college - school connections

This article provides information on how one pre-service teachers at a local college arranged a "science fair" day with a local elementary school. Enough information is provided for anyone w... See More

This article provides information on how one pre-service teachers at a local college arranged a "science fair" day with a local elementary school. Enough information is provided for anyone wanting to do something similar and suggestions for alternative partners other than colleges is provided. Helpful to anyone who is interested in setting up a science day/science fair as it has good suggestions on organization.

Something That Benefits All

Students in a local college who were engaged in preparing to teach were brought into a local elementary school to present science activities that wow the students in that school. This event... See More

Students in a local college who were engaged in preparing to teach were brought into a local elementary school to present science activities that wow the students in that school. This event benefited the current teachers, the preservice teachers and the students alike by creating a memorable event, challenging the preservice teachers to present something that was a fun learning activity for the students, and much more. This article can be used to inspire current educators to reproduce a similar event that will benefit their own schools science program.