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Scientist presents for K-12 students

Scientist in Every Florida School Offers Free Resources to K-12 teachers

Aug 20, 2020

Florida K-12 public school teachers: Add that ‘wow’ factor to your science lesson by requesting a virtual scientist visit.

Participants of the 2020 professional development workshop

Summer Professional Development Workshop Brings Together Teachers, Scientists

Jul 28, 2020

K-12 teachers and scientists developed lesson plans on the “nature of science” during the SEFS virtual professional development workshop.

scientist showing fossil skulls on screen to students

4th Graders Learn Observation and Inference using Fossil Mammals as an Example

Oct 15, 2019

Sean used anecdotes and specimens from his field work in Nebraska to discuss the differences between observation and inference.

luna moth

Biology Students Create Traps as Part of Community Science Project

Sep 27, 2019

As an added surprise while placing the traps around the campus, Hailey Dansby was able to share her find with the group: a praying mantis!

students viewing collection tray of ants

Students Learn About the Importance of Ants

Sep 24, 2019

On Tuesday, September 24th, Susan Shrum’s 6th grade class was visited by ant scientist, Jacob Hornfeldt.

presentation powerpoint screen of petri plates with bacterial growth

Scientist Interest Builds at the Whitney Lab Science by the Shore Event

Sep 23, 2019

Since the event, the SEFS scientist registration database has seen over 10 new scientists join the efforts to connect teachers and scientists. 

SEFS booth and staff

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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