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Educators Grades 3-8 take note: Shedd Aquarium is hosting an in-person workshop on Saturday, February 24, 2024 at 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

“Join us for an impelling educator workshop that explores the fascinating intersection of science and science fiction. From “20,000 Leagues Under the Sea” to “Waterworld,” modern science fiction has long captivated our imaginations and sparked curiosity. As a genre, it allows us to speculate about our future while holding a mirror to present challenges.

By bringing sci-fi into the classroom, we encourage our students to engage with science critically and creatively.”

Cost: $35.00 per educator

Clock Hours: 3 ISBE clock hours available

Shedd Aquarium Teacher Workshop

Brookfield Zoo is offering three fabulous virtual opportunities for educators to explore animal behaviors, adaptations and conservation through art. Educators will engage in one hour of free professional development. Upon completion, access to lesson materials, activities, and resources will be provided.

Brookfield Zoo Program Registration

Anderson’s Bookshop has announced an Educator Book Club!

Dearest Readers,

I am beyond thrilled to share that Anderson’s Bookshop has announced an Educator Book Club beginning in January 2024 with CPDUs available for all that participate!!!

Eeeek!

The first Educator Book Club title is Joanne Rossmassler Fritz’s Ruptured! Beginning in January 2024, the book club will meet in-person on the first Tuesday of every other month, and virtually via Zoom on the first Sunday of every other month.

Order and read more about the book, see book club meeting dates and locations, and RSVP by clicking the button!

See you on Zoom!

—Jenn

Click to RSVP

Climate of H.O.P.E. Conference

(How Our Planet is Evolving)

March 1, 2024 at 8:00 – 2:30 pm

The 2024 Climate of HOPE Conference is designed to bring a combination of cutting edge climate research and engaging classroom-ready activities to Middle School & High School Illinois Science Teachers and Administrators.

The conference will explore the confluence of inquiry, climate science, and evolution as they relate to our rapidly changing planet. Open to all science educators to discuss the latest research and how we can bring it into our classrooms.

Keynote Speakers:

Dr. Frank Niepold – Senior Climate Education Coordinator at NOAA’s Climate Program Office
Dr. Amanda L. Townley – Executive Director of the National Center for Science Education
Dr. Karen Alley – Assistant Professor at University of Manitoba
Dr. Richard Alley – Professor of Geosciences at Penn State
Congressman Sean Casten

Sponsors: National Science Foundation-funded US Ice Drilling Program (IDP), National Center for Science Education (NCSE), DuPage County Regional Office of Education (DROE), and the Illinois Science Teachers Association (ISTA)

5 Continuing Education hours are available through the DuPage ROE for attending this event.

Registration Fee: $30.00/Person

Location: Downers Grove North High School

Climate of H.O.P.E. Registration