Learn from our experience as a math and a science teacher collaborating together to give our students an interdisciplinary learning opportunity so that you can start your own plan. We will share the logistics from this authentic inquiry-based project and you’ll hear testimonials from our students.

TAKEAWAYS:
Attendees will be provided with one way to overcome logistical challenges inherent with interdisciplinary collaboration at the secondary level, including differing rosters and schedules. Furthermore, attendees will have the opportunity to start their own plan for their own interdisciplinary project.

SPEAKERS:
Joseph Schneiderwind (Daniel C Oakes high school: Castle Rock, CO), Nadene Klein (Daniel C. Oakes High School: Castle Rock, CO)

Let's face it, science often takes a backseat to math! Change the conversation with ideas to support integrating science curriculum and find funding for authentic learning experiences. Help get your topics more recognition and revitalize the most hated subject in school, math!

TAKEAWAYS:
Discuss successful steps taken to integrate curriculum, fund activities, and even co-teach ES, biology, chemistry, and STEM topics with math teammates. Walk away with lesson plans you can take to your math department to model the process.

SPEAKERS:
Scarlett Lyon (STEM Outreach Coordinator)

10 unique and unusual science-based examples of solar system modeling that use simple materials with all these interactive activities stress the use of decimals, fractions, and proportions in a scalable, adaptable, and fun exploration of the planets, including Pluto and the Asteroid Belt.

TAKEAWAYS:
Attendees will experience the solar system in new ways through activities addressing hands-on size comparisons, geologic age, light distance, object ratios, density, gravity, and travel time. Each model uses inexpensive and effective materials that are easily recreated and shared.

SPEAKERS:
Martin Horejsi (University of Montana: Missoula, MT)