1. OCTOBER 3, 2009 Missouri Science Day Curriculum and Assessment Information and Updates Shaun Bates Science Consultant Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education shaun.bates@dese.mo.gov 573.751.4445 shaun.bates@dese.mo.gov

2. Test Design: Science Grade-Level Assessment Grades 5 and 8 Number of Items SessionSRCRPE Timing Guidelines 1012-14060-70 24500 3006-1255-70 Blue Print for 2010 and 2011 MAP Assessments http://dese.mo.gov/divimprove/assess/map/

3. Data and Accountability Questions… Margie Vandeven, Director Accountability Data – Margie.Vandeven@dese.mo.gov – Janet Duncan, Assist. Director Accountability Data Janet.Duncan@dese.mo.gov 573-526-0651

4. Common Core State Standards Initiative http://www.corestandards.org/ Public comments will be accepted until Oct. 21.

5. Each year, since 1983, the President of the United States recognizes outstanding kindergarten–6th grade or 7th–12th-grade mathematics and science teachers by bestowing upon them the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST). The 2010 PAEMST program will honor kindergarten – 6 th grade science with a $10,000 award and recognition ceremonies in Washington, DC. To nominate yourself or someone else visit www.paemst.org by April 1, 2010www.paemst.org Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching Presidential awardees receive: a citation signed by the President of the United States a paid trip for two to Washington DC to attend a series of recognition events and professional development opportunities a $10,000 award from the National Science Foundation

6. Resources HippoCampus Teachers Domain Science Teachers of Missouri NSTA BAP Science Matters Mid-continent Research for Education and Learning Missouri Department of Conservation Earth Science Week October 11 -17 Department of Natural Resources Missouri Environmental Education Association

7. NanoTeach is recruiting teachers for a year-long, nationwide pilot program starting in the summer of 2010. Utilizing the Designing Effective Science Instruction (DESI) framework, teachers will learn to integrate nanoscience and technology content (NS&T) into their existing curricula. Through lessons and experiences that model the DESI instructional framework, participants will investigate dynamic NS&T content while delving into strategies that support effective science teaching. Opportunities 30 high school teachers who teach physical science concepts Energize your teaching with... effective instructional strategies to integrate cutting-edge nanoscience and technology now! real-world applications ● professional connections that foster meaningful and dynamic teaching and learning! ● a $3,000 stipend ● paid travel and lodging to Denver, Colorado Interested? Mark your calendar! Nov 17, 2009 5 p.m. EST NanoTeach Question-and-Answer Webinar ● Jan 8, 2010 Pilot Test Applications Due July 12–23, 2010 NanoTeach commences with two-weeks of professional development in Denver Learn more or apply… http://www.mcrel.org/NanoTeach/Recruiting

8. A TIME For Physics First 2010 Arbor Day Poster Contest National Youth Science Camp -------------- call for applications should be the middle January 2010 Arbor Day Poster Contest www.pbs.org/nova/secretlife Toyota TAPESTRY Grants Opportunities