Opportunities

The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) will their 2017 Teacher-Scientist Partnership Conference on February 15, 2017 in Boston, MA.

CONFERENCE DESCRIPTION

There are many ways that scientists can work with students and teachers in schools and in the community--from a presentation on Career Day to an event at a local library to a grant-funded effort that partners multiple scientists with schools and students. If you are engaged in similar activities or thinking about getting involved, AAAS invites you to attend our conference which will offer a full day of presentations and conversations to increase knowledge and develop connections. Activities include:

1.  Opening panel to provide examples of successful partnerships, differentiated by organizer/provider, e.g., university, school district, individual, non-profit, business
2.  5-10 minute presentations about different types of partnerships.
3.  Working lunch to gather/share information and network.
4.   Panel to provide examples of successful strategies related to elements that can make or break partnerships, e.g., recruiting scientists, schools, etc.; building and maintaining relationships with all participants; evaluating programs; training scientists to work with teachers and students
5.   5-10 minute presentations on successful strategies outlined above. 6. Closing Session

REGISTRATION

To register please visit the following link: https://www.cvent.com/events/teacher-scientist-partnership-conference/registration-d07517618f1f4b74aa140d234c39720c.aspx

Registration for the conference is $50.00. This covers lunch and coffee breaks. A limited number of scholarships are available. Please contact Betty Calinger for more information.

HOTELS

AAAS has reserved a block of rooms at these hotels: Marriott Copley Place, Hilton Boston Back Bay, and Sheraton Boston.

WANT TO ATTEND THE AAAS ANNUAL MEETING?

Please contact Betty Calinger, bcalinge@aaas.org or 202.326-6629 for information about special group rates and hotel.