protected] (NGSS) with Common Core English Language Project Highlight: Crayfish Study Arts and Math, using a local area of each The Pacific Northwest has only NPS Celebrates 100 Years! school district as the focus for learning. 3 native species of crayfish and The National Park Service turns 100 on Au- at least 6 non-native species. It gust 25, 2016. To celebrate, the NPS invites How Do I Join? appears that there is only one you to participate in Find Your Park native species in Washington. Experiences to learn, discover, be inspired, or TRM is open to all teachers and students in Data is lacking on crayfish, so simply have fun in national parks by sharing the Columbia River Watershed in the United you and your students can your story at FindYourPark.com. TRM is a part States and Canada. To join the network, go contribute critical data by of the NPS centennial goal, which is to to the “Join Us!” Map Journal on our website collecting and sharing data about the crayfish in engage the next generation of park stewards and place a marker on your school or out- your area. Additional information about this study and leaders! door classroom location. Then fill in your and its protocols is available on TRM’s webpage: group's information in the pop-up box. You http://www.nps.gov/laro/learn/education/crayfish- are now part of the network! study.htm

Flexible delivery of the professional development.  A full day course that includes teachers K-12  Full or half day courses for K-5, 6-8 or 9-12 teachers  Offered regionally, by district or even by building.  Qualifies for STEM clock hours

Cost  $700 full day $400 half day

First offering  Oct 21st at WSTA convention in Pasco

Contact Mark Watrin for details or to schedule a PD session [email protected] 360-980-2479

Washington States Earth History

A teacher professional development program from the Washington Science Teachers Association

K-5 Famous Fossils of WA 6-8 The origin of Washington’s geologic landscapes

9-12 Co-evolution of Earth and Life in WA

Contact Mark Watrin for details or to schedule a PD session [email protected]

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Region 1: Jeff Wehr (Odessa) [email protected] Region 2: Mary Wise (Richland) [email protected] Region 3: Kate Lindholm (Moses Lake) [email protected] Region 4: Midge Yergen(Yakima) [email protected] Region 5: Jonathan Frostad (Anacortes) [email protected] Region 6: Don Pruett (Puyallup) [email protected] Region 7: Carmen Kardokus (Olympia) [email protected] Region 8: Mark Watrin (Battleground) [email protected] Region 9: Brandi Hageman (Port Townsend) [email protected] Region 10: Lisa Chen (Edmonds) [email protected]

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Safer Airports with Millimeter Wave Imaging

CD Technology Energy Storage

Transforming the World For 50 years, Battelle staff working at the Department of Energy’s Pacific Northwest National Laboratory in Richland have pushed the boundaries of science. We’ve moved technologies to market and reshape the way we work and live.

PNNL’s scientific discoveries and innovations have led to more fuel-efficient cars. Safer airports and borders. An electric power grid that is more reliable and efficient. And much more – all part of an effort to make our nation more secure and prosperous. Over the same half century, Battelle has been active in southeast Washington, investing heavily in civic, health and human services projects, the arts and most of all – in education. Battelle nurtures elementary, secondary and postsecondary school programs that emphasize science, technology, engineering and mathematics. We engage in innovative education collaborations such as Delta High School, the Hanford Reach Interpretive Center, Leadership and Assistance for Science Education Reform (LASER) and Mathematics, Engineering and Science Achievement (MESA).

JOIN US IN SUPPORTING STEM EDUCATION.

www.pnnl.gov

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