Classroom III

Focus:     The focus of this years Institute is threefold:
 implementing the 2004 NC Standard Course of Study, the High School Exit Standards, and Science and the Graduation Project.  We will share materials for Biology, Chemistry, Earth/ Environmental Science, Physical Science, and Physics for both standard and honors courses. Assessment will also be addressed.  

School districts are encouraged to send a TEAM of teachers and a science supervisor representing the different high school courses with the expectation that these participants will provide updates for all science teachers in their district.  Smaller school districts may wish to cooperate to send a regional team.   

Setting:     The Science Leadership Institute will be held at the Riverfront Convention Center in New Bern, NC.  Situated on the shore of the beautiful Trent River, the convention center is a modern, comfortable, and picturesque venue for this year’s Institute.  A map and directions are available with general information about the area found at www.visitnewbern.com and www.newbernconventions.com.  Dress is informal and participants might want to come prepared to participate in science activities including some optional outdoor field activities.  (Bring sunscreen, bug repellant, good walking shoes, etc).  The indoor rooms can be chilly– please bring a sweater or light jacket for air-conditioned rooms as layering is usually the best option.

Accommodations:  Participants will be responsible for securing their own accommodations.  A list of hotels, contact information, and rates follows.  Most are within walking distance from the Riverfront Convention Center.
  
Cost:        $300 per participant (includes materials, all meals and breaks except Tuesday dinner)
        NO REFUNDS will be given.
       
Substitutions:       Substitutions of one participant for another will be accommodated.  Please call Susan Hart at 919-807-3846.
 
Registration:    Please fill out the attached form and submit by the deadline:  JUNE 15, 2007. 

Make checks payable to the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction and send check and registration form to:

Cash Management Section
6336 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC  27699-6336
Please include code # on check: 0801 43560000008 200021960

For questions about registration, call Susan Hart at  919-807-3846.

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