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Friday, 22 November 2013
Wednesday, 13 November 2013
Big Bang Fair School Science competition
Don't miss out - there's still time to enter our competition!
Share science, technology, engineering or maths related facts with your class for a chance to win amazing QI prizes! (Including a signed pic of Stephen Fry and Alan Davies, tickets to see a live recording of the TV show - and many more!)
For more information and some facts to help get you started, check out: http://www.thebigbangfair.co.uk/interesting
Share science, technology, engineering or maths related facts with your class for a chance to win amazing QI prizes! (Including a signed pic of Stephen Fry and Alan Davies, tickets to see a live recording of the TV show - and many more!)
For more information and some facts to help get you started, check out: http://www.thebigbangfair.co.uk/interesting
Tuesday, 12 November 2013
Mission X Train Like An Astronaut - Free programme for Schools - Deadline for Registration December 1 2013
May be of interest to schools seeking science/health enrichment activities:
Registration for the Mission X: Train Like an Astronaut 2014 programme is
now open! Budding young astronauts aged 8 to 12 from across the UK are
invited to take part in this international challenge and undertake
activities focusing on fitness and nutrition. More details on how to
register are on
www.bis.gov.uk/ukspaceagency/
The <http://www.bis.gov.uk/
Mission X: Train Like an Astronaut programme developed by the partners of
the International Space Station (ISS) uses astronaut training to teach how
good diet and exercise play an important role in human performance in space
and on the Earth. The programme is free and the activities can be used by
individuals, schools or community groups and are accompanied by
<http://www.bis.gov.uk/
training-resources> student and educator guides.
The deadline for schools to sign up is 1 December 2013 and the international
challenge will start on 13 January 2014. Registration forms can be found on
the
<http://www.bis.gov.uk/
mission-x-2014> Mission X 2014 UK webpage.
13,000 UK students from over 115 British schools have already taken part in
Mission X challenges since the programme started in 2011. Students have had
the opportunity to take part in live link-ups with the International Space
Station; visit the European Space Agency (ESA)'s science and technology
facilities, visit the European Space Agency (ESA)'s science and technology
facility (ESTEC); learn alongside astronauts, space scientists, fitness and
nutrition specialists; work alongside universities; link up with other
schools internationally; and find out about life in space. The programme is
supported by British ESA astronaut Tim Peake and his fellow ESA astronauts
Andre Kuipers and Paolo Nespoli. It has also received support from NASA
astronaut Piers Sellers and private astronauts Richard Garriott and Per
Wimmer.
Jeremy Curtis, Head of Education at the UK Space Agency noted:
"The UK Space Agency is enabling children to access astronaut training and
nutrition regimes and learn about the science behind them. The children
taking part will also learn about space and could be the space explorers of
the future."
Tim Peake commented:
"Being fit and healthy is a key requirement for future astronauts.
Spaceflight can be physically demanding and part of my job is to train hard
so that I'm always ready to go into space. It's much easier to exercise on
Earth than in microgravity! The real mission is to encourage kids today to
exercise and eat a healthy diet, and astronaut training exercises are an
exciting, fun way to do it."
Please share this with your schools and local organisations who might be
interested in taking part.
Heather MacRae
Mission X Programme Manager
T 0781 5768699
T 01279 817370
Check out the Mission X Websites on http://www.
<http://www.
http://www.bis.gov.uk/
Like Mission X on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/
Follow Mission X on twitter @trainastronaut and tweet about Mission X using
#MXUK
Registration for the Mission X: Train Like an Astronaut 2014 programme is
now open! Budding young astronauts aged 8 to 12 from across the UK are
invited to take part in this international challenge and undertake
activities focusing on fitness and nutrition. More details on how to
register are on
www.bis.gov.uk/ukspaceagency/
The <http://www.bis.gov.uk/
Mission X: Train Like an Astronaut programme developed by the partners of
the International Space Station (ISS) uses astronaut training to teach how
good diet and exercise play an important role in human performance in space
and on the Earth. The programme is free and the activities can be used by
individuals, schools or community groups and are accompanied by
<http://www.bis.gov.uk/
training-resources> student and educator guides.
The deadline for schools to sign up is 1 December 2013 and the international
challenge will start on 13 January 2014. Registration forms can be found on
the
<http://www.bis.gov.uk/
mission-x-2014> Mission X 2014 UK webpage.
13,000 UK students from over 115 British schools have already taken part in
Mission X challenges since the programme started in 2011. Students have had
the opportunity to take part in live link-ups with the International Space
Station; visit the European Space Agency (ESA)'s science and technology
facilities, visit the European Space Agency (ESA)'s science and technology
facility (ESTEC); learn alongside astronauts, space scientists, fitness and
nutrition specialists; work alongside universities; link up with other
schools internationally; and find out about life in space. The programme is
supported by British ESA astronaut Tim Peake and his fellow ESA astronauts
Andre Kuipers and Paolo Nespoli. It has also received support from NASA
astronaut Piers Sellers and private astronauts Richard Garriott and Per
Wimmer.
Jeremy Curtis, Head of Education at the UK Space Agency noted:
"The UK Space Agency is enabling children to access astronaut training and
nutrition regimes and learn about the science behind them. The children
taking part will also learn about space and could be the space explorers of
the future."
Tim Peake commented:
"Being fit and healthy is a key requirement for future astronauts.
Spaceflight can be physically demanding and part of my job is to train hard
so that I'm always ready to go into space. It's much easier to exercise on
Earth than in microgravity! The real mission is to encourage kids today to
exercise and eat a healthy diet, and astronaut training exercises are an
exciting, fun way to do it."
Please share this with your schools and local organisations who might be
interested in taking part.
Heather MacRae
Mission X Programme Manager
T 0781 5768699
T 01279 817370
Check out the Mission X Websites on http://www.
<http://www.
http://www.bis.gov.uk/
Like Mission X on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/
Follow Mission X on twitter @trainastronaut and tweet about Mission X using
#MXUK
Thursday, 7 November 2013
Mathematics E&E Grants Scheme 2013/14
Mathematics E&E Grants Scheme 2013/14
The grants scheme, administered by the Royal Institution (Ri,www.rigb.org<http://www.rigb.
This may be of interest to schools wanting a maths enrichment activity:
We are offering grants of up to £500 for eligible state-funded schools or academies in the UK to have a mathematics activity from the STEM Directories (www.stemdirectories.org.uk<ht
Please ensure you check the eligibility criteria and guidance on making an application in the grant terms, available on the STEM Directories website. The scheme is very popular and there are a limited number of grants available. If you need assistance with your application, check the grant terms first as we have outlined what you should include.
Round two is now open for applications and will close on Monday 2 December at 5pm.
For full terms, eligibility criteria, extensive support and to apply, visit the STEM Directories website: www.stemdirectories.org.uk<htt
Samantha Durbin
Clothworkers' Associate in Mathematics (Secondary)
Royal Institution of Great Britain, 21 Albemarle Street, London W1S 4BS
e. sdurbin@ri.ac.ukahooke
t. 020 7670 2915
www.rigb.org
www.richannel.org<http://www.
The grants scheme, administered by the Royal Institution (Ri,www.rigb.org<http://www.rigb.
This may be of interest to schools wanting a maths enrichment activity:
We are offering grants of up to £500 for eligible state-funded schools or academies in the UK to have a mathematics activity from the STEM Directories (www.stemdirectories.org.uk<ht
Please ensure you check the eligibility criteria and guidance on making an application in the grant terms, available on the STEM Directories website. The scheme is very popular and there are a limited number of grants available. If you need assistance with your application, check the grant terms first as we have outlined what you should include.
Round two is now open for applications and will close on Monday 2 December at 5pm.
For full terms, eligibility criteria, extensive support and to apply, visit the STEM Directories website: www.stemdirectories.org.uk<htt
Samantha Durbin
Clothworkers' Associate in Mathematics (Secondary)
Royal Institution of Great Britain, 21 Albemarle Street, London W1S 4BS
e. sdurbin@ri.ac.uk
t. 020 7670 2915
www.rigb.org
www.richannel.org<http://www.
Thursday, 17 October 2013
2014 International Schools Essay Competition: What does 'sustainable living' mean to you?
This is potentially of interest to school-teachers - perhaps they could do an essay on Food Security ?
2014 International Schools Essay Competition: What does 'sustainable living' mean to you?
We are pleased to announce that the theme of the 2014 International Schools Essay Competition and Debates is ... What does 'sustainable living' mean to you?
Schoolchildren around the world (age 7-17) are invited to enter the Primary and Secondary categories. Trophies will be awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd prizes in each category, and one overall Grand Prize winner will receive an amazing free trip for up to three people. Learn more here ...
Online registration is now open and Teacher Champions have until 10th February 2014 to submit children's essays. Schools/teachers – register here
Schools will be notified in early April 2014 and invited to attend the International Schools Debates at the Living Rainforest (UK) on 7-10 July 2014.
The 2013 International Schools Essay Competition (Who is responsible ... are we ready to take responsibility for the future of our planet? ) received 831 entries from 65 countries. Schools from 15 countries attended International Schools Debates in the UK and Seychelles, and the Grand Prize was awarded to Cho Su bin of Jeju, South Korea.
Please help us spread the word to schools!
Further info:
Karl Hansen (Director)
The Living Rainforest | Trust for Sustainable Living, Hampstead Norreys, Berkshire, RG18 0TN, UK
T: +44-(0)-1635 202444
F: +44-(0)-1635 202440
W: www.livingrainforest.org
2014 International Schools Essay Competition: What does 'sustainable living' mean to you?
We are pleased to announce that the theme of the 2014 International Schools Essay Competition and Debates is ... What does 'sustainable living' mean to you?
Schoolchildren around the world (age 7-17) are invited to enter the Primary and Secondary categories. Trophies will be awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd prizes in each category, and one overall Grand Prize winner will receive an amazing free trip for up to three people. Learn more here ...
Online registration is now open and Teacher Champions have until 10th February 2014 to submit children's essays. Schools/teachers – register here
Schools will be notified in early April 2014 and invited to attend the International Schools Debates at the Living Rainforest (UK) on 7-10 July 2014.
The 2013 International Schools Essay Competition (Who is responsible ... are we ready to take responsibility for the future of our planet? ) received 831 entries from 65 countries. Schools from 15 countries attended International Schools Debates in the UK and Seychelles, and the Grand Prize was awarded to Cho Su bin of Jeju, South Korea.
Please help us spread the word to schools!
Further info:
Karl Hansen (Director)
The Living Rainforest | Trust for Sustainable Living, Hampstead Norreys, Berkshire, RG18 0TN, UK
T: +44-(0)-1635 202444
F: +44-(0)-1635 202440
W: www.livingrainforest.org
Saturday, 12 October 2013
Free event at JIC Norwich : become fascinated with Fungi for #ukfungusday2013
Looking forward to tomorrow (Oct 13th) at John Innes Centre (Near the Norfolk & Norwich Hospital).We've a free family-friendly event (and not just for families) where you can be fascinated by fungi as it is UK Fungus Day.
Fungi range from the familiar Mushrooms & Toadstools to the moulds we dread to find on our bread to the yeasts that are used to make bread and beer.
The event will have several activities (arts & crafts, story telling, fungal foray (looking at woodland fungi with an expert), how the toadstool got its spots, mushroom growers, mushroom recipe tastings, beer tastings, fungi in medicine & disease, fungi used in food production (affecting taste, flavour & texture) and more...).Come along to JIC on Sunday 13th to have a Fun-gi day!
Thursday, 26 September 2013
ESERO-UK engaging Primary schools (age 9-11) about science using space theme
ESERO-UK primary school offer: Enrich the teaching and learning of science using space
21. 09. 13
During the academic year starting September 2013 the UK Space Education Office (ESERO-UK) will be working with pupils aged 9-11 in UK state funded primary schools in order to increase:
- enjoyment and engagement in science lessons and extra-curricular science activities
- confidence in learning science and working scientifically
- knowledge of career opportunities available to pupils who study STEM subjects.
- pupil attainment
- teacher confidence in teaching space topics
The ESERO team of space ambassadors will help schools take part in a range of space activities (see examples on the flyer) all designed to inspire pupils to engage with science. The project is free to schools but the school will be expected to take part in an evaluation study to measure the impact of the work.
How to apply:
Places are limited, to register your interest complete the form at:www.surveymonkey.com/s/ESEROprimary
Closing date for applications:
14 October 2013
Find out more information in the flyer below.
How to apply:
Places are limited, to register your interest complete the form at:www.surveymonkey.com/s/ESEROprimary
Closing date for applications:
14 October 2013
Find out more information in the flyer below.
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