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Trends Over Time-An Observational Analysis

Sep 16, 2019

“They are very curious and often ask questions that can bring a new viewpoint to your research,” states scientist Molly Selba.

Scientist shares fossils with student

Congress Middle School Students Interview Bat Biologist, Invertebrate Paleontologist

Sep 10, 2019

“I couldn’t believe how much they recounted and how engaged they were at the start of class. Thanks for organizing such an amazing experience for my students.  I really appreciate it and look forward to working with SEFS again in the future.”

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SEFS Team Gains Valuable Feedback from Participating Scientists

Sep 10, 2019

Director, Bruce MacFadden, felt that luncheon with scientists was so successful, that SEFS will likely hold a similar event in the spring.

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Alachua County’s Lincoln Middle School Explores the Ever-Changing Nature of Science

Sep 4, 2019

If students perceive science as always being right, then what incentive do they have to pursue it?

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Scientist in Every Florida School Coordinator Named State Finalist for Presidential Teaching Award

Sep 4, 2019

The award recognizes the outstanding contributions of math and science teachers across the nation.

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SEFS Team Takes Part in Escambia County In-Service Conference

Aug 19, 2019

Escambia County set for first scientist visit of the year after pre-service conference.

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Successful Turnout at Palm Beach County STEM Teacher Back to School Conference

Aug 9, 2019

Scientist in Every Florida School formally introduces the initiative to Palm Beach County School District science teachers.

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Human Evolution Summer Teacher Workshop Empowers Educators

Aug 2, 2019

K–12 educators collaborate with scientists to incorporate paleontology and paleoanthropology into their existing science curricula.

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TESI Welcomes Abramowitz, Killingsworth to Lead Scientist in Every Florida School Program

Jul 17, 2019

Two former K-12 educators have been named K-12 education and outreach coordinators for TESI’s Scientist in Every Florida School program.

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Summer Professional Development Workshop Emphasizes ​Florida’s Connection to the Biosphere

Jul 15, 2019

Together, the teacher and scientist teams spent the week working in the respective labs and collaborating on how teachers could best connect the research experience to the Florida standards they teach in the classroom.

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